The Crabby Nook General Feng Shui tips

GENERAL FENG SHUI TIPS FOR EVERYONE

TEMPLE LIONS / FOO DOGS

Temple Lion statues appeared in China with the coming of Buddhism. They symbolize defense and protection and are often seen guarding entrances and gateways to buildings. The Lion is the symbol of majestic strength, great courage and strength of character.

When a Temple Lion is seen playing with a ball, it is to signify the moon pearl which symbolizes blessings and protection against evil, and the ball also represents the sun, which is Yang. These are the same thing with two different names. Always have a pair. One is bad luck. Place them just inside the front door with their backs to the door or if you get stone ones for outside place them at the door, again with their backs to the door.

LOTUS

One of the most potent enhancers of good fortune and when appropriately activated, it becomes an even more powerful attractor of business and prosperity luck. Display a crystal lotus in the center of your store or in the heart of your home and you will find your wealth increasing through extra income, i.e. pay raise, bigger deals, more customers, etc. Place it in your office in the same manner and you will find yourself closing more deals as it can help you to clear obstacles so that you get the upper hand in business negotiations.

Place your crystal lotus near a window that receives sunshine so that your room will be filled with cascades of rainbows that will bring positive energies and a feeling of tranquility to your home.

If you are seeking a perfect partner, place a Lotus in your romance area to symbolize a perfect union.

QUAN YIN / KWAN YIN

Goddess of Mercy [Kwam Yin] - Quan Yin (Lady Buddha) Quan Yin is believed to help with healing. When placed within a room she is said to cleanse the environment of negative influences (such as disruptive issues, illness and arguments). Quan yin is the eternal protector of all woman and children.

She also represents universal compassion and love she and is said to enhance fertility. A small pendant can be worn that wishes the owner patience and courage.

Quan Yin is the Female Buddha who blesses all. She is the Goddess of Compassion, Mercy and Healing, Symbolizing a calming and clearing quality. Quan Yin is the energy of Yin (from Yin and Yang).

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ANIMALS

HORSES: Invitation of fame and recognition into life.

FU DOGS / TEMPLE LIONS / FOO DOGS: To protect homes and family from evil influence. The lion was introduced into China by Buddhism. There were no lions in China. It is a symbol of law and order and protector of sacred buildings like temples and clan buildings.

Elephants: Symbol of wisdom and strength. Used for strengthening career.

Dragons: Symbols of great success and prosperity.

Turtles/Tortoise: Symbols of long life, endurance and success in business.

3-Legged Frog/Toad: Bring good luck and wealth.

Pigs/Boar: Symbols of fertility, i.e. to have children, also bring luxury and financial security to children and mother.

Deer: This animal represents immortality and is often carved with the fungus of Immortality LingZhi in its mouth.

Bat: This is a symbol of luck or blessing by virtue of its name. It is called "FU" which had the same sound as the Chinese word meaning blessing.

Fish: This is sometimes represented singly or in pairs when it is intended to be one of the Eight Buddhist Emblems of Happy Augury. The fish is often the carp, a sacred fish, which could come to listen to the preaching of Buddhist scriptures.

Zodiac Animals: that correlate to your year of birth will give a stronger sense of self and more power; to put the zodiac animals of yours and your lover's will improve relationship.

Statues

1. Buddha: Lead to atmosphere of serenity and happy contentment.

2. Laughing Buddha: Bring joy and luck into homes.

3. Kuan Yin: The Goddess of Mercy, regarded as the protector of children and women.

4. Fok, Luk , Shou (3 wise men):They symbolize happiness, wealth and longevity, and to double the luck.

5. Shou Xing (long life buddha, big head buddha):Symbol of long life; bring long, happy and peaceful life.

Symbols

1. Coins: Symbols of prosperity.

2. Money swords: To gather wealth; also use as protector from evil intruders.

3. Boat / Ship: Boat in full sails symbolize a happy and fascinating journey through life.

4. Ting (big cooper bowls):For balancing energy.

5. Jade: Has protective qualities; used for longevity and for protection away from home.

6. Globe of 100 children: Symbolize fertility; also strengthen children's intuition.

Fruits, Like insects, fruits are chosen for their shapes and meaning

1. Peach: The peach is a symbol of longevity.

2. Citron: The citron fruit of Buddha's Hand, symbolizes Buddhism because the fruit resembles Buddha's hand with the index and little finger pointing upwards.

3. Gourd: Besides its artistic shape, it is a representative symbol of one of the Eight Immortals, Li Tie Guai.

4. Pomegranate: This is a symbol of abundance because of its numerous seeds. Here again the colors of jade make it suitable, especially if the outer layer is greenish-yellow and the inside is pink or red.

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