Feng Shui Period 6 (1964-1984): A Complete Guide for Your Home in Period 9

Period 6 Explained

If your home was built between 1964 and 1984, it has a special energy pattern. In Feng Shui, this is called a Period 6 house. Understanding this "birth chart" is the first step to making sure your home supports you today, in the new time of Period 9.

So, what exactly is feng shui period 6? In the San Yuan system of Feng Shui, time is split into 20-year cycles, each with its own ruling energy. Period 6, which lasted from February 4, 1964, to February 3, 1984, was ruled by the Qian ☰ Trigram. This trigram connects to the Metal element, Heaven, the Father, and themes of strong leadership and power. Homes built during this time were filled with this powerful, structured, and ambitious energy.

The modern problem is this: a home's energy, while powerful in its own time, becomes "outdated" as we move into new periods. We are now in Period 9 (2024-2044), a time ruled by the Fire element. The energies of your Period 6 home are now mixing with a completely different global energy, which can create conflict affecting money, health, and relationships. This guide is designed to help you understand this situation and provide practical solutions to balance your home for success in the current time.

The 9 Feng Shui Periods

To understand the importance of a Period 6 house, we must first look at the larger system it belongs to: the San Yuan system. This classical Feng Shui school studies how time affects the energy, or Qi, of a space. It works on a 180-year big cycle, which is split into three 60-year "Yuans" (Upper, Middle, and Lower). Each Yuan contains three 20-year periods, making a total of nine periods.

Each of these nine periods is ruled by a specific number from the Lo Shu square, a matching trigram, and an element. This ruling energy defines global trends, social patterns, and the natural energy blueprint of any building built within that 20-year span.

When a building is built and the roof is put on, it locks in the Qi of that specific period. This forms its "Natal Chart," an unchangeable energy map that controls the potential of the space. The key idea to understand is Timeliness. The energy of the current period is considered "Timely" and therefore most lucky and powerful. As time moves on, the energies of past periods become "Untimely," and their influence changes, often becoming less helpful or even challenging if not properly managed. This is the main reason why a Period 6 home needs attention in Period 9.

Here is a breakdown of the nine periods in the current 180-year cycle:

As you can see from the table, the energy of Period 6, while once strong, is now considered untimely. Its positive qualities have faded, and without careful effort, its negative aspects can become more noticeable.

Period 6 Characteristics

Every period has a unique personality that reflects its ruling trigram and element. Period 6 was a time of great power, structure, and ambition, qualities that are built into the very foundation and walls of homes built during this time.

The ruling energy was the Qian ☰ Trigram. Qian is the ultimate symbol of masculine power, representing the Father, Heaven, the emperor, and the head of the household. This energy showed up in the world as a focus on strong, centralized governments, the rise of powerful corporate CEOs, and a social structure that heavily emphasized male leadership. It was a time of clear hierarchies and respect for authority. Homes from this period often naturally support the primary breadwinner or the male head of the household.

Adding to this was the Metal element. Metal's qualities are precision, logic, structure, financial skill, and rigidity. Think of the era's great achievements: the Space Race was a triumph of engineering and metalwork. The dawn of the computer age brought logic and structure to information processing. Global financial systems became more complex and powerful. This Metal energy translates into architectural styles that often featured strong lines, defined forms, and the use of concrete and metal. These are not soft, flowing homes; they are solid and commanding.

Here are the key characteristics that defined the Period 6 era and its architecture:

• Dominant Masculine Energy: The focus was on male leadership in politics, business, and the family unit. The energy of the period supported ambition, authority, and decisive action.
• Global Power & Politics: This was the height of the Cold War, a time defined by two clear superpowers. The world order was hierarchical and structured, a direct reflection of Qian's influence.
• Technological Breakthroughs: Significant engineering feats, from lunar missions to the first microprocessors, showcased the Metal element's capacity for precision and innovation.
• Financial Growth & Ambition: It was a time of corporate expansion and a strong focus on wealth accumulation through structured, large-scale business.
• Architectural Style: Buildings from this period often feel solid and substantial. Brutalist architecture, with its use of raw concrete, is a classic example. Metal was often used as a structural or decorative element, emphasizing strength and permanence.

In Flying Star Feng Shui, a house built in Period 6 has the number 6 star locked into the central palace of its Natal Chart. This star, representing the Qian trigram, set the tone for the entire dwelling. During its time, it brought great potential for career success, leadership, and respect. Now, in Period 9, its influence has changed dramatically.

Navigating a Period 6 Home

Living in a Period 6 house today presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. The key is understanding the basic energy conflict between your home's "birth" period and the current one. With this knowledge, you can implement targeted solutions to not only reduce potential issues but also activate new areas of prosperity.

The main challenge is an elemental clash: Fire melts Metal. The current Period 9 (2024-2044) is the era of the Li ☲ Trigram, whose element is Fire. Your Period 6 home is basically a Metal element structure. In the destructive cycle of the five elements, Fire controls and melts Metal. This means the natural energy and strength of your home are being suppressed or "attacked" by the timely energy of the new period. This can show up as a feeling of being stuck, a loss of authority, or unexpected obstacles. The strength that once defined the home now needs to be managed and protected.

We see several key problem areas emerge in Period 6 homes as we progress through Period 9:

• The Untimely #6 Star: The #6 White Star, once a beacon of career advancement and authority, becomes untimely. When not managed correctly, its energy can turn sour, potentially leading to loneliness, isolation, legal disputes, conflicts with authority figures, and health issues related to the head, brain, or lungs. The power it once gave can turn into rigid stubbornness.
• The Faded #8 Wealth Star: For the last 20 years (2004-2023), the #8 Earth Star was the primary wealth star. In Period 9, it becomes the "Past Prosperity Star." While not openly negative, its ability to generate new wealth is significantly reduced. Relying on the same wealth activations that worked in Period 8 will yield disappointing results.
• The Powerful #9 Star's Location: The top priority for any home in Period 9 is to locate and activate the #9 Purple Star. This is the "Star of Current Prosperity," the new primary wealth star. In your Period 6 home's Natal Chart, this star could be located anywhere—a busy living room, a quiet storeroom, or even a bathroom. Its location and your ability to use that space will determine your capacity to tap into the prosperity of the new era.

Here is a 3-step action plan to begin balancing your Period 6 home:

Step 1: Locate Your Key Energy Zones.
The first, essential step is to get an accurate Flying Star Natal Chart for your property. This chart is created based on the home's construction date and its precise compass orientation (facing direction). It maps out the nine sectors of your home and shows which permanent stars (including the crucial #9, the challenging #6, and negative stars like #2 and #5) reside in which area. While online calculators exist, their accuracy can be questionable.

Step 2: Reduce the Negative & Enhance the Positive.
Once you have your chart, you can apply element-based remedies. This is a system of balancing the five elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) to weaken negative energies and strengthen positive ones.
* To Weaken Negative Stars: For the #2 Sickness Star (Earth) or the #5 Misfortune Star (Earth), use the Metal element to drain their energy. A six-rod hollow metal wind chime or a brass gourd (Hulu) are traditional cures. For the #7 Robbery Star (Metal), use the Water element, such as a bowl of still (yin) water.
* To Activate the Current #9 Wealth Star: The #9 is a Fire star. To enhance it, you should use more Fire or the element that feeds it, Wood. Keep the sector where your #9 star resides bright, active, and vibrant. Use red, purple, or orange accents. Add a healthy, thriving plant (Wood element) or keep a lamp on in this area.
* To Manage the Untimely #6 Star: The #6 is a Metal star. To gently calm its potentially harsh untimely energy, you can use the Water element to drain its strength. Placing a small, elegant vase with a single stalk of bamboo in still water is a subtle and effective method.

Step 3: Focus on the "Big Three".
The three most influential areas of any home are the front door (where Qi enters), the bedroom (where you regenerate), and the kitchen (which governs health and nourishment). Prioritize your analysis and remedies in these three areas. Ensure your front door is not affected by a negative star and that your bedroom supports rest and health.

Applying these remedies requires a precise understanding of your home's unique natal chart and how the annual stars interact with it. It can be complex, and a mistake can sometimes make things worse. This is where personalized expertise becomes invaluable. Our team at THE QI FLOW specializes in analyzing these complex period transitions for our clients, creating detailed reports and tailored solutions to ensure a Period 6 home is fully optimized to thrive in Period 9.

A Home Transformation

Abstract concepts become clear through real-world application. Let's walk through a case study that shows how understanding a Period 6 home's chart can lead to a major transformation. We'll call our clients the "Smiths," who live in a charming brick home built in 1971.

The "Before" Picture: Problems in Early Period 9
The Smiths contacted us feeling frustrated and stuck. Despite working harder than ever, they were facing a series of new challenges as Period 9 began to dawn.
* Career Stagnation: Mr. Smith, the primary income earner, felt his career had hit a glass ceiling. A promotion he was expecting was given to someone else, and he felt his influence at work was fading. This is a classic sign of the untimely #6 star affecting the patriarch.
* Increased Family Arguments: The home, once a peaceful sanctuary, was now filled with more frequent and intense disagreements, particularly between the parents and their teenage son.
* Financial Drain: They were experiencing a series of unexpected expenses—car repairs, a leaking roof—that made it feel like money was constantly flowing out, with little to show for it. Their savings were shrinking.

The Feng Shui Analysis
After an on-site consultation, we drafted the home's Natal Chart. The findings were clear and directly related to the family's problems.
* The home's chart revealed the auspicious and timely #9 Prosperity Star was located in a small, cluttered storeroom at the back of the house, its energy completely stagnant.
* The negative #2 Sickness Star was located directly in the master bedroom, contributing to low energy and stress.
* The front door, the primary mouth of Qi, was located in a sector affected by the annual #7 Conflict Star, which was making worse the inherent #3 Quarrelsome Star in that palace, fueling arguments.

The "After" Picture: The Transformation Plan & Results
We created a straightforward, targeted plan that required no major renovations.
* Solution 1 (Activating Wealth): The family decluttered the storeroom and converted it into a small, functional home office for Mrs. Smith, who ran a small online business. They painted one wall a tasteful terracotta color (Fire element), added a bright floor lamp, and placed her vision board in this sector. This immediately activated the #9 star.
* Solution 2 (Protecting Health): To counter the #2 Sickness Star in the master bedroom, we had them place a decorative brass gourd (a traditional Metal cure) on the nightstand between their beds. This simple addition worked to drain the negative Earth energy of the #2 star.
* Solution 3 (Harmonizing the Entrance): At the front door, we recommended they place a dark blue, high-quality floor mat. The color blue represents the Water element, which serves to exhaust the negative energy of the clashing Metal and Wood stars, calming the conflict Qi at the entrance.

The Outcome
The results were not instant, but they were steady and significant. Within three months, Mrs. Smith's online business saw a surprising and welcome surge in orders. About six months after the changes, Mr. Smith was offered a lead role on a major new project at work, effectively breaking his career stagnation. Most importantly, the family reported that the tension in the home had disappeared, and communication had improved dramatically. By understanding their Period 6 home's chart and making small, strategic adjustments for Period 9, the Smiths were able to redirect the flow of Qi to support their goals.

Embracing Your Home

A house built in feng shui period 6 is not "bad" or "unlucky." It possesses a powerful history and a solid, structural energy. Its energy DNA simply requires a conscious update to harmonize with the vibrant, fast-moving Fire element of the current Period 9.

The solution is not to fear your home's age or rush into costly renovations. The key to unlocking its potential lies in a deeper understanding of its specific energy map—its Natal Chart—and making intelligent, element-based adjustments to align it with the present moment. Focus on activating the new wealth star, calming the untimely energies, and protecting the crucial areas of your home.

Your home's history is part of its unique story. By acknowledging its Period 6 roots and thoughtfully guiding it into Period 9, you empower it to become your greatest asset. You can transform it into a space that actively supports your health, fosters harmonious relationships, and opens the door to the prosperity of this new 20-year cycle.