A brand-new year always brings a shift in energy. Whether we feel it or not, the cosmic winds are already rearranging themselves, and our homes absorb these changes first. This is why we should always begin the year by checking the Flying Stars. Just as we update our diaries and set fresh intentions, our living spaces need their annual tune-up too. When you realign your feng shui at the start of the year, you smooth the path ahead – strengthening the lucky sectors and calming those that carry obstacles.
When analyzing the chart, keep in mind that the stars influence you more strongly if any of the following apply:
- Your main door faces the direction in question
(For example, if your front entrance faces SE, you tap into the very auspicious Prosperity
Star 9). - Your entrance sits within a specific sector
(Even if it faces another direction, the energies of that sector still influence you. For
instance, an entrance located in the North brings you the blessings of the Heaven Star
6.) - Your bedroom is located in that sector.
Where you sleep determines which stars affect your personal energy most strongly. - The star visits your animal palace
(For example, if you were born in an Ox year, the arrival of the 4 Star in the NE – your
animal palace – signals improvements in relationships and personal connections.)
The first changes arrive with the Winter Solstice on Dec 21st, 2025, when the new Tai Sui and Three Killings take effect. By Feb 4th, 2026, all the Flying Stars will have moved into their fresh locations. Use this period to reset your feng shui, so your home and office receive the best of the year’s energies.
THE AUSPICIOUS STARS
VICTORY STAR 1 MOVES TO THE CENTER
The Victory Star 1 occupies the center of the chart, spreading good fortune energies over everyone and every space. As we are now fully into Period 9, this star is extremely auspicious, bringing winning outcomes, new beginnings and long-term prosperity. Everyone should take advantage of its lucky effects. Place the Fly on Monkey on Horse or 3 Tiered Victory Stupa in the center of your home to bring its vibrant energies to life. Display the Perfect 10 Enhancer to dissolve obstacles to success and the Trio of Horses to attract new wealth opportunities. For career luck, place the Victory Flag here.
ROMANCE & SCHOLASTIC STAR 4 IN THE NORTHEAST
The 4 Star brings excellent energies to the Northeast this year. It boosts scholastic success for students, inspires fresh ideas for creators and innovators, and strengthens love luck for anyone hoping to attract romance. It also enhances friendships and networking opportunities. To tap its full benefits, display the Swan of Saraswati or Saraswati’s Plaque in this sector. If you are single, place the Peach Blossom Peony Love Box in this sector to attract a suitable life partner. Married couples with bedrooms here can carry the Double Happiness Love Talisman to strengthen your love vibes.
HEAVEN STAR 6 IN THE NORTH
The Heaven Star 6 brings mentor luck, helpful people, and unexpected windfalls. This star works quietly on your behalf, clearing obstacles and turning situations in your favour. In 2026, it settles in the North. Activate its blessings by placing Ksiddigarbha Sitting on Chi Lin here, and keep this sector bright and free of clutter. For windfall luck, display the 3 Legged Toad with Giant Pearl. Because the Three Killings also occupies the North this year, it is essential to protect this sector. Place the 3 Celestial Guardians with Ksiddigarbha’s Implements to subdue the Three Killings; otherwise, you may find it difficult to fully tap the good fortune that Heaven Star 6 brings.
WEALTH STAR 8 IN THE EAST
The Wealth Star 8 flies into the East, bringing strong prosperity luck. However, it also carries health risks, so it is important to balance its energies with longevity symbols. To activate its wealth potential, place the Water Dragon Faucet and Sky Bull here. Strengthen health luck with the Sky Unicorn and guard against financial setbacks with the Dragon Treasure Boxes. If your main door or bedroom is in the East, wear Agarwood or carry the Rudraksha Mala to protect yourself from the star’s negative chi while still enjoying its wealth benefits.
CURRENT PROSPERITY STAR 9 IN THE SOUTHEAST
The super auspicious 9 star brings fame, power, wealth, completion and new opportunities. Residents of SE-facing homes and SE bedrooms, as well as those born in Dragon and Snake years enjoy direct benefits, but everyone can activate this star by displaying the 9-Rod Abacus and Period 9 Tortoise here. To turbocharge wealth luck, place the Lap Chun Wealth Tree here. Make full use of this sector – spend time in it, keep it bright, and let its vibrant Period 9 prosperity chi support your goals.
THE AFFLICTION STARS
ILLNESS STAR 2 IN THE NORTHWEST
The Illness Star 2 visits the Northwest, bringing health concerns to patriarchs, leaders, and anyone living or sleeping in this sector. Those born in Dog or Boar years, or with NW-facing homes or bedrooms, may be more vulnerable to sickness, accidents, and fatigue. Minimise time spent here whenever possible.
Despite its health risks, this star also carries wealth luck. Display the 9 Prosperity Wu Lou in the Northwest to suppress illness chi while attracting money-making opportunities. The elderly, and anyone with ongoing health issues, should keep the Long Life Vase with Lingzhi nearby for protection. To further improve the energies of this sector, display the Sky Bat and Antahkarana Windchime.
Invoke the blessings of Medicine Buddha for good health and White Tara for long life. Recite their mantras regularly to strengthen their healing vibrations:
MANTRA OF MEDICINE BUDDHA
Tadyatha Om Bhekhandzye Bhekhandzye Maha Bhekhandzye Radza Samudgate Soha (repeat 21x)MANTRA OF WHITE TARA
Om Tare Tuttare Mama Ayur Punye Jnana Pushtim Kuru Ye Soha
QUARRELSOME STAR 3 IN THE WEST
The Quarrelsome Star 3 brings hostility and conflict to the West. Known for causing arguments, misunderstandings, legal troubles and unnecessary drama, this star can easily disturb the peace if left unchecked. Keep this sector quiet, dim, and calm. Avoid loud activity, bright lighting, and any form of renovation such as knocking, digging, or hacking.
To settle its aggressive chi, display the Tai Kat Tai Ley Apple Enhancer to prevent tensions from escalating. If you are dealing with jealousy, rivalry or complicated social dynamics, also place Ksiddigarbha’s Fireball & Staff here. You can further neutralise conflict energies with Red Horse Cushion Covers and Red Dragon Horse Carpet.
MISFORTUNE STAR 5 IN THE SOUTH
The Misfortune Star 5 is the most dangerous of all, bringing accidents, obstacles and unexpected calamities. In 2026, it settles in the South, affecting those born in Horse years and the middle daughter. Place the Heart Sutra Pagoda here to subdue its harmful energies. If your main door or bedroom is in the South, also carry the amulet version. Take special care in March, July, September and December, when the energies in this sector become especially volatile.
TAI SUI OF 2026
The Tai Sui of 2026, General Wen Zhe, also resides in the South. To avoid offending him,
display the 2026 Tai Sui Plaque here. Those born in Horse, Rat, Rabbit or Rooster years must tread carefully. If you live in a South-facing home or sleep in a South located bedroom, you are also at risk of angering him. Carry the 2026 Tai Sui Amulet to keep him firmly on your side.
Avoid disturbing this sector with renovations, drilling or breaking of walls, and keep this part of your home as quiet as possible to avoid anything undue from happening. Most importantly, DO NOT sit facing South this year.
LOSS STAR 7 IN THE SOUTHWEST
The Loss Star 7 brings risks of financial loss, deception and theft. It can also trigger betrayals, marital tensions, and even accidents or violence if left unchecked. Protect this sector by placing the Active Rhinoceros & Elephant or Anti-Burglary Plaque If you are the Matriarch, or if your home faces Southwest, or your bedroom is located here, carry the amulet versions as well.
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