Front Door: Northwest & North

What the North & Northwest Represent

Their are benefits to both of these directions. Both are good for business and entrepreneurs!

The northwest rules chi for the male head of household. He will fair well in a household facing this direction. It brings good connections, networking contacts and all-round helpful people into your life. It is also good for long-distance travel. It is ruled by strong Metal Element.

The north is very yin and good for nurturing your career and life's journey. The Water Element rules the north, which promotes careful reflection and consideration before you go out and make big changes in your life. Changes are made very thoughtfully and wisely.

How to Activate These Directions

Enhance the northwest chi with the Metal Element. Perhaps you can add some metal material, like this beautiful wrought iron gate. Or paint your door white and hang a metal wind chime.

Enhance the north chi with the Water Element.  Wonderful additions to an entry area is a bird bath or a water fountain. Paint your door black or add a black welcome mat.

If there is stagnation in this home, you can really break up the chi by de-cluttering and adding some yang energy with moving objects like chimes or decorative flags.