Today most people would have heard of Feng Shui, but a lot less actually know what it is and what it does. The word Feng means wind, and Shui translates to water, but often these two words are translated in good fortune. Feng Shui is today considered more of an art, it originated in China over three thousand years ago. For some people who use this ancient art in their daily lives it is a way of life.

For people who are new to it or unfamiliar, this art can at first appear to be complicated. The aim is to achieve total harmony in a specific area or room, commonly these are the bedroom and office. To achieve this harmony, objects within the room are arranged in a very particular way. When this is done correctly a complete balance of energies created.

Some people think that the good that comes from the balancing of energies can only apply to an area of their home, but this harmony can affect our daily lives in areas such as relationships and health. With study and attention to detail comes a greater understanding.

Despite this art originating in China thousands of years ago, it is has become popular and is practiced by people across the globe, especially in the west. Those who are not sure how to create harmony in their own home, there are professional consultants who visit the homes of people seeking their services. During such a visit the consultant or master will teach individuals how and where to place the objects within the building to concentrate the good energies creating complete harmony.

The word qi originates in Chinese philosophy, qi is positive energies that surrounds people and gives good fortune, health and prosperity. Chinese philosophy says qi is all around us, but it is only high concentrations of this energy that creates the good it can do. The exact location of these high concentrations can only be established by using Feng Shui.

The concentration of qi is determined by location and time; once these have been established Feng Shui can serve as a guide on how to bring harmony to these particular areas. This harmony is achieved by placing objects in exactly the right place and facing the correct direction.

When a room or space is filled with total harmony, the people in and around that area will feel uplifted and have a great deal more confidence than before. It is said that such people will live a fruitful live with good health and fortune. Some people who use Feng Shui as a lifestyle choice even implement it in their place of work, so their business and career will also prosper.
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A lot of people have a feng shui fountain or similar water feature in their home, but surprisingly few people actually know what feng shui is and the benefits it can provide. Feng shui is a system that was formulated in ancient China. The focus of this art is promoting a flow of good qi, which translates to English as energy flow. Qi is important in many Eastern arts, including acupuncture and various styles of kung fu.

While other arts promote a body's internal qi, feng shui is about arranging a living or working space to channel good energy through that space. This is a complicated art, but it starts with a balance of the five traditional Chinese elements: fire, water, soil, wood and metal. Most people don't have naturally running water in or around their homes, and that's where a feng shui fountain comes in.

Even if you're not really interested in the greater concepts of feng shui, that's no reason you can't utilize a fountain to add to the decor of a space. A lot of people enjoy having a fountain around due to the relaxing sound of running water in the background.

There are feng shui fountains to match anyone's own sense of taste and style. Whether you want a traditional eastern design, a more modern western interpretation, or even something totally unique, there are options available. Some will be small enough to sit on an end table, while others stand alone or hang on the wall. There are even huge outdoor fountains.

There are a lot of rules to follow if you want to reap the positive energy benefits of feng shui. Here are a few basics to get you started. There are two big things to watch out for. First of all, you don't want a fountain in a bedroom. The water element can bring added anxiety to one's life when located in a sleeping area. The other caveat is to avoid placing a water feature in the south, as fire (which clashes with water) is the dominant element of the southern orientation.

The optimal places for a feng shui fountain are east, southeast, or northern sections of your home. Each area is associated with a different positive energy flowing into your life. An eastern fountain promotes health, while one placed in the southeast supports your wealth and prosperity. A north-located fountain will bring positive energy that will support your career and livelihood.

A feng shui water fixture is a good introduction into the art of feng shui. It is just one small piece of the larger puzzle, though. This ancient Chinese art is incredibly deep and complex.