Described as the Center, people with Life Number 5 often feel surrounded by change. However, if they remain stable in their core, they can make the best out of any situation. They are powerful, sociable, and often have a large circle of friends. Suitable careers include politicians, civil engineers, farmers, or architects. For men, the success and power direction is in the Northeast, while for women, it is in the Southwest.
Kua number 5
Discover your Feng Shui direction of success
5: Element Earth – Southwest (Men), Northeast (Women) | WEST GROUP
Your Kua number determines certain cardinal directions that can be either favourable or unfavourable for you. These directions include:
- Sheng Chi (success): This direction promotes your career success and prosperity.
- Tien Yi (Health): It supports your health and vitality.
- Nien Yen (Love): This direction helps you to strengthen love and positive relationships.
- Fu Wei (Personal Growth): It promotes your personal and spiritual development.
If you know your Kua number, you can find out which cardinal points are favourable for success, health, love and personal growth and align your life accordingly.
East Group
Kua Numbers: 1, 3, 4, 9
- Sheng Chi (Success): South
- Tien Yi (Health): East
- Nien Yen (Love): Southeast
- Fu Wei (Personal Growth): North
West Group
Kua Numbers: 2, 6, 7, 8
- Sheng Chi (Success): Northwest
- Tien Yi (Health): Southwest
- Nien Yen (Love): Northeast
- Fu Wei (Personal Growth): West
Extended advice and recommendations:
Objects to activate your success area
Life Number 5 (Man Southwest): Success direction Northeast
• Objects made of clay and stone.
• A picture of a majestic mountain. (Ideally hung behind you).
• Statues or representations of mentors and role models.
• Crystals and minerals like amethyst, rose quartz, salt lamp.
• Your certificates, diplomas, and awards.
• Books related to your expertise and continuing education.
Life Number 5 (Woman Northeast): Success direction Southwest
• Objects made of ceramic or crystal.
• Two connected rose quartz hearts, everything in pairs: 2 lamps, 2 candles.
• Statues or representations of mentors and role models.
• Crystals and minerals like citrine, rose quartz, salt lamp.
• Your certificates, diplomas, and awards.
• A globe, atlas, or world map.
• A photo of a happy couple, symbols of connection, team spirit.
• A statue of a holy mother (Mary or Kuan Yin).
Your sleeping space in balance
Use your Kua number to find out how you should align your bed to optimise your energy flow. The right sleep direction can deepen your sleep and strengthen you in areas such as health, career and relationships.
Recommendation: A Kua number calculator will help you determine the optimal alignment.
This article was written in close collaboration with Feng Shui Expert Nima Soraya
Nima Soraya
Master Graduate of Authentic Classical Feng Shui
Certified Feng Shui Consultant
Training in the field of transformation work
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