Cecil Lee

Dear Reyla, 1. How long have you been staying in this house? 2. Are you facing financial distress? 3. Overall, there are two major Shapes and Forms `handicap' for this home: 3.1 Please refer to marking `A'. ================================ In addition to the toilet at the centrepoint of the home; another further problem is that the centrepoint or the centre-of-gravity for this home does not have clear space. Here, qi from all areas of the home cannot congregate or meander at this centrepoint or `flux'. Often, if one stays in such a home for more than 2 or 3 years, one can feel the impact of financial problems. Since qi cannot effectively flow `about' in all directions. 3.2 Please refer to marking `B' =============================== It would be disadvantages for the back of the house to have a toilet at the middle of the back of the house. In my opinion, this house has poor qi (chi) flow and not favourable. Honestly, I have to say that it is difficult to give advise on how to fix it. Any advise is like giving a `sugar-coated' pill. Locally, this type of house cannot pass any test in my country. And, such homes are very , very rare in my country. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Stanley, If Feng Shui is considered; often, a Flying Star Feng Shui practitioner will recommend the following:- 1. Under Flying Star numerology: #7 represents weak metal or simply metal element #6 represents strong metal element and #1 represents water element 2. Often, as mentioned if Flying Star FS is used, a practitioner may recommend:- #7 gold fishes (orange gold fishes) with an additional #1 black gold fish. Here black represents water element. Under the productive sequence Metal supports Water which is said to be an auspicious combination. Another reason for #7 orange fish is that in all probability; there is a higher chance that 1 out of 7 may die; if this is the case; even if one of them dies; the number #6 is also auspicious with #1 black fish. Please do a SEARCH for old forum messages, where i had listed several other concepts or from my Applied Feng Shui book. Erh... if 8 fishes is too much for you... then pretend that you had never read this mail:) Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear All, Further to what I had mentioned, personally, I have not used this product. I have being using two or more Honeywell's HEPA clean air devices and also Amcor (with negative ion) HEPA cleaners for the last 3 years running 24 hours (instead) to clean the surrounding air. I strongly believe that such HEPA cleaners does help to `circulate' qi within enclosed aircon environment. For those who frequently fall sick or family members frequently fall sick; I strongly believe that these devices; have a higher success rate than say buying a hulu (bottle gourd) or some other physical `Feng Shui' cures. Nowadays, the Japanese brands have come up with better systems - but however, these costs even more! Cheers! Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear All, This article is an affirmation of what I had mentioned previously in many of the forum messages on the beneifits of large fountains. Do a SEARCH for words like " friction " or " water friction with air " to understand concepts like: Is a large fountain beneificial? Does a home fountain give similar effects? Do read up my past article on " Rivervale crest " condominium on what is " stagnant water ". The essence of this article is ..... please read on.... Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wasis, Picture of Capital Towers building, Singapore:- http://www.skyscrapers.com/re/en/wm/bu/106364/ Picture of UOB Tower 1 http://www.skyscrapers.com/re/en/wm/bu/106470/ Picture of OCBC Building http://www.skyscrapers.com/re/en/wm/bu/106520/ (The DBS Tower 1 and Tower 2 are rectangular in shape and thus earth element shape. This site has a description of DBS Tower 1 but no picture of it) Furama Hotel in Singapore has roof shaped in the profile of fingers of a hand http://www.skyscrapers.com/re/en/wm/bu/106517/ (In the past, I had taken a picture and uploaded to the conference Photos with interest (with pictures) The Petronas Tower Tower 1:- http://www.skyscrapers.com/re/en/wm/bu/106014/ Tower 2:- http://www.skyscrapers.com/re/en/wm/bu/105766/ The shape of the twin towers of Petronas Tower can be considered as belonging to a combination of: Wood - Fire elements. This is a harmonious combination since wood fuels fire element. In addition, such a structure is favourable in a landscape predominantly where there are surrounding building of the earth structure. Here, this Wood - Fire element building because of: 1. Wood - it is tall and twin (both towers) 2. Fire - Pointed at the top Here, this twin building is said to bring prosperity to the environment as most of the surroundings are earth shaped thus under the productive sequence: Wood supports Fire and Fire supports Earth. From another perspective; This wood building (tall and thin) is like a tree with its roots crushing into `earth' thus creating wealth (under the destructive cycle of five elements). Overall, this twin towers brings to the capital city of Malaysia, prosperity since it helps to draw in the `crowds'. This is thus a win-win situation for Kuala Lumpur (the capital city) of Malaysia. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Kenny, Wow, you have give so many cases. I would have to reply in sections when I have the time. Under Shapes and Forms, please take note that there is another major consideration: the environment vis-a-vis the Five Elements Concept. This second dimension has to do with what type of element our surrounding of the site has. For example: Case 1: Post Office Savings Bank (POSBank) vs Development Bank of Singapore (DBS Bank) In terms of Feng Shui, the `demise' of POSBank was spelt out when their new headquarters at Robinson Road was near completion. Please refer to the attached map: Site map: http://www.streetdirectory.com:8080/map.jsp?x=29681.47&y=28912.85&level=7&star=1&xyfile=&heading=77+ROBINSON+ROAD%2C+SIA+BLDG+%28068896%29 If one looks carefully, the new POSBank Head Office was suppose to be the Capital Tower. When the Capital Tower was nearing completion and when POSBank was planning to move over; DBS Bank took over POSBank. In Feng Shui, this was because of the concept: Fire fuels Earth. If one takes a close look - Capital Tower is in a rocket shape and more of a Fire element. The two DBS bank buildings are of the earth shape. DBS Shenton Way Tower 1 and DBS Shenton Way Tower 2 are rectangular and of the Earth element. Here, Fire, helps fuel earth and make earth stronger. Case 2: United Overseas Bank (UOB) vs DBS Bank Site map: http://www.streetdirectory.com:8080/map.jsp?x=29985.67&y=29747.27&level=7&star=1&xyfile=&heading=80+RAFFLES+PLACE%2C+UOB+BUILDING+%28048624%29 United Overseas Bank has a Wood element shape i.e. tall and thin. Under the Five elements concept: Wood destroys Earth Since UOB HQ was a wood element, it crushes Earth (DBS Bank) and at the last minute gain ownership of Overseas Union Bank. What we learn here is that there is another dimension in Feng Shui. New development can take the cue of the environment and build new buildings that can `suck' or get wealth from it's environment. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Peck Wun, 1. I hope you can understand that there are alreay available resources on this. Plus, there are lots of examples and even actual cases of how centrepoint was derived in attachments by uses. 2. For a lay person who wants to understand better, then go to this resource: http://www.geomancy.net/fs/house1.htm Look at the example of how, one can copy the layout; glue it on a cardboard, cut-it out and try to balance it on a pin. The centrepoint is all about: the centre of graivty. This is particularly possible if the house has lots of indents. But if the house is `L' shaped, then divide the home into two or more rectangles. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Jen, I do agree totally with Kam. Please do a SEARCH in this forum for `time-zone' considerations. Robert and myself had posted several reasons why it should not be changed. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wasis, Yes, try to fix all sectors. In particular, this year, North should be looked at. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wasis, Hope it does not get worse. If it does, try to use a more reliable indicator i.e. Flying Star Feng Shui and check for clues of #2 or #5 at the sector. If you can do so, try to check the month Flying Star chart or even day. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Danni, Is there a cure for sick houses? 1. It depends on how much renovation has been done. 2. Since I don’t have a full picture of the changes compared to the original layout, it’s hard to say if there’s a cure. 3. In my grandpa’s case, the only solution was to tear the house down and rebuild it. 4. From your description of major work at ground level, it may be similar—especially if the “head” or top part of the house was altered, made too heavy, or disturbed. 5. My grandpa’s case clearly shows that “Flying Star” or “Compass School” Feng Shui would not work here. 6. A warning to those who rely only on Compass School Feng Shui: this is a clear example where Shapes and Forms Feng Shui is more effective than other methods. 7. Using Flying Star or Compass School Feng Shui alone is like taking a sugar-coated pill. 8. As I’ve said before, Shapes and Forms Feng Shui carries the most weight in Feng Shui. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Danni, Often, I found out that if the house is yours it's yours. If it is not yours (and perhaps as what you had mentioned) fate; it is good news to hear that the present owner rejected your husband's offer. Yesterday, I was afraid to mention more of my grand pa's home. He was the first owner, and did not get to see the house being completed. If one looks carefully at the last few pictures, his funeral procession was shadowed by the uncompleted roof of the new home. A few years later, our business at Change Alley - the second floor - caught fire. Fortunately, the ground floor was ok. Later, a rich millionare's mistress bought my grand father's home. Guess what, by coincidence, her boyfriend and herself did badly in business. Subsequently, both my grandpa and my neighbour's home which did extensive renovations to the frontage -- had to be sold. Here, the owner and subsequent owner -- has to sell it away! And today, in it's place; stands several developments. In fact, I was quite sad recently, as I had to go close to this place, as a new client had purchased a bungalow; close to my grandpa's home. It brought me sad memories -- of the place where I used to be born and lived for most of my youth. Going forward, since there is no completed purchase, I appeal you to ask your husband not to pursue with the purchase. (Perhaps, it is a blessing in disguise!) Are there not any other homes -- worth better consideration... It is still not too late! See if you can truly convince your hubby to look elsewhere! Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear All, In the early 1980's, when I did my reservist training; during defence exercise at Sembawang/Yishun; some of the troops doing defence work; while digging defensive trench, found a wood coffin. This area is closer to Sembawang Park/upper Yishun or Yishun North area. There is really no issue with this. Often, it is best that proper rites were performed and locations should be cleansed of all burial sites. This is more important for the first few years prior to the built up of flats in Yishun. Today, or by now, all yin qi should have been cleansed since Yishun now is a hive of human activity; vehicular movement and much yang activity. In fact, many parts of Singapore; where former burial sites were; have been invaded by human (yang energy). And most of the dead, had a neutral cleansing e.g. cremated. So no issue with it. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Stan, 1. In general, it is an acceptable block (although) it may seem that Blk 759 is entrapped. But on second look, it still has air pockets that channel in between blk 755 and blk 760. Still OK here. 2. In general, again, the block is rectangular in shape and is a `safe' design as many of the units are therefore; rectangular in shape. 3. I believe, the `over-pricing' is due to it's "choice" location; as it is close to the Yishun MRT, North Point Shopping centre hub and the bus terminus and many other HDB shops within this location inclusive of major supermarkets like NTUC Fairprice (at the MRT station), Cold storage, food outlets and coffee shop. 4. Frankly, other than the MRT (noise) which is bearable given the distance of the unit to the MRT; it should be relatively, noise free. 5. This round, I tend to agree with your dad's choice. Although, the view from both the living area/bedrooms and on both sides are not great, nevertheless, I personally feel that it is an acceptable site. 6. Yishun was one of the choice sites chosen by Teochew Feng Shui practitioners as a burial site because of it's good Feng Shui - for the dead in the past. With the successful exhumination done, many years ago; Yishun, started off around the 1980's - where it was not so popular at that time. In the past, when I drove past it, it was still highly under developed. 7. The only complaint about it is if one drives:( There is often a bottle-neck at Lentor avenue in the morning and evening traffic jam. Otherwise, it is still acceptable: if one takes MRT transport. Warmest Regards, Cecil

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Dear Georgia, Given that this is such a small place, if possible, go more for Gua (Kua). Shapes and Forms is equally as important. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Francesca, 1. Sorry for the delay. 2. Yes, even if your renovation is about to be completed soon or even completed; one can still truly beneifit from a full audit. 3. For those who are in the same shoes as you; I will tailor the audit with more inclination towards looking more into your Heaven Luck (Pillars of Destiny) with reference to each family member's Ba Zi traits, luck pillars and also into palmistry. 4. In fact, just last Sunday morning, I spent close to 3 hours just with the two couples. For weekends, or a full audit session, my timing is often two sessions: Morning Session: either 8.30am or 9.00am Afternoon Session: either 1.30pm or 2.00pm (depending on the distance between the morning or afternoon session). 5. This is where, I give full timing to each session with sufficent allowance for additional questions - to the satisfaction of both clients. 6. All my latest audits comes with layout plans that I had worked on with proposed layout of beds, tables etc... And also the best or favourable elements / unfavourable elements clearly indicated. 7. I strongly believe, that you can fully benefit from this session, also. Feel free to call me at my 24 hours hot-line: local direct dial : 6100-9600. This example will detail my 16 worry-free step in a full audit:- http://www.geomancy.net/consultation/consult-resources/home-onsite-full.htm Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Danni, Do you have a layout plan of the past and present renovations done to the home for me to take a closer assessment - of how much extent the new renovation can affect you. Or simply a picture of the present and if possible any old picture of the past. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Danni, Truly sorry for the delay in reply, as I had just ran across your posting. Kinda of very busy for the last few weeks. Usually, if too much alternation especially extending the ground floor, this will often spell calamity or death for the first owner (breadwinner). This was how, my grandfather came into this same situation:- http://www.geomancy.net/resources/art/art-grandpa1.htm A similar neighbour, who also extended the ground floor also came to the same fate:( The 'good news' is that death often does not occur to the next owner. But however, the next owner often will not be able to `keep' the home due mostly to financial distress. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Jumin, 1. Please refer to the destructive cycle chart under the Five elements concept: http://www.geomancy.net/resources/theories/fs-5element.htm 2. Let's take a simple example:- 2.1 Case 1 : A Strong Metal person ================================== If one looks at the chart carefully; Metal destroys Wood. Here, imagine that one has a strong metal implement and a block of wood. In the hands of a scupture; this block of wood that costs a few dollars can be transformed into an object of art. Here, this piece of wood is worth much more. For example, cheap labour in China can convert this simple block of wood into a three-legged toad figurine. Where the block of wood costs $4; after it has being worked on can be sold for more than US$200 or more! Here, this is called actual visible `wealth' creation. 2. A weak Metal person ====================== A weak metal person's wealth element is still wood element. But however, the person cannot immediately gain from his / her wealth element as this can bring difficulties to this weak metal person. Therefore, if we look at the destructive cycle, this cycle can also be known as one's wealth cycle. 3. A Strong Water Person ======================== On the same note; and if one looks at the destructive cycle (wealth cycle); Water destroys Fire to create wealth. Hope you can try to use the above Para 1 and 2 analogy and look at the Strong Water person / weak water person's chart. Warmest Regards, Cecil Best

Dear All, This is a typical charm used often by some Chinese above their main door. The picture shows a 2 room government Housing Development Board flat with a yellow charm. It is also interesting that few if every paint their grille gate yellow. Looks like this is a toaist or buddhist family - with high inclinations to their religion. Typically, this type of family are those that has their mother tongue in Mandarin and has altar in their home. Normally, family members would burn incense daily, also. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wilson, Thank you for bringing up a very interesting question. 1. It is often highly mistaken by many in the west to associate the Chinese system of divinity, four pillars and Feng Shui with ACTUAL seasons. (When I mention the Chinese system - it should encompass those mentioned under Para 1) 2. For example, 6 years ago, some Feng Shui practitioners in Australia wanted to bring in a new brand of Feng Shui. For example, reversing the Ba Gua system etc... 3. But all these can easily be refuted as the Chinese system can withstand all these criticisms or new fad ideas. 4. Many of the Chinese system are: 4.1. highly symbolic 4.2. the lowest common denominator is the Five elements concept and Yin and Yang principles 4.3 the lunar calenar system 5. These three areas are sufficient to bring a solid base or foundation for it to be applied anywhere else on earth i.e. be it -- down under in Australia or Argentina, the North (which is actually where China stood) and even at the equator. 6. Going forward, another critical element is the lunar calendar system : for our date of birth, luck periods etc... 7. The Hsia or Seasonal calendar or Xia Li calendar 7.1 Please do a SEARCH for the HSIA or Xia Li in this forum. 7.2 This calendar is used in the past for planting, harvesting of crops. 7.3 In Pillars of Destiny, it is used as a cross reference to the seasons or the Hsia calendar system. 7.4 In the past, I had posted the technical seasons for each of the four seasons based on this calendar system. 7.5 the most interesting thing that we can learn from the `four seasons' was mentioned in several of my past postings and in my applied feng shui book. 7.6 this is where: when one season waines, earth becomes strong during this intermittent period. 7.7 Do try to do more SEARCH for such information. I am here to provide a catalyst to learning:) Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wilson, Please below:- ?h When such a combination between different Heavenly Stem (Hour, Month, Year, Life or Conception) combines with the Heaven Stem (day), will depend on whether it is a Joint or a Full combination. A Full Combination will change the element of the stem for both pillars to the new element. While a Join will not affect any change of the element for both pillars. However, the change of element say the Day and Hour pillar change from Wood to Fire. Does not change the Birth element of a person. ie Weak Wood does not change to Weak Fire because of the combination. The combination will simply remove Wood from his chart making him weaker. ?h How For many of my antiques, I often once a year or two or more years interval: use a basin and wash them in it. However, for those who truly pray to figurines or had their eyes painted before, should not do it this way. I know, people will say that washing it is washing away wealth. But, look at it this way, many figurines that I have are more than 100 years old. And, touch wood, they are still as good as ever. I strongly believe, take any steps you feel appropriate in cleaning them. If your figurines are left in the open and if they are porcelain, the most effective is a washing once every x months or years. ?h In the house, "Wah" this type of Feng Shui also got? (Local slang) which says: What type of Feng Shui is this? *Joke* Often you can use a pictorial analysis of the 4 symbolic animals i.e. East or the left is often the Green dragon and the right or the West is the white tiger. Please note that even if you have such statues, make sure that they look friendly i.e. a plumb or majestic `smiling' dragon and a plumb or friendly tiger. Not a tiger that is eager to pounce! If you do keep too fierce - an animal, it is often not favourable as this is symboilic of having frequent quarrels. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, Please see below:- To clarify, I hope I get you correctly. Do you mean to say that there is a window at the 2nd storey landing? Often, this is acceptable (in terms of bringing in or filtering) in light into the area. Usually, if there is a window, often, up to waist height should be fixed / permanent and either a casement or swing up window is acceptable. If the window is not fixed below; it may be a safety issue for young children. Personally, I do not see this as an issue; if what you mentioned seems that way. If the mirror is quite a distance away; often this is not an issue. By any chance do you have pointed gate or any objects pointed towards the neighbours? Yes/No? Often, as mentioned above; if your gate is pointed or has a pointed arrow on it; and if your neighbour places a mirror to reflect this back to you home than - this is technically a Sha Qi or poison arrow -- aimed back towards your home. But if the mirror was/is innocently placed to reflect back e.g. a neutral image, then this is ok. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Reyla, Oh so sorry, what I meant was that the repainting should be done at one-go. This is symbolic of removing the roof of a home at one-go. Therefore, choose a date to start this process. For example, one can seek temporary shelter e.g. move-in with a relative or stay at a hotel for a few days or week; depending on the work required and contract with the painter; one need not worry how long it takes, here. Painting should take a reasonable time (more for your convenience). It does not mean here, that one must paint the ceiling a few times! But rather at one-go after 2004 lunar new year. Warmest Regards, Cecil