Magic Square
Three columns with three rows whereby the placement of the nine stars totals 15 in every direction.
Market
To network with others for increased exposure. To promote one's business or product.
Master
A title or designation of experience. This term is meant to imply someone that has 20 years of experience (Eastern practice), or has met specific criteria of a school, another master, or
instructor (Western practice). Ask the person using the title what it represents. Criteria varies from school to school. The International Feng Shui Guild is working toward a set of standards to provide consistency in
this realm.
MBA
Master of Business Administration
MBTI
Myers Briggs Type Indicator is an instrument developed by the mother and daughter team of Myers and Briggs. It is a
personality-assessment tool whose foundation is based on Carl Jung's work. To use this designation, one must have formal education and pass the exam.
Metal
Also see Chien or Tui. One of five elements
used as a remedy or corrective. It represents West and NW on the compass and bagua. Colors symbolized by white, silver, gold, copper, and metal colors. This element implies leadership.
Ming
Ming4,
life; fate, destiny, the ordinances of Heaven, order, command, or assign. A name or title. One of the five areas of influence.
Ming Gua
Life gua--station or experience.
Mouth of chi Feng Shui
Used by BTB School, Contemporary Western School and several others. It orients the bagua with the North sector at the door and is grounded in form-school principles. It focuses on creating a nourishing flow
of chi through the structure, and correcting intangible factors such as "predecessor chi." It puts strong emphasis on the client's intentions for change and growth.
Moving Metal
A clock
with a moving, metal pendulum or moving arms; metal sculpture with perpetually moving parts; hanging pots and pans; metal bells that ring when a door is opened; etc. A metal fan is acceptable only if blades don't cut
toward people entering, sitting, or resting.
MTF
Mountain-time-facing order of stars.
Nien Yen
Known as the rich descendant's area. When in balance, it improves family
relationships, prevents arguments and solves problems. It is also good for quality of home life.
North
A direction on the compass. Also see Kan and water.
Northeast
A direction on the compass. Also see Ken and earth.
Northwest
A direction on the compass. Also see Chien and metal.
Numerology
The study of numbers and the manner in which they
reflect certain aptitudes and character tendencies.
