Frequently Asked Questions
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General Questions
The fundamentals of how I work and what to expect.
9 QuestionsMy consultations are all done online via email. There is an option to do the Q&A segment for an additional fee, but this will be rolled out to selected clients only. There is no video-call option for clients based in Singapore — only overseas clients.
Conducting consultations via email is a preference and mode that stuck because I had a full-time job when I first started giving consultations. Emails were the only possible way. Turns out, people end up preferring emails because everyone prefers having something in black-and-white that you can refer back to any time you wish.
I will apply all three techniques during the consultation but the report will be angled mainly using BaZi for simplicity, with Zi Wei Dou Shu and Qi Men Dun Jia as a supplement where needed.
It would be foolish to take your money and disappear in a country like Singapore. There's simply no reason for me to risk my future and reputation I've spent years building by taking your hard-earned money and disappearing.
It will be a good idea to go through my blog before the consultation starts, especially those tagged under "Personal" and "Must-Read" where I share a bit on my background and how you should approach a consultation.
It's more efficient and constructive for everyone.
You also get a better consultation experience as you can always refer back to what I wrote should you ever forget what I say, which you most likely will if the consultation was done in person.
The one that gives the lowest bid usually gets the invite and such event companies aren't willing to pay much. Consultations alone earn you more than showing up for events, so why do practitioners still choose to appear? For that opportunity to raise your profile.
Writing about Chinese metaphysics allows me to reach more people, and more importantly, the right people.
I'm not afraid to say what I feel or let my opinions be heard. I'm known to have a strong personality due to how I grew up and my convictions.
I'm a no-nonsense kind of person when it comes to certain things, especially when it comes to my work. If you are nice, I'll also be nice. If you're not, then I don't see why I need to be friendly either.
Do you really want to come into this blind? Are you expecting me to dish out some magical solution to solve your life problems?
If you are not able to appreciate why I insist that you go through my blog and understand my philosophy first, or you're simply that lazy, we're not a good match.
Toxic people exist and I do not intend, and neither am I obliged, to serve these group of people.
Unfortunately, the nature of my field naturally attracts a lot of toxic individuals who view Chinese metaphysics as a short-cut to whatever they desire. They are asking me for something I can never do, which is to give them instant solutions.
Yes, I did. Everyone knows how much I hate pretence and deceit, so I'd never lie about such things. The evidence is all in my email's "Sent" folder.
Every single report was a personalized report and interaction. Anyone can sell 10,000 generic, templated reports.
Of course not. I'm not perfect, and I make mistakes too.
I don't wish to become the kind of practitioner who pretends to be infallible because it is not good for my growth as a practitioner.
For First Timers
New to Chinese metaphysics? Start here.
6 QuestionsThere are testimonials available and I do not intend to lose my dignity and self-respect by faking them. If you need to get in touch with anyone who left a review as a reference check, I'll even give you their number.
Everything I say can be referenced back to a particular Chinese classical text and I am very rigorous in my analysis.
No, it is not. Every report I write is unique, because every chart is unique and people are always asking me very different and specific questions.
There is no way a software can generate a meaningful report, or explain how each phase is interconnected.
Of course it is, and your astrological chart is a reflection of your karma. If it isn't, then on what basis does astrology even work then?
The kind of questions you ask is a reflection of who you are, how your mind works, and how you deal with the world. It says a lot about a person.
Yes, to me, there are stupid questions that a dignified human being should never ask. Don't let the consultation be an insult to your intelligence and mine.
It's up to you, really. Just see it as getting more information and having a roadmap ahead.
There are still benefits, such as an objective outlook of your life and looking out for periods where things are no longer in your favour.
The Q&A is now a paid segment. You can opt-in for it for an additional fee.
This segment comes after you receive the initial report. The Q&A will last seven working days with a maximum of seven formal email replies from me.
For Returning Clients
Been to other practitioners before? Here's how I differ.
5 QuestionsI'm quite sure it will. I have the 'written' reports of almost every other practitioner out there so I know what clients are experiencing.
Expect my style to be drastically different. You'll likely find my reports very technical, but for good reason — it's my way of assuring you that the analysis is done properly.
I'm known to have a strong personality but it is not the kind that is malicious. I'm just someone who is not afraid to say what I feel.
It rarely happens. It happens only to toxic clients with absolutely no self-awareness.
You most likely will. A top-notch chart is extremely hard to come by. Everyone will have positive phases and negative ones — that's just the law of nature.
Your chart is your karma and the lesson is for you to learn. Ultimately, you'll have to learn to make wise decisions for yourself and take responsibility for them.
There is no straight answer to this. Transcending charts does not mean you get to do whatever you want. We still have to work within our limitations.
If you have a bad BaZi chart, the important thing is to understand why and accept it first. The answer will come to you in due time.
The Industry
My honest views on this field and other practitioners.
5 QuestionsMy reactions stem from how I first got started in this field. It's nothing personal.
I went deep into metaphysics at the lowest point of my life and it helped me find peace. I approached it with respect for what our ancestors passed down. It was never about "How can this make me rich?"
To me, anyone who sells items or use items as feng shui cures are scams. Those who guarantee success, wealth, or business success also fall into this category.
Selling the same generic report to every single client or buying fake social media followings says a lot about that person's character.
It distracts me from what I feel is important. My time and energy are severely limited and need to be spent on clients who have put their trust and money in me.
Putting things down in writing on my blog has been the most effective way.
Scaling what I do will turn it into something else — it will end up being about pushing sales and selling gimmicks.
Accuracy is one measure. The practitioner should be able to explain how he or she arrived at a conclusion in very clear, logical steps based on theory.
Ideally, the practitioner has to be able to read Chinese and studied from the source material.
What Makes Me Different
My standards, ethics, and approach.
4 QuestionsDoing annual zodiac forecasts: Yes, it generates buzz, but it's misleading, unconstructive and harmful.
Training someone to do readings for me: This is a specialized field which requires years of experience.
Appearing on media for the sake of it: I am extremely selective. Most engagements involve doing things I am strongly against.
I get media opportunities all the time but I turn most of them down. I even turned down Resorts World Sentosa once.
I'm very selective and usually only say "yes" to those that allow me to spread the right message.
I came from Taiwan and I can read and speak Chinese fluently, so studying from the Chinese classics was easy.
Practitioners are also bounded by our charts. There will be scams who appear legitimate and legitimate ones you don't even hear about.
I have absolutely no regrets. There is a very specific demographic of clients I wish to target and that is enough for me.
Feng Shui
Dispelling myths about house audits and remedies.
5 QuestionsThere is absolutely no reason to believe in the legitimacy of using items or charms. Feng shui does not work this way.
Because you are only focusing on the false positives and not taking into account all the other cases where it doesn't work.
It's extremely easy to manipulate someone. You simply have to sell something right before the person has a good year.
I'm not worried about my inability to turn a bad house into a good one — I'm more worried about yours.
A BaZi or Zi Wei Dou Shu reading should be more than enough to give you a heads up on what to look out for in future.
If it's a good house, plan for long term stay. If it is a bad house, don't overspend on the renovation.
If you've already purchased a house and it happens to be really bad, what I can do to remedy it is extremely limited.
Fees
Pricing philosophy and how to proceed.
4 QuestionsI personally don't find my fees expensive. They are within reason for the amount of time and effort I have to spend on the service.
I know where I stand in the industry. It makes no sense for me to charge the same or lower than those whom I know aren't good at what they do.
It depends. The fees I charge now are a sweet spot. I'm happy with the volume and quality of clients I'm getting.
I raise my fees every few years to account for bandwidth and inflation.
Please learn to respect other people's time and effort. If not, there are plenty of other practitioners out there who charge lower.
Just head over to my "Book An Appointment" page and fill up the relevant forms. You'll get an automated email with instructions and I'll also get in touch with you personally.
About the Methods
Understanding BaZi, Zi Wei Dou Shu, Qi Men Dun Jia, and Feng Shui.
4 QuestionsBaZi is popularly known as the Four Pillars of Destiny. It is one of the older techniques of forecasting one's life based on the sexagenary cycle, the solar calendar and 24 solar terms.
Your BaZi chart is a snapshot of time. BaZi consultations study these patterns and use it to forecast one's life.
Zi Wei Dou Shu is a more complex form of Chinese astrology which uses the position of the stars. The major stars it uses are from the Big Dipper and part of the Sagittarius constellation.
There are 12 sectors in the chart, each representing a certain aspect of one's life.
Qi Men Dun Jia is a form of divination — a short-term, tactical technique that gives you clear answers on the outcome of any situation.
People often use it to ask about their careers, love life, finances, health, and whether a particular decision is favourable.
Feng Shui is an ancient study of the environment and how you can benefit from it. Its foundations lie with geography, astronomy, and observing nature's laws.
A feng shui practitioner's job is to make sure people end up in a suitable, nourishing environment for their growth.
Still Have Questions?
Read through my blog for a deeper understanding of my philosophy, or book an appointment when you're ready.