Harmonising Energies: Navigating the Year of the Dragon through Feng Shui's Five Elements

Feb 11, 2024 | CMC Invest

Rooted in Chinese philosophy, Feng Shui emphasises the importance of balance and harmony between the five elemental forces — Earth, Fire, Wood, Metal, and Water. These elements, with their unique characteristics and interactions, play a pivotal role in shaping the energies of a space and influencing the course of events.

 

In the tapestry of Feng Shui, each year carries a distinctive energy signature, influenced by the Chinese zodiac animal ruling that particular cycle. The Dragon, with its majestic and powerful presence, signifies a year of transformation, dynamism, and opportunity. Understanding the interplay between the elemental forces and the Year of the Dragon is paramount for those seeking to align their environments with cosmic energies. 

Once balance is cultivated, it is believed one can then ride the dragon's currents towards prosperity, growth, and fulfilment in the year ahead. 

Below is an overview of the year with regard to specific economies and industries; always remember that an individual’s personal destiny takes precedence over these external/yearly influences.

Earth Element

Element

Performance

Economies/Industries in 2024

EARTH

Active but volatile

Industries that deal with

  • Land, housing, properties, high rise buildings

  • Geology, sand, stones, building contractor

  • Healthcare, nutritionist

  • Manpower supplier

  • Relationships (eg. sales, business development)

 

Above are ‘Active’ meaning there can be a lot of activities eg. requirement/changes involved, hence an opportunity to make money from it. But it is also ‘Volatile’, meaning the ups and downs of the requirement/changes. Generally, they do better in H1 of 2024.

Fire Element

Element

Performance

Economies/Industries in 2024

FIRE

Active and consistent

Industries that deals with

  • Technology (eg. media, IT, web-based, cloud)

  • Food and beverage

  • Service providers (eg. consultancy, advisories)

  • Beauty

  • Hospitality (eg. hotels, event organisers)

  • Energy supplier (eg. gas station, electric companies)

 

Above are ‘Active’ meaning there can be a lot of activities eg. requirement/changes involved. They are ‘Consistent’ meaning their needs are predictable. Generally, they performed better in H1 of 2024.

 

Wood Element

Element

Performance

Economies/Industries in 2024

WOOD

Active and strong

Industries that deals with

  • Plantations (eg. vegetable supplier, palm oil estates)

  • Timber (eg. wood crafts, wood furnitures, wood logs)

  • Go-green movements

  • Fabrics (eg. clothing manufacturers)

  • Consultancy works

 

Above are ‘Active’ meaning there can be a lot of activities  changes involved. They are ‘Strong’ meaning they can withstand disruptions. Generally, they performed better in Q1 and Q4 of 2024.

Metal Element

Element

Performance

Economies/Industries in 2024

METAL

Active but volatile

Industries that deals with

  • Metals (eg. raw steel, gold, precious metals)

  • Money markets (eg. shares, currencies)

  • Decision making (eg. legal enforcers, security offices)

  • Mental issues eg. psychiatry

 

Above are ‘Active’ meaning there can be a lot of activities eg. requirement/changes involved. They are ‘Weak’ meaning they don’t do too well most of the time. Generally, they performed better in Q2 of 2024.

Water Element

Element

Performance

Economies/Industries in 2024

WATER

Not prominent and weak

Industries that deals with

  • Shipping

  • Liquid (eg. drinks, lubricants, plumbing, marine)

  • Logistics (eg. movers, train service)

  • Middleman (eg. traders, agents)

 

Above are ‘Not Prominent’ meaning it is just business as usual. They are ‘Weak’ meaning they don’t do well most of the time. Generally, they performed better in Q3 of 2024.

 

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