The Formula for Quantifying Destiny
Heavenly Destiny: 60% consists of:
- Birth Destiny (Zi Wei, Four Pillars) – 18%
- Major Periodic Influences – 30%
- Annual Influences – 12%
Human Destiny – Earthly Destiny: 40% consists of:
- Feng Shui and Geography – 10%
- Personal Willpower – 10%
- Accumulating Virtue and Doing Good Deeds – 8%
- Social Environment and Living Conditions – 4%
- Education and Skill Level – 4%
- Influence of Name – 4%
Feng Shui is a comprehensive science that integrates empirical and theoretical disciplines such as geophysics, hydrology, crystallography, meteorology, environmental science, and architecture.
Practitioners must have a broad knowledge base, be able to assess the natural environment, and transform it into an optimal living space for human development. The ultimate goal of Feng Shui is the integration of Heaven, Humanity, and Earth, where people understand the laws of nature and live harmoniously with them. Throughout history, natural laws and cosmic principles have existed impartially. Only those with strong willpower might mistakenly believe they can live independently of these laws, inadvertently bringing misfortune upon themselves.
In addition, other methods for altering destiny include:
- Doing Good Deeds: There is a saying, “One good deed can counter a hundred wrongs.” According to Buddhist beliefs, accumulating virtue and performing good deeds can change negative karma from past lives, creating positive karma. If done extensively, it can even yield immediate rewards and help improve one’s destiny. Good deeds include helping those in need, curing illnesses, building infrastructure, supporting disaster relief, and donating blood. True happiness is achieved when it is shared with others in the community.
- Changing One’s Name: A name plays a crucial role as it constantly influences one’s destiny. A name affects the process of improving one’s destiny significantly. Therefore, the study of names has developed, using the principles of Yin-Yang and Five Elements to support destiny. To determine which element is lacking in one’s destiny, the Ba Zi (Eight Characters) method can be used, and a new name can be chosen to remedy this deficiency.
- Clothing and Accessories: Based on the assessment of which Five Elements are lacking in one’s destiny, appropriate colors and types of clothing, accessories, and vehicles can be used to complement the missing elements. For example, if Fire is lacking in one’s destiny, wearing more pink or red clothing and using a red vehicle can help remedy the deficiency. Similarly, accessories like jewelry made of metal or gold, or gemstones and jade, can be beneficial depending on the elemental needs.
- Appropriate Directions: According to the Five Elements of one’s destiny, living and working in directions that align with one’s elemental needs is more favorable. For instance, if Fire is needed, living in the South, having a home or office facing South is recommended. For Metal, living in the West and having spaces oriented towards the West is beneficial.
- Using Suitable Numbers: The Five Elements of one’s destiny can be supported by choosing appropriate numbers for addresses, phone numbers, license plates, etc. The representative elements for numbers are: 1, 2 for Wood; 3, 4 for Fire; 5, 6 for Earth; 7, 8 for Metal; and 9, 0 for Water.
- Choosing a Suitable Career: Based on the essential Five Elements for one’s destiny, select a career that aligns with these needs. For example, if Earth is needed, pursuing professions related to Earth, such as agriculture, architecture, construction, and real estate, is beneficial.
- Choosing Compatible Partners and Friends: It is important to choose people whose Five Elements complement and support your own. This is especially crucial for lifelong partners, as they play a significant role in your life. Therefore, careful consideration is necessary before entering into marriage.