The bagua map

The bagua map is an essential tool in the practice of feng shui, a Chinese philosophical system that aims to harmonize individuals with their environment. The bagua is an energy map that provides a systematic way of assessing the energy field of a particular space. It is an octagonal or square grid with eight sections surrounding a center, and each section is associated with a specific aspect of life, such as wealth, health, relationships, and career. The bagua is a powerful tool in feng shui, as it helps individuals identify the areas of their environment that require attention, and provides practical solutions for improving the energy flow in those areas.

The bagua map has its roots in ancient Chinese philosophies such as yin and yang, the I-Ching, and the five elements. These ideologies are inspired by nature and aim to help individuals live in harmony with the natural world. The bagua map, therefore, is a reflection of the interconnectivity between human beings and their environment.

When applying the bagua map to a space, the first step is to use an accurately scaled floor plan of the home or room. Different feng shui schools use the same bagua, but overlay it differently. It is essential to rotate the plan so that the wall with the front door is at the bottom, and overlay a three-by-three grid, with the bottom of the grid aligned with the wall with the front door. The grid should be equally spaced, and all the areas should match up with the bagua.

So as a rule to properly apply the bagua to a floor plan, you need to follow these steps:

Rotate the floor plan so that the wall with the front door is at the bottom. This means that the front door wall will be aligned with the bottom of the page or screen.

Overlay a three-by-three grid on top of the floor plan. This grid should be equally spaced and should cover the entire floor plan.

Align the bottom of the grid with the wall that has the front door. This means that the bottom row of the grid will be aligned with the front door wall.

Make sure that each area of the floor plan matches up with the corresponding area in the bagua. The bagua is a Feng Shui energy map that is used to analyze different areas of a home or building. By aligning the grid with the bagua, you can determine which areas of the floor plan correspond to different aspects of life, such as wealth, health, and relationships.

It is worth noting that if you have a complex floor plan, you can apply the bagua just to your bedroom, as this is typically a regular shape that makes it easier to apply. The most effective place to work on feng shui is the bedroom since it is the space that is closest to you. Even if you apply the bagua to your entire home, it is advisable to try it out in your bedroom as well.

It is common to find that a home may not fit well into the bagua grid. In such cases, missing areas or extensions may be identified. Missing areas may indicate that the area needs extra attention in your life, while extensions usually indicate that there is more energy in that bagua area. A feng shui consultant can help determine the missing or extended bagua areas and advise on the best remediation measures.

After laying the bagua, you can activate the energy in your home by selecting one, two, or three bagua areas you want to activate. Activating a gua can be as simple as adding a living green plant, adding the color(s) related to the area, or adding an object related to the element related to the area. Spending a lot of time in the area or rearranging furniture in that area can also activate the area.

In conclusion, the bagua map is an essential tool in feng shui practice that provides a systematic way of evaluating the energy field of your environment. By laying the bagua over your floor plan, you can identify areas that require attention and activate the energy flow in those areas. A feng shui consultant can also help you determine missing or extended bagua areas and advise on remediation measures.