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The Numbers Game: What can numbers tell us about a name, a title or business?

The study of numbers and how they relate with humans and their activities has been around for the ages. Numerology is a separate science from feng shui, but many of these core facts are related and put into play. This knowledge can reinforce, help with a task or validate a decision. Each number has aspects similar to the Five Elements Cycle in feng shui, as each carries auspicious traits.

Can you recall the Beijing Olympics in 2008? The organizing committee chose an auspicious date and time. The games kicked off at exactly 8/8/08 at 8:00pm!  Many Chinese believe that you can enhance your life using numbers, influencing daily events.

By evaluating decision options with numbers,

you can assist in predicting an outcome.

The logic: there are only 10 numbers in the universe. Any number with two digits or more can be reduced to a single digit. Therefore, 10 will reduce to 1+0 = 1.  23 becomes 2+3 = 5. 481 will reduce twice; 4+8+1=13 and 1+3= 4.

Just for fun; add up your address numbers to find what your single number reveals about you and your home.

Characters of the alphabet can also be assigned a specific number.  To check if your name is ‘lucky’, or if the title of a book could be a best seller, you will need to convert the alpha letters into numbers, and then add them up. There is a whole science that goes into manipulating the outcome. Some people change the spelling of their names, others change their house numbers; revealing the power and influence of the unseen karma.

The logic: If you could ‘choose’ a number for certain things, you could feel more confident that you have participated or done-your-best in predicting the results.

The alpha/numeric association: Each letter is assigned to a number. Spell out your word(s) and then add them up. You can explore what your name, or business name says about you!

A    B    C    D    E    F    G    H  I    J    K    L    M    N    O    P  Q    R    S    T    U    V    W    X    Y    Z

1     2    3    4     5    6     7    8  9    1    2    3    4    5     6    7   8     9    1    2     3    4     5    6     7    8

All numbers have their own history. Here are some common attributes for numbers: ‘Food for thought’ when choosing an address, a suite number, an airplane seat, or even a ‘lucky number’:

ONE: Represents independence: oneness, uniqueness, a great leader. Other: starting over, new beginnings, and rebirth.

TWO: Partnership: Balance, sharing, enjoys working with a partner. Other: helpful, tactful and diplomatic. Good communication, loyalty and trust.

THREE: Represents a 2+1 mentality: creation, growth and reproduction. Cheerful, enthusiastic and good communication: writing, speaking and singing.

FOUR: Represents the four seasons, four directions, well-balanced and solid. Other: discipline, fairness, loyalty and respect.  Equality.

FIVE: Represents change, associated with the properties of the Five Elements.  Other: balance, adaptable, charming, social, non-conformist.

SIX: Transitional and emotional: both artistic and musical. Other: guidance for others, teacher or humanitarian.

SEVEN: Celestial; Relates to self-evaluation and thoughtfulness. Other: pontifical, studious, balance with nature and preservation of mankind.

EIGHT: Good judgement, continued abundance with business success. The number looks like an infinity symbol. (What goes around comes around.) Other:  prosperity, money, good health.

NINE: The Ultimate: fame, strength, fullness, wealth. Other: completion, greatness, final, end of journey, consumption, expansion, explosion and orgasmic finish.

There are many, many ways to use numbers and their association. In feng shui, each of the Nine Areas of Life has a number assigned to them for enhancements or support for these areas. Check your bagua chart for more details. Bagua chart link.

If you have a ‘lucky number’; if it is still working for you, keep using it! At some time, you may even consider changing your ‘ATM pin’ number to add up to whatever you want to get out of life.  You have the choice.

Have fun with the numbers and enjoy the journey!

Kathryn

**Kathryn of Kathryn Wilking Designs is a Professional Member of the IFSG (International Feng Shui Guild) Author, Stager and Feng Shui Consultant. kathrynwilking.com

Kathryn is available for innovative talks for workshops and Lunch ‘n Learn programs. Contact her to discuss a topic for your group: kathryn@kathrynwilking.com

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About Kathryn Wilking

Author, Home Stager, Feng Shui Consultant

Kathryn has inspired women for more than a decade to take charge of their lives; arranging their environment, home and office, to support a positive, prosperous lifestyle. She provides informative tips and talks to organizations and small groups through her Facebook Group and Blog Posts and recorded podcasts. Contact her today for more info about bringing the practical application of Feng Shui into your space.

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