The Pixiu is a mythical creature from Chinese culture also referred to as Pi Yao. The Pixiu is a lucky emblem for fortune, protection, and wealth. The Pixiu would not only be a distinctive addition to your home decor if you are drawn to Chinese decorative items, but it can also be used as a potent feng shui adjustment item. Pixiu bracelets and other jewellery are well-liked in addition to various figurines and decor items.
What Is a Pixiu?
You might come across imposing statues of the Pixiu standing guard if you visit modern China. The Pixiu is a hybrid creature whose appearance can vary slightly depending on the place or era where it was created. It is typically depicted as having a dragon head on a lion- or dog-like body. It occasionally has horns or wings. Additionally, it's frequently pictured sitting on its hind legs like a dog. It seems remarkably steady and perhaps even a little chubby.
How to Activate the Pixiu
To activate Pixiu, there are a few things you need to be aware of. To "feed" it and train it to seek wealth and abundance, it should first be placed in a metal bowl filled with gems and metals. Every year, ideally before Chinese New Year, this should be done.
On your left hand, bracelets should be worn with the head of the bracelet facing your little finger. Your middle finger should be adorned with jewellery. The Pixiu on a necklace should be facing up. In order to attract abundance, wear the jewellery as often as you can. Pet the Pixiu to deepen your connection, but avoid touching its mouth or eyes, and keep others away from it as well.
The Story about Pixiu
Chinese folklore from various eras explains the meaning of the Pixiu and the mythology surrounding it. The Pixiu, according to the majority of sources, was the ninth child born to the legendary Dragon King. According to legend, the Pixiu once went to see the Jade Emperor and urinated all over the palace floor. The Pixiu's bottom was consequently sealed by the Jade Emperor, preventing it from excreting and causing another accident.
According to Pixiu mythology, the creature consumes priceless gems, silver, and gold, but these materials never leave its body (remember the sealed bum?). Since the Pixiu consumes treasures but never releases them, it consequently became a symbol of abundance and wealth. What does a Pixiu do then? It is thought to have the ability to receive and store wealth for its owner.
History of Both Male and Female Pixiu Energies
Pixiu energy comes in both male and female varieties, which are typically distinguished in figurines by the quantity of antlers. One antler is present on the male Pixiu, and it is used for treasure hunting. The responsibility of guarding the wealth falls to the female Pixiu, who has two antlers. On jewellery and decorative items, you frequently only see one type, though some do have both male and female versions.
How to Use Pixiu for Feng Shui
Types of Pixiu
The most common materials for Pixiu statuettes are brass, jade, or other semiprecious stones because they associate a totem with wealth and prosperity. Brass is the colour of gold and can introduce the metal element. In feng shui, jade is a prized healing stone. Its colour corresponds to the wood element, which fosters growth and life energy.
Protection at Your Entry
In the past, the Chinese strategically placed Pixiu statues to serve as watchmen for temples and palaces. Smaller representations of Pixiu are still used today to protect and increase wealth in the home. To keep the residents of the house secure and financially stable, a pair of Pixiu can be positioned on either side of the front door.
Boost Your Wealth Corner
The Pixiu can be placed in your wealth area facing the entrance so that it can represent wealth and money for the family by symbolically snatching it up and guarding it. By standing at the front door and peering inside, you can locate the wealth area of your house. The home's extreme left corner corresponds to your prosperity and wealth.
Protecting Your Desk with Success
Your workspace and desk are said to represent your career in feng shui. The Pixiu's representation would be a helpful way to improve your career's feng shui in order to attract more prosperity and good fortune.
The Pixiu can be set up in the office or desk's wealth corner. The upper left corner of your desk is known as the wealth corner. You can find this location for your office by standing in the doorway and peering inside. Your wealth area is located in the room's extreme left corner. Make sure the Pixiu is facing the door so that it can collect any wealth and protect it for you.
Wear Pixiu Amulets to Enhance Your Qi
You can use feng shui outside of your home, on your person as well. As with jewellery, tiny Pixiu figurines can be worn as an amulet to invoke the Pixiu's luck and symbolism. On bracelets carved from semiprecious stones like tiger's eye, citrine, jade, and even gold, tiny Pixiu are very common and simple to find.
Maintain Your Pixiu
If you do decide to bring a Pixiu symbol into your home, be sure to treat it with kindness, just as you would a beloved pet. Keep it spotless, polished, and clean. You could even show it some love by giving it a quick pat on the head as you go by.
Who Should Not Wear Pixui?
Not everyone is a good fit for the Pixiu. Children, expectant women, sick people, very old people, and those with deficient chi are among those who cannot wear Pixiu (energy). Additionally, people born under the signs of the tiger, rabbit, or dog should not use the Pixiu.