Feng Shui Guide: Do's and Don'ts This Year of the Wood Dragon 2024

As we usher in the year 2024, the celestial energies bring forth the Year of the Wood Dragon in the Chinese zodiac.

Legend has it that the dragon’s fifth-place finish in the Jade Emperor's zodiac race was attributed to its altruistic nature, often ready to help neighbouring communities. This enduring tale reflects the dragon's inherent kindness and helpful spirit.

If you're born under the Dragon sign, you embody charm, energy, intelligence, and the willingness to tackle challenges. You are born with natural leadership qualities that equate to adept managers and resilient group leaders.

As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of the Year of the Dragon on Feb. 10, we’ve put together a quick guide to give you a sneak peek at what the do’s and don’ts are for 2024.

Do’s

Incorporate lucky colours to your lifestyle in 2024

Jazz up your living space and bring in good vibes by learning how colours play a pivotal role in the art of Feng Shui.

Let’s focus on emerald green, which is one of Wood Dragon's main colours. This shade serves as a superhero cape that represents self-renewal, growth, and prosperity and attracts wealth.

For golden vibes, check out the imperial yellow which is like the Beyoncé of colours — warm, vibrant, and full of life. In the Year of the Wood Dragon, this golden hue brings good luck and wealth.

Most importantly, Chinese culture reveres red as the secret sauce to happiness and celebration as it is everywhere, from festivals and weddings to Chinese New Year envelopes. So, whether it's a deep maroon or a fiery crimson, sprinkle some red around for that extra dash of radiant aura for the Year of the Wood Dragon.

Consider lucky dates when moving houses

Calling all future home movers! When it comes to making that big leap to a new place in 2024, it's not just about hauling boxes; it's about setting up your living space with harmony and prosperity. Feng Shui isn't just about arranging furniture; it's about catching the wave of cosmic energies. Think of it as syncing up with the universe for a smooth transition into your new space.

The optimal time depends on your zodiac sign and house orientation, and this 2024, it favours northwestern and southern orientations. For the full scoop on lucky moving dates each month, read more at Wise Move.

Learn about Period 9’s fire dominance for businesses

For business-savvy folks, you may boost your company’s success by making use of Feng Shui techniques like workspace cleaning, wood components, and dragon symbols.

First things first, desk positions and directions are important, as these affect energy flow and stress. Keep your desk away from the entrance, but make sure it is visible across your space. Additionally, spin your furniture according to Feng Shui’s commanding position or away from doors while facing them. This will generate a positive environment, which may boost staff productivity and business success.

The adjustment to Period 9's fire dominance will start on Feb. 4. With the market's high competition and the need to innovate, knowing how the Power of Fire affects business dynamics can help organisations capitalise on trends and prepare for change.

To ride the fire wave for your business, throw in some lights, bright colours, and candles. Arrange your desk with a wide view of space and add flowers and plants in fiery shades — red or flames — that symbolise wealth and passion. For complete details, read more on Sleek.

Pop these green pals around your place

Say hello to the magic of lucky plants in 2024! More than just décor, adding wood to your home can promote family harmony and progress.

Some Feng Shui-approved plants that may bring luck and wealth include the following: rubber plant (wealth and prosperity), snake plant (shield against negative energy), basil (calm and temperament), bamboo (financial abundance), money tree (solve dearth-of-money dilemmas), jade plant (financial growth), and rosemary (peaceful home).

Don’ts

Southeast wealth area with fire elements

In the Feng Shui world, each nook and cranny has its own personality, and you should avoid disturbing the overall harmony of their environment. If your wealth zone is situated in the southeast (linked to the wood element), adding fire elements (such as the colour red, lights, and candles) could potentially make you lose your wealth rather than fostering its growth. In 2024, keep your eagle eyes on the elemental friendships by making thoughtful choices in your decorations and colour schemes.

Too many Feng Shui enhancements

Feng Shui revolves around achieving balance and harmony, and going overboard with all those Chinese enhancements might throw that whole zen vibe out of whack. For example, pendulum clocks, cuckoo clocks, and aquariums can serve as effective wealth enhancers in specific areas, but putting them in the wrong spot or having an excessive number could stir up some not-so-great energy. In 2024, keep the moderation memo in mind when enhancing your space with Feng Shui goodness.

Ignoring directional influences

Every year, certain directions might get a bit moody, according to the Flying Star chart, a kind of energy map. Not taking notice of these directional shifts and forgetting to use the right fixes area Feng Shui oopsie you want to avoid.

Now, if a particular area has a not-so-great star, it means it's carrying some negative energy baggage. So, let's say the East direction on your map has this grumpy star in 2024, you might want to chill a bit in that East area. And, to kick out the bad vibes, you may use some Feng Shui tricks like giving your space a good energy makeover. For more details, check out God of Wealth.