The art of feng shui is an age-old Chinese philosophy that suggests we live in harmony with our environment. The words feng shui means "wind and water." (Webster 1) Chi is the natural flowing energy that breaths life into feng shui and it is divided into two halves. These two halves are known as the yin and yang. There are four symbolic animals associated with feng shui; a green dragon, a white tiger, a black tortoise, and a red phoenix. There are five elements associated with this philosophy. They are fire, wood, earth, metal, and water. The Pa-kau has to do with the positioning of certain things that help to promote good fortune. This philosophy tries to incorporate all of these principals into the environment creating a harmonious existence between us and it. The writer will attempt to explain how to use this art successfully for business endeavors.
             The driving force behind this philosophy is centered around the chi; the life force of feng shui. The primary goal here is to promote positive chi. This is done in a variety of ways; such as the placement of the building, desks, or any other work related item. When situating these items it is important to do so in a way to create a harmonious balance, thus creating positive chi. Sha is a destructive form of chi that is generated by various configurations of objects, roads, buildings, and so on. (Simons 132) This sha needs to be dealt with immediately. A remedy for this is to stand in front of your doorway facing outwards. Take note of any objects pointing directly in or at your doorway and place obstacles in front of them. Plants on either side of your door is an excellent way to block the sha from entering. Keep in mind that the doorway should be free of clutter.
             The yin and yang came from the northern slopes of a mountain that were shaded (yin), while the southern slopes were sunny (yang). (Webster 3) The yin and the yang go
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