Chapter 98

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"This question is very sharp and also very good, it’s clear that this viewer has a deep understanding of Chinese culture!"

"Chinese Feng Shui involves the layout of buildings to harmonize with the natural environment, as Laozi’s *Tao Te Ching* states, 'Man follows the Earth, Earth follows Heaven, Heaven follows the Tao, and the Tao follows Nature.' In the pursuit of Chinese traditional culture, people strive to achieve the ultimate state of harmony between heaven and humanity. In Chinese Feng Shui, the basic principle of the Li Qi school is to use the patterns of the River Chart, the Luo Book, the Eight Trigrams, and the Five Elements to connect the sky (sun, moon, stars), the earth (mountains, rivers, spatial directions, houses, and human dwellings), and people (destiny, fortune, appearance) in a spatiotemporal structure, analyzing their interrelationships of mutual generation and mutual inhibition, and seeking and forming the internal and external order of the 'Three Talents of Heaven, Earth, and Humanity.' According to modern scientific views, this is about exploring the unity and harmony of the three spiral fields of heaven, earth, and humanity. Harmony brings good fortune, while disharmony brings misfortune. Chinese Feng Shui, within the framework of 'Yin-Yang and Five Elements Cosmic Qi Field Effect,' which is now called 'Cosmic Spiral Field Effect,' has constructed a systematic 'Heaven-Human Induction' ideology and a relatively complete Feng Shui layout system and operational guidance."

Wang Zhong answered with a smile.

"Great!"

Lara led the audience in a round of enthusiastic applause for Wang Zhong’s answer.

"A viewer watching on TV has called in, hoping that Mr. Wang can briefly explain various Feng Shui issues and their solutions!"

"Due to time constraints, I will give a brief explanation.

1. If the balcony directly faces the kitchen or the front door, it forms what is known as the 'Piercing Heart Sha,' which can lead to financial loss, unexpected disasters, and 'third parties.' This must be addressed.

Solution: Use curtains or bead curtains to block it, or set up balcony windows, or plant potted plants and climbing plants to obstruct it.

2. 'Ceiling Sha.' Sofas or beds should not be placed under beams. This is called 'Ceiling Sha.' Desks should also not be placed under beams, as it can lead to frequent illnesses and poor fortune.

Solution: Move the sofa, bed, or desk away from the beam, or use decoration techniques to cover the beam.

3. 'Direct Impact Sha.' Stoves should not face the back balcony door or the kitchen door, as this can harm the health of family members, known as 'Direct Impact Sha.'

Solution: Use curtains to block it.

4. 'Reflective Sha.' Do not place mirrors arbitrarily in the house, as mirrors can disrupt the indoor magnetic field, especially in bedrooms.

Solution: Use curtains to cover them!

5. 'Yin Wind Sha.' Avoid planting plants with long, thin leaves in the house, as they can attract gossip and continuous troubles, known as 'Yin Information.'

Solution: Remove them.

6. 'Pollution Sha.' Bathrooms should not be located in the center of the house, known as the 'Pollution Sha,' which can affect financial luck and family health, especially heart disease.

Solution: Change the location or keep the bathtub filled with water.

Wang Zhong then answered several more questions from the audience, and the interview program ended with Lara’s congratulations.

However, the influence of Feng Shui did not stop with the end of the program. More and more Australians learned about a Chinese academic field called 'Feng Shui!'

The common Feng Shui issues discussed by Wang Zhong were compiled and published by the TV station.

Many Australians discovered problems with their homes based on the information and made corrections accordingly.

"Mr. Wang, a viewer has called in with a question, stating that Chinese Feng Shui has a wide variety of sha, which are strange and varied. Even the same sha can have different interpretations from different schools. This phenomenon is really hard to believe!"

Lara glanced at Wang Zhong, thinking that this question was very sharp and hoping he could answer it satisfactorily. Not only the audience on the scene but also those outside were eagerly listening.

Wang Zhong did not immediately answer but thought for a moment.

Just as Lara thought Wang Zhong would not answer and wanted to skip this part, Wang Zhong picked up the microphone.

"This question is very sharp and to the point! To this day, many people still believe that Feng Shui is superstition, nonsense, and a trick!"

"Many strange looks have made many practitioners feel wronged, helpless, and even choose to give up! I have had such thoughts too! Many people say this is due to the lack of enlightenment, ignorance, and a poor environment!"

"But I don’t think so. The root cause of Feng Shui’s current state is the uneven quality of practitioners! According to incomplete statistics, in Hong Kong, mainland China, Taiwan, and even South Korea and Southeast Asia, there are over a hundred different schools of Feng Shui, each with its unique system, but there is only one truth!"

"This phenomenon leads to some schools making frequent mistakes, and they can only survive by using tricks!"

"It’s not the public’s fault for not trusting us; it’s our fault for not doing enough!"

Wang Zhong said seriously, looking into the camera.

"What is the essence of Feng Shui? To put it simply, it’s about 'hiding wind and gathering qi!'"

"Dragon, site, sand, water, direction—everything revolves around these four words. Without qi, even the best form is just a facade!"

"And what is sha? I believe that anything that obstructs the gathering of wind and qi is sha!"

"As for the names, you don’t need to be too concerned. Many Feng Shui masters deliberately exaggerate the power of sha!"

"Why?"

Lara asked curiously.

"Why exaggerate the power of sha?"

"If it’s not made to sound serious, how can the client be willing to pay?"

Wang Zhong said with a hint of helplessness.

"The uneven quality of practitioners is the biggest problem in the Feng Shui industry!"

"Let me give a simple example: 'Heavenly Slash Sha.'"

"Many Feng Shui enthusiasts have heard of this term!"

"Heavenly Slash Sha is a term in Han Chinese Feng Shui. It refers to two tall buildings standing very close to each other, creating a narrow gap between them. From a distance, it looks as if the buildings have been split in two by a falling axe, hence the name 'Heavenly Slash Sha.'"

Wang Zhong explained the term clearly for everyone.

"The characteristics of Heavenly Slash Sha are rapid wind speed and strong air currents. This has a significant impact on people living or doing business nearby, mainly affecting their financial luck and health. People affected by Heavenly Slash Sha may suffer unexpected disasters and financial loss. They often fall ill, have poor sleep quality, red tongue coating or tooth marks on the sides of the tongue, swollen and painful lymph nodes, large blood spots or rashes on the skin, muscle twitching, joint pain, unusual crawling sensations and soreness in the muscles, bloating and diarrhea, throat inflammation, back pain, night sweats, general weakness, numbness in the hands and feet, gum inflammation, mouth ulcers, loss of appetite, bloating, rapid weight loss, irregular heartbeat, and sleep spasms. If left unchecked, it can lead to high blood pressure, diabetes, and cancer."

"Wow, that’s so serious!"

Lara’s mouth opened wide in disbelief.

The audience on the scene was also in an uproar!

"Is there any theoretical basis for this?"

Lara asked, puzzled.

"Of course, there is a term called 'Venturi Effect.' This phenomenon can scientifically explain 'Heavenly Slash Sha.' Due to the narrow gap between two tall buildings, a wind of level 3 can be amplified to level 8. In Manhattan, New York, a real incident occurred where a woman was injured by the wind while passing through an area with Heavenly Slash Sha, and the architect had to pay a large compensation."

Wang Zhong said confidently.

"Mr. Wang, before the program, I had a brief understanding of Chinese Feng Shui. Heavenly Slash Sha is very common in Australia, especially with the increasing population and higher building density. How can it be resolved?"

Lara asked on behalf of the viewers at home.

"You can place a pair of Guanyin Linggan Jade. Guanyin Linggan Jade, combined with Kaiyuan coins and inscribed with mantras, can enhance the power of the coins and also absorb sha qi. Kaiyuan coins are made of metal, and jade is made of earth. Earth generates metal, making the Kaiyuan coins continuously effective. The coins must be consecrated with cinnabar to be effective; otherwise, they have no effect!"

Wang Zhong said with a smile.

"Can a Bagua mirror and plants be used?"

Lara followed up.

"Of course! If it’s inconvenient, you can also use reflective glass paper!"

Wang Zhong answered without hesitation.

"Mr. Wang, please continue!"

Lara, satisfied with the answer, said with a smile.

"The term 'Heavenly Slash Sha' originated in Taiwan. A famous Feng Shui master encountered this sha. Since there were no skyscrapers in ancient times, there were no corresponding records in ancient books. He consulted another master, who told him that this sha is called 'Heavenly Chasm Sha.'"

"According to the dictionary, 'heavenly chasm' refers to a naturally formed deep trench that can block transportation. Imagine the gap between two buildings; doesn’t it look like a natural trench?"

"Indeed!"

Lara nodded in agreement.

"But why do people now habitually call it 'Heavenly Slash Sha'?"

Lara asked, puzzled.

"The master he consulted had a low level of education and did not recognize the character 'chasm,' pronouncing it as 'slash.' Because this master was well-known and had many followers, and often gave public lectures, over time, 'Heavenly Slash Sha' became deeply ingrained in people’s minds, while 'Heavenly Chasm Sha' faded from view!"

Wang Zhong said seriously, recounting a piece of trivia.

"The purpose of telling this story is to tell everyone not to worry about the so-called sha. You need to understand the essence of Feng Shui. Once you grasp the essence, Feng Shui is actually very simple!"

"Those things are just minor details!"

Wang Zhong said earnestly.

Wang Zhong then answered a few more questions from the audience and ended the interview amidst enthusiastic applause.

Wang Zhong’s interview was successful. He presented a different view of Feng Shui to the Australians with scientific arguments and solid evidence.

Feng Shui is not superstition!

Feng Shui is also a science!

Although Feng Shui still has many shortcomings and flaws, it is undeniable that the idea of harmony between nature and humanity will be the mainstream of future architecture!

Harmony between humans and the environment!

This is a topic that humans will always need to pay attention to!

Because there is only one Earth!

With human development, the harmony between humans and the environment is becoming more urgent!

Many people say we are protecting the environment and saving the Earth!

Wang Zhong does not agree with this view. The Earth does not need to be saved by humans; humans can only save themselves!

The Earth has been hit by meteorites, experienced volcanic eruptions, and ice ages with no life. No matter how harsh the conditions, even if all life is extinct, the Earth will still be the Earth.

Billions of years later, the Earth will give birth to new life!

Just like the extinction of the dinosaurs!

Without dinosaurs, there are humans!

Without humans, there will naturally be other life forms!

The Earth does not need to be saved by humans!

Promoting harmony between heaven and humanity and coexistence with nature is a way for humans to save themselves!

It is also the only way out for humans!

Chinese Feng Shui is a model of harmony between humans and the environment. The rise of Feng Shui, both domestically and internationally, is an inevitable trend!

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