In the study of Faqimen the method of “Shifting Stars and Changing Constellations” (Yi Xing Huan Dou) is a prime example of its practical application. It leverages Faqimen to adjust one’s environment, establishing a new, harmonious relationship between a person and nature, thereby helping them achieve their goals.
In Qi Men Dun Jia, symbols represent cosmic energy. When we shift or change their positions, their energy also shifts, which in turn influences people. When a person’s divination palace (the sector representing them) is out of sync with the palace representing their desired outcome, we can adjust their environment using techniques like “Palace Transfer,” “Removal and Filling,” and “Adding.” This is the essence of Qi Men Feng Shui, also known as Shifting Stars and Changing Constellations.
Three Core Methods of Shifting Stars and Changing Constellations
1. Palace Transfer (Zhuān Gōng): This method uses the symbolic representations of the four layers in a Qi Men chart—Heaven, Earth, Human, and Divine—to arrange Feng Shui objects in specific sectors. This changes the original energy of a palace. By shifting the position of the person seeking the change, their fortune can be altered. For example, you might move objects representing the symbols of the Kan Palace (such as the Fu, Ying, Kai, Wu, and Ji symbols) to the Zhen Palace, which corresponds to the eastern part of the person’s living space.
2. Removal and Filling (Chāi Tián): Based on the person’s desired outcome, this method involves removing certain items (getting rid of clutter) and adding appropriate Feng Shui objects within the same palace to reduce or eliminate negative influences.
3. Adding (Tiān Jiā): This method involves adding symbolic Feng Shui objects (like a Wenchang Pagoda, which promotes academic success) to a palace without changing its position. This boosts the energy level to achieve a more favorable outcome.
Important Considerations for Using This Method
A High-Level Practice: Shifting Stars and Changing Constellations is an advanced discipline. Historically, Taoists have passed down the core principles orally, emphasizing the importance of a sincere mind.
A Double-Edged Sword: This practice can both help and harm. For this reason, masters have traditionally refused to teach it to those with malicious intent.
Not for the Inexperienced: It should not be used by those with only a superficial understanding or a lack of mastery. Mishandling it can lead to minor setbacks or, in serious cases, cause harm to both oneself and others.
This is a higher secret method using Faqimen which are only taught to indoor disciples. It involved star stepping, mudras, mantras and talismans.
Feng Shui Adjustments with the Shifting Stars Method
The goal of Shifting Stars is to reposition the most favorable palace to the location of the main door. This isn’t always the Day Stem palace; it depends on what you want to achieve. For wealth, for example, you’d focus on the Sheng Men (Life Door).
For remote consultations: Use the Zhi Shi Men (Leader Door) as the client’s main door and describe the surrounding environment.
For on-site consultations: Cast a new chart, with the Kai Men (Open Door) representing the main door. Adjustments are made based on the client’s needs by focusing on the corresponding door. You either keep and amplify beneficial elements or remove unfavorable ones.
This method can be used in modern urban settings like apartments. You don’t need to bury objects; you can place or hang them instead. The method is also applicable to stores with concrete floors.
Small adjustments: The method focuses on moving small objects within the home. For example, if you have a Geng (metal) symbol, which represents a large road, you can’t move the road itself, but you can move small metallic objects. If there are no metal objects in the area, you can work in a metal-related industry or spend more time on the road. Avoid working against the natural order.
Dealing with negative symbols: If you see a Gui (water) symbol representing dirty water, try to remove it. If you can’t, it may indicate a mole or growth on a corresponding body part, which you can have removed.
Holistic approach: When making Feng Shui adjustments, a balanced and targeted approach is best. Adjusting more than three areas at once is often ineffective.
Stability is key: Any objects you place for an adjustment should remain untouched.
The above techniques are taught in Spiritual Faqimen.
Dr Wilson Yong Copyright 2025.
