Source: Joey Yap Private Limited.
Infographic on the impact of directions in 2018.
Dato’ Joey Yap, a prominent speaker, author, and Chief Consultant at Joey Yap Private Limited, a consultancy specializing in fengshui and Chinese astrology, has put together a list of 2018 fengshui direction predictions for a prosperous year of the earth dog.
In fengshui, different directions are believed to influence different aspects of a person’s life, and these influences shift each lunar year. Factors like the placement of your front door (as per the floor plan, not necessarily the most used entrance) and desk position at work are thought to affect your well-being, career trajectory, and relationships. While some of these ideas might seem like common sense, others are more mystical in nature.
There are considered to be both “favorable” and “unfavorable” directions, and methods to enhance the positive and mitigate the negative ones. Your birth date and year are also believed to play a role in the outcomes.
The table below, as outlined by Dato’ Yap, highlights how different directions within your workspace or home can impact aspects of your life such as wealth (southeast), career (southwest), and health (west).
For personalized guidance on activation and mitigation strategies, it’s recommended to consult with a fengshui expert. Keep in mind that different practitioners might interpret the same situation differently, so it’s wise to consider their track record when making your choice.
Direction/location
Forecast for 2018
Southeast
Activating this area as your primary wealth sector for the year can bring prosperity. Activation usually involves strategically placing objects representing certain elements or colors within the sector.
Maximizing this sector’s potential can enhance wealth accumulation.
Professional endeavors undertaken in this area are likely to thrive.
It lays a strong groundwork for future promotions in your career.
South
This direction encourages academic and intellectual pursuits.
Efforts in the humanities, literature, and the arts will receive a boost.
Having your main door in this direction can lead to fulfilling long-distance travels.
It fosters meaningful and satisfying romantic relationships.
Southwest
Expect promising career opportunities throughout the year.
Your work initiatives will gain recognition from superiors.
Using this sector for your office’s main entrance can boost your social influence.
It minimizes potential disruptions or upheavals at work.
West
The turbulent energies here might lead to significant health challenges.
Existing medical conditions could worsen.
Expectant mothers may experience pregnancy difficulties, and babies born under this influence might have health issues.
Placing heavy metal objects in this sector can help suppress negative energy.
Northwest
Anticipate positive outcomes in career progression.
Opportunities for travel and wealth accumulation are likely.
Expect improvements in academic endeavors.
Relationships and social skills will see positive growth.
North
This direction carries the most unfavorable energy of the year.
It’s best to avoid starting new ventures in this sector.
Refrain from renovations or groundbreaking activities in this area.
Heavy metal objects can help subdue the negative energies present.
Northeast
This direction can lead to conflicts, arguments, and heated disagreements.
There’s a possibility of legal entanglements, causing stress and impacting health.
Placing oil lamps in this sector can help mitigate the negative energies.
East
This direction can negatively impact both emotional and physical well-being.
It might bring about a variety of illnesses.
Expect persistent arguments that can disrupt your life.
Having the main door in this direction might make the occupants more susceptible to theft and burglary.
Source: Joey Yap Private Limited.
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