The five elements, or, in other words, elements, form the basis of the Chinese teachings of Feng Shui, Qi energy exists in various forms that correspond to these elements. They are determined by the interaction of Yin and Yang. These elements are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.
Each element has its own characteristics and accordingly endows a person with certain qualities. Today we will talk about how to find out which element your date of birth belongs to, and how this element affects you.
Date value
The Chinese horoscope is somewhat different from the standard one.
It includes ten character types, which are represented by a certain element with the corresponding energy. In Feng Shui, there has always been an opinion that man is in a very close connection with nature. It is she who shapes his character and leads to certain life events. Knowing that you belong to a certain element allows you to develop certain character traits or try to extinguish the most undesirable ones. The interpretation of the Chinese horoscope helps you find harmony within yourself.
Color by date
According to the basics of Feng Shui, every person has a color - a patron, which, under the influence of a number of circumstances, can have a positive impact on a person’s life.
In order to find out your lucky color, you need to determine your individual number. The last digit of the year of birth is taken as the basis. If it is 1992, then the patronizing number will be two. If this is 1887, then seven should be taken as a basis.
But it is very important to consider the month of birth, since there should be a coincidence with the Chinese horoscope. By determining your personal number, you can find out your lucky color.
Determine the element
Using the Chinese horoscope, you can determine which natural element a person belongs to.
As a result of forecasting, it is possible to recognize certain traits of your character. This helps a lot in establishing relationships with loved ones or achieving inner harmony. Each person can look inside themselves, which helps to gain peace of mind. There are ten types of elements in total, these include the following:
People of this type of element have a straightforward character. Sometimes they are too demanding of themselves and others. In certain situations, such people can act cruelly. In friendship, they give themselves completely, ready to stand up for their friends, even if they are wrong. Such people love to travel and learn something new.
Representatives of this element are overly selfish. They have a logical mind. They love comfort and order. They are quite generous towards close people. This group of people loves to be in the center of everyone's attention. They are not afraid of competition and defend their opinions to the end.
People of the water element are changeable in their decisions. They change it depending on their psychological state today. Such people love life. In addition, they are quite ambitious. Constancy scares them, so they strive for constant change.
Representatives of this type of element are the calmest in life. They are not capable of betrayal. In disputes, they do not like to defend their opinions; they prefer to avoid conflicts. Such people know how to appreciate what they have. They do not strive for perfection; they live for today.
How to find out your element using tarot cards?
To find out your element using tarot cards, you need to select court cards from the deck. The court cards are kings, queens, knights and pages. Boys and young boys should determine their element with the help of four knights, girls with the help of four pages, mature men with the help of four kings, and married and mature women with the help of four queens.
Look carefully at the cards, and then arrange them in a row depending on your like or dislike for the characters depicted on the cards. Intuitively, you will associate yourself with the personality archetype that best matches your element. The same personality archetype that completely does not correspond to your element, you will intuitively deny and push away, so it will end up last in the row.
| Tarot suit | Element | Alchemical state | Elemental Spirit / Animal nature | Astrological analogies | Key characteristics of the element |
| Wands | Fire | Heat | Salamander/Lion | Aries, Leo, Sagittarius | Will, aspiration, passion, career, goals, desire, projects, optimism, charm, energy, warmth |
| Bowls (Cups) | Water | Cold | Ondine / Snake or Eagle | Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces | Relationships, emotions, creativity, family, friends, imagination, caring, tact, touchiness |
| Swords | Air | Humidity | Sylph/Angel | Gemini, Libra, Aquarius | Intelligence, thoughts, communication, truth, problems and their solutions, logic, accuracy, wit, intelligence, education, observation, detachment, coldness |
| Pentacles | Earth | Dryness | Dwarf/Bull | Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn | Money, resources, material world, health, physical body, work, material values, practicality, home comfort, superficiality, pettiness, stagnation |
The elements in the tarot are the material expression of the meaning of the suit. By drawing an analogy between suits and elements, you can not only learn a lot of new things, but also learn to understand the energy that each suit carries.
Fire symbolizes activity and passion. Water is associated with creativity, the soul and the inner world of a person. Air represents the truth, which tears away all the webs of illusion. The earth, being fertile and quite dense, is a symbol of money, prosperity and the material world.
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Combination of elements
To achieve harmony in any union, one should take into account the positive and negative character traits of both partners.
Representatives of the water and earth elements get along very well with each other. Fire and wood very often conflict with each other, since people under the influence of the fire element are extremely hot-tempered, which can belittle the dignity of wood representatives.
Fire and metal can make an excellent combination. However, in any case, it should be taken into account that in addition to the elements, other factors, such as upbringing or social life, also influence a person.
The ancient eastern practice of Taoist sages allowed humanity to learn a lot of new things about itself, develop and improve.
Feng Shui horoscope by date of birth is a simple technique through which you can learn many hidden facts about yourself and learn the true meaning in this world. It is divided into nine separate answer sectors, symbolizing all earthly elements, and gives each of them its own interpretation.
How to find out your element by your zodiac sign or horoscope?
Do you want to know your element by your zodiac sign (horoscope)? Our detailed table makes this very easy!
| Zodiac sign | Date of Birth | Planet/Color | Element | Key characteristics of the representative of the elements |
| Aries | March 21 – April 20 | Mars/Red | Fire | Impulsive, active, self-centered, proud, independent, self-reliant. |
| Taurus | April 21 – May 20 | Venus / Pink | Earth | Gentle, artistic, consistent, charming, self-satisfied, creative. |
| Twins | May 21 – June 21 | Mercury/Green | Air | Movable, light, energetic, optimistic, creative, charming. |
| Cancer | June 22 – July 22 | Moon / Silver | Water | Sociable, sensitive, graceful, witty, talkative, fickle. |
| a lion | July 23 – August 23 | Sun/Golden | Fire | Cheerful, brave, self-sufficient, passionate, quick-tempered, impulsive. |
| Virgo | August 24 – September 22 | Mercury/Dark Blue | Earth | Reliable, conservative, thoughtful, caring, patient, responsible. |
| Scales | September 23 – October 23 | Venus/Blue | Air | Joyful, impulsive, grateful, energetic, sociable, friendly. |
| Scorpion | October 24 – November 22 | Pluto / Dark Red | Water | Pliable, agile, sensual, plastic, impressionable, vengeful. |
| Sagittarius | November 23 – December 21 | Jupiter / Dark purple | Fire | Tireless, passionate, demanding, unceremonious, headstrong, hot-tempered. |
| Capricorn | December 22 – January 20 | Saturn/Brown | Earth | Holistic, stable, uncompromising, serene, pragmatic, materialist. |
| Aquarius | January 21 – February 19 | Uranium / Turquoise | Air | Sociable, idealistic, friendly, philanthropist, balanced, eccentric. |
| Fish | February 20 – March 20 | Neptune / Light blue | Water | Changeable, charming, intuitive, sensitive, gullible, charming. |
Important features of the Feng Shui horoscope
Depending on the energy that controls your element, you can draw conclusions about what exactly your temperament lacks. Thus, often with the predominance of female Yin, people are distinguished by excessive softness and passivity, and are not inclined to make responsible decisions.
While the element under the sign of Yang is often too tough and unbending people who are unable to compromise. Mental harmony is possible only in one case - when the balance of two energies is maintained in one person, when Yin and Yang complement each other and circulate correctly, without competing or displacing each other.
Who are you: metal, water, wood, fire or earth?
Based on these considerations, it is necessary to correctly determine in what year (according to the Chinese calendar) a person was born. Then take the last number and compare it with the list of elements that form the basis of the fan horoscope. I will not dwell on the characteristics in detail, I will only outline the main distinguishing features of the different elements.
- 0, Yang Metal
: fair, decisive, stubborn character; painful straightforwardness; demanding of colleagues and subordinates. He loves to travel, amaze others with his intelligence, and will never let a friend offend him. - 1, Yin Metal
: proud, aristocratic, intellectual disposition. Extreme cleanliness, generosity, high degree of excitement. Feels like a fish in water in the world of fashion, bohemia and art. Requires universal admiration and recognition. - 2, Yang Water
: impulsive, versatile, impetuous. A pathological optimist who does not believe in the existence of barriers to achieving what he wants. Speed has been his true passion since birth. - 3, Yin Water
: noble, modest, simple-minded. Able to limit himself to small things, keeps secrets well, and does not accept violence. He often gets depressed, but at the same time tries to avoid conflicts. - 4, Yang Tree
: principled, stubborn, honest. Curiosity, organization, self-discipline. He has excellent leadership skills, but is not ready to compromise. - 5, Yin Wood
: flexible, tolerant, stress-resistant. Excellent taste, sociability, unobtrusiveness. Devotes himself to creativity; interested in literature, music, art; easily gains confidence. - 6, Yang Fire
: energetic, hot-tempered, generous. Frankness, categorical rejection of lies, desire to help. Capable of political activity, they devote themselves to their activities with all their hearts. - 7, Yin Fire
: cautious, changeable, vulnerable. Ready to support loved ones in any situation, selfless to the point of sacrifice. May neglect personal interests for the sake of another person's happiness. - 8, Yang Earth
: conservative, inflexible, rude. Slowness in reasoning and action. A certain angularity can be seen even in the appearance. Such a person practically does not know how to relax, but at the same time he will be faithful to the grave. - 9, Yin Earth
: soft, flexible character. Great dedication; caring for others and high parenting qualities. They prefer to live away from the bustle of big cities; love to greet guests; They easily succumb to the influence of others, and because of this they often get into trouble.
Feng Shui horoscope: meaning and interpretation
In the Feng Shui horoscope, everything is quite simple and logical: look at the opposite element, which is governed by a different energy. This will be the answer to what you are missing, in what direction it would be worth working.
For example, if you were born in a year whose number ends in 2, then you are the element of Water under the auspices of Yang energy. Water in Yin energy is those qualities that you lack: nobility, modesty, peacefulness in response to your inflexibility and impulsiveness.
A Feng Shui horoscope by date of birth is a great opportunity to get to know yourself, correct your shortcomings and disadvantages in order to find peace of mind and a balance of two elements within your own mind.
How to find out your element by time of birth?
You can determine the element not only by year, but also by time of birth. Find out your birth time and then look at the table.
| Fire Clock | from 23:00 to 1:00, from 7:00 to 9:00, from 15:00 to 17:00. |
| Earth clock | from 1:00 to 3:00, from 9:00 to 11:00, from 17:00 to 19:00. |
| Air Clock | from 3:00 to 5:00, from 11:00 to 13:00, from 19:00 to 21:00. |
| Water Clock | from 5:00 to 7:00, from 13:00 to 15:00, from 21:00 to 23:00. |
People born in Fire hours find it easiest to interact with people born in Earth hours and Water hours. Difficulties may arise when interacting with people born in the hours of Fire and Air.
People born during the hours of Water find it easiest to interact with representatives of the hours of Fire and Air. Difficulties may arise in the process of communicating with people who were born in the hours of Water and Earth.
It is easiest for representatives of the Earth hours to find a common language with people born in the hours of Wind and Fire. Communication problems may arise when interacting with representatives of Earth and Water.
It is easiest for people born during the Air hours to communicate with representatives of the Earth and Water hours. Difficulties may arise during interaction with people who were born in the hours of Fire and Air.
Method for calculating Gua number
For many centuries, Feng Shui has been helping people fill their homes with harmony and find inner balance. By transforming the surrounding space, followers of the teaching improve various areas of their lives, learn about their inner world and the laws of the Universe. One of the main elements of the Feng Shui system is the individually calculated Gua number. Having received this fateful figure, you can find out the most favorable directions of the world for development and self-improvement. Correct calculation and its application allow you to improve absolutely any area of life, improve health, gain financial stability, peace and tranquility in the family. You need to get your personal number according to the following scheme:
After all the calculations, you should carefully study your individually calculated number. The numbers 1, 3, 4, 9 form the east group. The south and east will bring prosperity and good luck to people from this group, the north will give stability, and the southeast will bring prosperity. The numbers 2, 6, 7, 8 make up the west group. The western and northeastern directions will be fateful for this category of numbers, the northwestern side of the world will fill life with harmony, and the southwestern side will help make your cherished dreams come true.
According to the laws of Feng Shui, east and west are in opposition, and areas that are favorable for one group will be extremely unfavorable for the other.
