Author Archives: Taras Lytvyn

About Taras Lytvyn

Supervisor of Blue Mountain Institute

Master Hsu

Remembering Shan-Tung Hsu: A Life Aligned with Heaven and Earth

Across continents and generations, students of Dr. Shan-Tung Hsu continue to feel the quiet, transformative power of his teachings. A master of Feng Shui, Tai Chi, and Qigong, Dr. Hsu did more than transmit ancient knowledge — he helped his students align their lives with the natural rhythms of the world. From architecture to health, relationships to inner clarity, his guidance echoes through their everyday decisions, offering balance in turbulent times.

Today, we share the reflections of one such student, Sifu Johann Sasynuik — martial artist, teacher, and longtime friend—whose life and work bear the indelible mark of Master Hsu’s legacy.

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Year of the Snake 2025: Perseverance in a Time of Change

As the tumultuous Year of the Dragon winds down, the world prepares for the dawn of the Year of the Snake, which officially begins with the new moon on January 29, 2025, at 1:36 PM Swiss time.

According to the Eastern lunar calendar, 2025 marks the Year of the Wood Snake, associated with green, blue, or cyan colors in accordance with the Wu Xing principle—the ancient concept of the Five Elements.

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Old China Feng Shui

Ancient Knowledge, Books, and Modern Feng Shui

The world we inhabit today bears little resemblance to the one of a century ago. Modern lifestyles, advanced construction technologies, and new building materials have reshaped our environment. Grain mills, wells, courtyards, and outhouses – once central to everyday life – are now relics of the past, replaced by skyscrapers, highways, and shrinking green spaces. Yet, despite these transformations, the natural forces that shape our lives remain constant. We still live on the same planet, under the same sun and moon, influenced by the same enduring rhythms of nature.

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Taras Lytvyn

Feng Shui for Business and Office Design. Course-3

Feng Shui for Business and Office Design

Course #3 of Feng Shui Certification Level 1

Tuesdays & Thursdays, Starting October 15, 2024 | 6:00 PM (Swiss Time)

Register Now: fengshuibluemountain@gmail.com

Unlock the art of designing harmonious and effective office spaces with Course #3: Feng Shui for Business and Office Design. This advanced course, part of the Feng Shui Certification Level 1 program, will guide you through the principles of Feng Shui to elevate your business environment. Learn how to craft an ideal workspace, refine your brand identity, design impactful logos, business cards, and websites, and ultimately improve your business using the wisdom of Feng Shui.

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The Art of ‘Eating Bitterness’: A Chinese Philosophy of Resilience

In China, when describing someone’s character, there is often an emphasis on the ability to endure hardship and adversity with resilience. This trait is captured by the phrase ?? (ch?k?), which translates literally to “eat bitterness.”

The Chinese character ? (k?) carries a multitude of meanings: bitter, sorrowful, cruel, torment, grief, and persistent effort, among others. These meanings reflect a cultural appreciation for perseverance in the face of hardship.

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