Nowadays, we see the art of Feng Shui being appreciated around the world. What started out as an ancient practice to identify ideal burial sites, has now spread its art all over Asian and Western communities. It is used as a guiding principle in various facets of life. In the contemporary world, Feng Shui is taken into consideration when purchasing real-estate, moving into a new home or to change current circumstances in life such as relationships, careers and financial situation.
With the increase in popularity and interest from the public, we can see Feng Shui masters being ingenious as they move towards online and social media platforms to promote their trades. Feng Shuimasters also provide virtual online visits to clients, making it easier than ever to access a Feng Shui master and to finally change our lives!
Or is it?
With the increase inacknowledgement for this art, comes the various exploiters who wants a slice of the cake.
In short, not all Feng Shui masters areFeng Shui masters.
Here are some things to watch out for with Feng Shui masters
“Feng shui Master”
Nowadays, there are many ways to obtain a certification to be a “Feng Shui consultant” there are courses that can be completed in as little as 4 days and up to two years to call yourself a Feng Shui master. Many private practices are also establishing their own academies as they teach the next generation of consultants. The lack of uniformity in the aspect of education and certification makes it difficult to separate the genuine consultants from the bogus ones. The pathway of obtaining a qualification in this industry makes it the all easier for exploiters to scam unsuspecting individuals.
If it’s too good to be true. It probably is.
Some masters are often affiliated with real-estate agents or sales behind the scenes. They will often disguise their act by providing perfect readings and promising you the best wealth and prosperity in your life to entice you in purchasing the building. Similarly with antique ornaments, they use the trust you have for them to make you purchase thousand dollars’ worth of antiques or porcelains that promises to change your life. Hidden under those promises are the transactions that we are unaware of, that goes straight into their pockets.
Always be vigilant when large sums of money are involved in the process. If you feel unsure, do not conform to it, chances are you are right. Seek for a second opinion from people you trust.
“Just listen and follow”
Unfortunately, for most of us who seek assistance from a Feng Shui master, we often have little or no knowledge on the topic. It also doesn’t help that they are so many different schools of Feng Shui and methods of practice that forces us to take everything the master says at face value. We should start questioning ambiguity in the practices. A true master will be able to answer your questions and provide a proper explanation. After all, it is our life that is being changed. At the least, we should understand what is being done.
As more and more exploiters infiltrate the industry, we can’t be too confident with the master that is standing in front of us, which is unfortunate for the real masters who practice their trade. It doesn’t hurt to be a little more careful and always questions the intentions and decisions of the actions.