Feng Shui Elements
The interaction and relationship between elements is the heart of Feng Shui. Elements can produce or enhance each other. They can destroy, dominate or control one another. Finally, elements can weaken or reduce each others effects.
| Element | Related Season | Related Direction | Flying Star Number |
| Water | Winter | N | 1 |
| Wood | Spring | E, SE | 3 , 4 |
| Fire | Summer | S | 9 |
| Earth | Late Summer | NE, SW, Center | 2, 5, 8 |
| Metal | Fall | W, NW | 6, 7 |
Productive Cycle
The productive cycle is about creating balance and harmony.
Water ---> Wood ---> Fire ---> Earth ---> Metal
Domination / Destructive Cycle
The domination cycle creates imbalance and havoc in our environment. This cycle needs immediate attention for cures.
Water ---> Fire ---> Metal ---> Wood ---> Earth
Reductive / Weakening Cycle
The weakening cycle reduces the effect of other elements. It is very useful for feng shui cures.
Water ---> Metal ---> Earth ---> Fire ---> Wood
Bottom line is if you can create balance in your environment and support the energies or stars with appropriate forms, then you have achieved good feng shui.