Feng Shui and the Yin Yang Theory
The theory, and the symbol, of Yin Yang is representative of
duality; Yin and Yang are two separate parts that make up a whole, a
joined pair that cannot exist without one another. To ensure that
there is continual balance, both parts need to be together – joined
yet independent.
To ensure that there is a solid balance in our lives, Yin and Yang are
guided by the principle of the unity of opposites; they are in
constant conflict but are also mutually dependent.
We can see examples of Yin Yang in almost all aspect of our lives:
-Light and darkness
-Feminine and masculine
-Ice and fire
-Cold and hot
-Hate and love
-Life and death
Without its matched pair there can be no balance.
The Yin Yang symbol is perhaps one of the oldest and most familiar in
the world; it is represented by a circle with the two joined parts
having an appearance of continuous movements; never static but
instead, constant and continual change to ensure there is balance
amongst all things. The lighter side of the symbol is representative
of Yang: light, peace, joy and upward motion; while the darker side of
the symbol is representative of Yin: dark, cold, weak, and downward
motion.
Just as death cannot exist without life, light cannot exist without darkness; the Yin Yang theory, and the symbol, are demonstrative of this.
Live lifein harmony!
