**When Feng Shui Meets Personal History: A Hands-Off Approach**

So a few months ago, the sink in my laundry room overflowed—not from the washing machine, no. The water was coming straight up out of the drain itself! For a few days, that sink sat there, full of nasty, smelly, dirty water. When I called my landlord, he said, “Have you reached in to see what’s plugging up the drain?” and I was like, “Uh, fuck no? I’m not sticking my hand elbow-deep into that murky mess… god knows what’s lurking in there!”

Image: Close-up of a caiman's head in water, with its eye above the surface and sharp teeth visible. Its scaly skin is shiny, set against a murky brown background.

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Sounds dramatic, I know. But honestly, even at the aquarium where they had a touch pool full of “harmless” aquatic creatures, I was hesitant to stick my hand in. Logic played a part—when you’re blind, you really don’t know what you’re going to touch. But deeper than that, it’s personal trauma.

Image: Large white sea anemone in an aquarium touch tank setting. A child's hand is reaching out to touch the anemone, which has a tall, thick stalk and a crown of soft, frilly tentacles on top. The tentacles look feathery and delicate, spreading out like a plume. Other sea anemones and marine life are visible in the background, clinging to rocks and surfaces within the tank. The lighting in the tank gives a slightly purple and pink tint to the water and the creatures.

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You see, I wasn’t always like this about water. Growing up in Taiwan, almost every household had a fishtank for good Feng Shui. Even those who couldn’t afford one would at least have a goldfish bowl perched above the TV stand, a couple of small fish swimming inside.

Image: Colorful coral reef scene viewed through aquarium glass. The image shows an array of small, vibrant fish swimming among various shapes and colors of coral. The fish are orange, yellow, purple, blue, and red, creating a lively, diverse underwater environment. The background is filled with branching and plate-like coral structures in cream, tan, and lavender hues.

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As a curious, pesky blind child, I touched everything—especially fish tanks. I loved reaching in, playing with the fish. I was scolded constantly: “You’re hurting the fish,” “The oil on your skin will kill them,” and so on. But all I wanted was to explore.

Image: A child's hand reaching into a touch tank, gently touching a large, orange-and-white starfish (sea star). The starfish has a pattern of raised, bumpy surfaces, and thick, rounded arms. Next to it are other starfish, some in shades of pale purple and white, with similar textures but slightly different shapes and colorations. The bottom of the tank is lined with rocks and other marine items, and the water reflects light, causing some glare on the surface.

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Finally, one day at a family friend’s house, I reached into the tank—and a small watersnake coiled itself around my hand and wrist. That day changed everything. From then on, I never willingly reached into unknown water again.

Image: A black and yellow snake with glossy scales rests on a tree branch, surrounded by lush green leaves and vines in a natural setting.

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That story is my little, hands-off introduction to Feng Shui. Because just like touching unknown water, setting up a space without understanding the energy can lead to chaos rather than harmony.

Image: A large butterfly with intricately patterned wings, featuring eye-like spots that resemble owl eyes. The wings display a mix of brown, black, and cream colors.

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In my latest video, I dive into **the history and basics of Feng Shui**, showing how it’s more than just pretty plants and aquariums—it’s a practice that balances energy, shapes your environment, and can even influence your mood and success.

Image: A blue tang fish swims near a sea anemone, surrounded by clownfish. The scene is vibrant, with blue, orange, and yellow hues, creating a lively underwater atmosphere.

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🌟 **Watch the video here**: 

Whether you’re a Feng Shui newbie or just curious about its principles, this video gives you a foundation to start harmonizing your space—without ever having to touch a watersnake.

Image: A spiny lobster with long antennae on a flat surface, being approached by a person's hand, likely for examination.

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