**Li Chun**, the first of the 24
solar terms in the Chinese calendar, marks the beginning of spring. As the
starting point for the year’s fortune, the arrival of Li Chun symbolizes the
earth coming back to life and the rejuvenation of all things. It is a time when
the yang energy begins to rise and the yin energy gradually recedes, signaling
not just the change of seasons, but also the shift in one’s luck and fortune.
In ancient China, Li Chun was associated with "San Yang Kai Tai,"
meaning the opening of good fortune and auspiciousness.
In the **I Ching**, Li Chun
corresponds to the **Di Tian Tai Hexagram**, representing harmony and balance
between heaven and earth. The three yang lines are positioned below, while the
three yin lines are above, symbolizing the balance of air currents: cold air
sinks and warm air rises, creating a harmonious interaction. This balance of
energy is also reflected in the layout of the **Jiaotai Hall** in Beijing’s
Forbidden City, where the arrangement of dragon and phoenix motifs illustrates
the flow and balance of heavenly and earthly energies.
**The Significance and Symbolism of
Li Chun:**
1. **Timing and Zodiac Changes**: Li
Chun marks the true beginning of the new year. Even though the Lunar New Year
may have already passed, the change in zodiac signs is based on Li Chun. For
example, only after 10:10 PM on February 3, 2025, will the year of the Snake
officially begin. At this point, the fortunes of the year shift, and both good
and bad omens begin to take effect.
2. **The End of Hardship, the Arrival
of Good Fortune**: Li Chun symbolizes the arrival of good luck. In the **I
Ching**, the **Pi Hexagram** (which signifies difficulty) is followed by the
**Tai Hexagram** (which signifies prosperity), illustrating the cycle of
hardship giving way to fortune. Pi Hexagram represents a lack of harmony with
heaven above and earth below, while Tai Hexagram represents heaven and earth in
balance, indicating smooth and prosperous times ahead.
**Customs and Suggestions for Li Chun
Day**:
1. **Maintain a Joyful Mood**: Your
appearance and mood on Li Chun Day can influence your fortune for the entire
year. Therefore, avoid quarrels or anger, and spend the day with harmony and
happiness to ensure a smooth and prosperous year.
2. **Rise Early and Connect with
Nature**: It is recommended to avoid sleeping in. Instead, wake up early, go
outside, and walk barefoot on the grass to absorb the vitality of spring. You
can stand in the sunlight for two minutes, facing the sun, to absorb the yang
energy, symbolizing the welcoming of good fortune for the new year.
3. **Wear New Clothes for a Fresh
Start**: Since Li Chun represents a new beginning, wearing festive new clothes
can enhance your personal energy and welcome luck for the year.
4. **Manage Your Finances**:
Financial matters are particularly significant on Li Chun Day. It is advised to
go to the bank and deposit money to symbolize incoming wealth. At the same
time, avoid writing checks or paying bills to reduce outgoing expenses. Charity
and good deeds are also encouraged, as the concept of “give and take” means
giving will lead to gaining.
5. **Set Up Wealth Positions and Feng
Shui**: On Li Chun, adjust your home’s Feng Shui according to the annual flying
star arrangement. For instance, in 2025, place a wealth box in the east of your
home and put a red envelope with 168 yuan inside to attract wealth and
prosperity.
6. **Turn on Lights and Ventilate
Your Home, Pray for a Good Year**: On Li Chun Day, turn on the lights and fans
in your house to activate the flow of energy, symbolizing the renewal of
vitality. Pray to the heavens for a year of safety and good fortune.
Additionally, you can fill a container with rice, symbolizing abundance and
nourishment throughout the year.
**Important Reminder**: On Li Chun
Day, avoid cutting your hair, getting angry, or using harsh words. Maintaining
a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere will not only set a good tone for the year
but also bring good fortune and peace to you and your family.
In conclusion, Li Chun is not only a
seasonal transition but also a turning point for energy and fortune. By
adjusting your mindset, managing your finances, and optimizing your Feng Shui,
you can lay the foundation for a prosperous and harmonious year ahead, wishing
for smoothness and success in everything.
**How to Optimize Your Feng Shui in
2025 for Home, Office, or Shop**
As we enter the Year of the **Yin
Wood Snake (乙巳年)** in 2025, the energies shift
based on the annual **Flying Star Chart (流年飞星图)**.
Aligning the elements of your space with these stars can improve your wealth,
relationships, health, and career prospects. Below is a comprehensive guide to
optimizing the Feng Shui of your home, office, or shop for 2025.
arranging your space in line with
the energies of the Year of the Snake can enhance prosperity, love, and health.
These recommendations are based on the Flying Stars of 2025 but should be
further customized based on the specific orientation and structure of your
building, your personal BaZi chart, and the construction date of your property.
### **Annual Flying Star Chart 2025:
When the Year of the Snake Begins**
The **Year of the Snake** officially
starts on **February 3, 2025, at 22:10**, marking **Li Chun (立春)**,
the start of spring. This is also known as **"San Yang Kai Tai" (三阳开泰)**, symbolizing an auspicious time for new beginnings.
To activate the Feng Shui energy
(Qi) in your space, make sure everything is clean and clutter-free before Li
Chun. Turn on all the lights and fans to stimulate the flow of Qi, and offer
prayers to Heaven before placing any Feng Shui cures.
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### **1. South East: Flying Star 1
(White) – Wealth, Love, Career**
**Enhancements:**
- **Element:** Water
- **Placement:** Water feature, such
as a fountain or flowing water
The **South East** sector is
particularly favorable in 2025 for enhancing wealth, love, and career
prospects. If your BaZi chart indicates a need for the Water element, placing a
**water feature** here can be especially beneficial. Flying Star 1 can also
boost sales, attract new partners, and improve personal relationships,
particularly if you wish to enhance your romance luck.
However, the South East is also the
**Tai Sui (Grand Duke 太岁)** location for the year, making it
a highly sensitive area. Avoid any renovations or major disturbances to this
sector, as it could invite misfortune.
### **2. Centre: Flying Star 2
(Black) – Illness, Loss of Wealth, Negative Energy**
**Remedies:**
- **Element:** Gold
- **Placement:** 'Fortune Water' (安忍水), five old Chinese coins, or a bronze tortoise
The **Centre** of the house in 2025
is linked to illness and financial loss due to the influence of Flying Star 2
(Black). To counteract these negative effects, place **Fortune Water (安忍水)** or **five Emperor coins** or a bronze tortoisein this sector. These items can help neutralize
harmful energy and protect against sickness and financial difficulties.
Remember to keep the **Fortune
Water** clean by regularly changing the water and adding rough salt. This is
especially important during periods of bad luck, illness, or financial stress.
### **3. North West: Flying Star 3
(Jade) – Arguments, Legal Problems**
**Remedies:**
- **Element:** Fire
- **Placement:** Red carpet, red
light, or red decorative items
The **North West** sector is
governed by Flying Star 3 (Jade), which can cause disputes, arguments, and
legal problems. To neutralize these negative energies, place **red items** like
a carpet, light, or sofa in this area. The **Fire element**, represented by the
color red, can help suppress the argumentative energy of this star.
Additionally, a **Sunrise picture** can symbolize positivity and fresh starts.
Be mindful that the **North West**
is also the location of **Chong Tai Sui (Clash Grand Duke 冲太岁位)**, so avoid major renovations or disturbances in this
sector.
- **Placement:** Ancient Chinese
study tools (文房四宝), Wen Chang Pagoda (文昌塔)
In 2025, the **West** is an
auspicious sector for academic success, creativity, and romance. Flying Star 4
encourages intellectual growth and creative breakthroughs. Students can improve
focus and academic performance by placing **Four Treasures of Study (文房四宝)** or a **Wen Chang Pagoda (文昌塔)** in this
area. It is also very important for those who work, have to come out with
brilliant and creative ideas. Thus, all have to activate the qi at this place.
Go to the West of your house if you need
to make an important decision.
### **5. North East: Flying Star 5
(Yellow) – Misfortune, Obstacles, Accidents**
**Remedies:**
- **Element:** Metal
- **Placement:** 'Fortune Water' (安忍水), but no moving water
The **North East** is the most
dangerous sector in 2025 due to Flying Star 5 (Yellow), which brings
misfortune, obstacles, and accidents. Avoid any major renovations or
disturbances in this sector. To minimize the negative effects, place **Fortune
Water** in this area, but do **NOT** use moving water, as it can activate
harmful energy.
The **South** sector is governed by
Flying Star 6 (White), which brings opportunities for **indirect wealth**, such
as investment gains or lottery wins. To activate this energy, place a **crystal
ball** or **Six Emperor coins** in the South sector. Spending more time here
can attract unexpected financial opportunities.
### **7. North: Flying Star 7 (Red)
– Arguments, Robbery, Health Issues**
**Remedies:**
- **Element:** Water
- **Placement:** Glass of water with
rough salt
The **North** sector is unstable in
2025, influenced by Flying Star 7 , which can lead to arguments, robbery, and
health problems. Placing a **glass of water with rough salt** in this sector
can help neutralize these negative effects and prevent conflicts or theft.
### **8. North East: Flying Star 8
(White) – Wealth and Prosperity**
**Enhancements:**
- **Element:** Earth
- **Placement:** Brown-colored
crystal
The **North East** is a major sector
for wealth in 2025, governed by Flying Star 8 (White). Placing a
**brown-colored crystal** in this area will enhance prosperity and financial
stability.
### **9. East: Flying Star 9
(Purple) – Wealth, Happiness, New Beginnings**
**Enhancements:**
- **Element:** Fireand plant
- **Placement:** 9 potted plants or
bamboo, red string, purple crystal
The **East** sector is one of the
most powerful areas in 2025 as we transition into **Period 9**, and Flying Star
9 (Purple) rules this sector. It is highly auspicious for wealth, happiness,
and fresh starts. Enhance this area with **9 potted plants or bamboo** tied
with a red string, and place a **purple crystal** to activate positive Qi.
Additionally, placing a **fan or clock** can help circulate the Qi. .The ruling 9-star will appear in the East
in 2025 as it is period 9, hence the star 9 is the most powerful star of all.
The East is considered the best, most powerful place for people and wealth.
The East sector also contains the
**Three Killings (三煞)** in 2025, so adding **three Qi
Lin** (麒麟) statues can mitigate its negative
effects.
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### **How to Determine the
Directions in Your Space**
To find the sectors in your home or
office, start by drawing two intersecting lines from the corners of your space
to identify the center. Then, use a **digital compass** (available on most
smartphones) to determine the cardinal directions. Once the sectors are
identified, place the recommended Feng Shui cures in each area.
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### **Cleaning Feng Shui
Items**
To maintain the effectiveness of
your Feng Shui cures, regularly clean them by wiping with a cloth soaked in
water mixed with **rough salt**. This is especially important during times of
bad luck or illness. You should also clean them when you have very important to
do on certain days such as attending an interview, an examination, a
presentation or to meet a very important client to close a very important deal.
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### **Conclusion**
By following these Feng Shui
principles in 2025, you can enhance the positive energy (Qi) in your home, office,
or shop, improving your wealth, health, and happiness. Ensure that you align
the five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal, and water—appropriately in each
sector to maximize the benefits and mitigate negative energies.
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