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Art of Feng Shui
Manila Standard Today,
Tuesday 14th January 2006
By Rowell B. Capuz
More and more people are getting into the feng shui
craze. And why not? The promise of luck—in health, career, money,
and love—is just too good to pass up. But feng shui is more
than that, according to Lillian Too, probably the most celebrated
feng shui expert the world over. She has authored more than
80 books on the subject, including Fortune and Feng Shui 2006—a
complete guide to the Year of the Fire Dog.
What is feng shui?
Feng shui is the ancient Chinese art—which has been practiced
in China since the Tang Dynasty—of manipulating and arranging
your surroundings to attract positive life energy, or chi, so
that it flows smoothly, unblocking any obstructions in your
body and environment. Feng shui evolved from the theory that
people are affected for better or worse by their surroundings.
It can also be activated to improve wealth, children’s luck,
acquisition of knowledge (for examinations), recognition (elevations
in rank and promotions), and fame.
Yang Yun Sang, the most ancient master in this art, is universally
acknowledged as the Founder of feng shui. Master Yang left a
legacy of classic that have been preserved and continuously
studied to this day. He was the principal advisor of the court
of the Emperor Hi Tsang (A.D. 888), and his books on feng shui
made up the major texts on which succeeding generations of practitioners
based their art.
“Feng shui always improves your living and work condition. But
it is not a magic cure-all for your problems. Remember that
feng shui represents only one third of the trinity of luck.
If you are not fated to become a big tycoon, feng shui may make
you rich, but not seriously wealthy,” Too explains. “That depends
on your heaven luck. And if your home enjoys good feng shui,
you will find yourself becoming more busy. You will be presented
with opportunities to enhance your life or improve your income.
You must create your own mankind luck by seizing these opportunities
and accepting your good fortune.”
The feng shui expert
Too is one of the world’s leading exponents of feng shui. But
who would have thought that with her in-depth knowledge on this
ancient Chinese art, Too started her career in the corporate
world?
Having an MBA from the Harvard Business School in the US, she
climbed the corporate ladder to become the first woman in Malaysia
to head a public listed company. In 1982, she became the first
woman in Asia to be appointed CEO of a bank. From then on, Too
worked with top honchos like Dickson Poon and led his group
of companies as executive deputy chairman.
While her achievements in the competitive commercial world of
Hong Kong and Malaysia have been much applauded, she says that
her incredible luck in career and business activities came from
her in-depth knowledge of feng shui, which she has been applying
to every aspect of her life. Her books on the subject are bestsellers
all over the world and has been translated to over 30 languages.
Retired from a lucrative career in the banking and corporate
world, Too is a living proof that feng shui really works. Now,
she is the chairman of WOFS.com, a feng shui merchandising and
franchise company, and the Lillian Too Certified Consultants
Institute, which runs correspondence courses and certification
programs in feng shui. ”
You can have good feng shui even if you only practice the (form
school) basics. You will also be able to avoid being hit by
bad feng shui,” she explains. “I always advise my friends to
take things one step at a time. Go slowly because it is better
to get the basics correct first before trying to apply everything
all at once. Besides it is never possible to get feng shui 100
percent right!”
Feng shui extravaganza
For the first time, Too, who counts among her friends local
tycoons Nedy Tantoco, John Gokongwei, and Henry Sy, will be
bringing her expertise to the Philippines as she holds the annual
Feng Shui Extravaganza at the Westin Philippines Plaza, Harbor
Garden Tent, CCP Complex tomorrow, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and
from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the second level of the Podium in Ortigas
Center.
The World Of Feng Shui (Phils.) recently held a press conference
on the announcing the arrival of Too. Marites Allen, president
and CEO of the WOFS Philippine franchise, was on hand to give
media a small teaser of what the event will feature. Allen gave
general information on what to expect when the feng shui expert
reveals her forecasts for the Year of the Fire Dog. She also
discussed the basics of feng shui practice as well as the lucky
elements and directions for specific industries.
“The year 2006 brings new opportunities for some, but misfortune
for others. Depending on your astrological sign and your personal
Paht Chee chart, the coming year can bring wealth, fortune,
and good luck or obstacles, difficulties, and problems. But
knowing what lies ahead of you gives you the advantage of foresight,”
says Too.
For inquiries on Lillian Too’s Feng Shui Extravaganza, call
910-6000, 911-5555 (Ticketnet), or 891-9999 (Ticketworld). You
may also register at www.wofs.com.
For more information log on to www.lillian-too.com.
Lillian's
Extravaganza road show will also be reprised at the Los Angeles
Airport Hilton on 5th & 6th March. |
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