For generations, the cul-de-sac has been the quintessential Australian dream – a quiet haven where kids play safely, neighbours become family, and life feels a little slower.
But a world-renowned Feng Shui master has just dropped a bombshell, claiming that living at the very end of these beloved streets could be a “dead end” for your health and happiness, trapping negative energy and sparking a fierce debate among homeowners.
Marie Diamond, 62, a renowned Feng Shui expert, ignited the controversy during an appearance on etiquette guru Sara Jane Ho’s podcast, “Hot Water.”
The discussion quickly turned to the ancient Chinese practice and its surprising take on modern residential layouts.
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Diamond’s stark warning? Homes nestled at the circular end of a cul-de-sac are a major no-go.
“In China, we just know you do not live in a cul-de-sac,” Sara Jane revealed.
“My mother actually got diagnosed with breast cancer there. That’s when we realised cul-de-sacs are really bad Feng Shui.”
Marie Diamond, a Feng Shui master and best-selling author, recently sparked debate after appearing on entrepreneur and etiquette expert Sara Jane Ho’s podcast Hot Water, where the pair discussed the ancient Chinese practice
Diamond elaborated, explaining that the unique design of a dead-end street causes ‘chi’ – or life force energy – to become “trapped.”
“When people go into the cul-de-sac and it’s at the end, it’s like a round circle, the energy gets trapped,” she stated.
“At the beginning of that street and in the middle of that street, you’re still fine, but the people that live literally at the end of the cul-de-sac, the dead end, they get trapped. The energy cannot leave anymore, it can’t move freely.”
The belief stems from traditional Feng Shui principles, which advocate for the smooth, unimpeded flow of energy.
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Sara Jane Ho claims her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer while living in a cul-de-sac.
Stagnant energy, it’s believed, can lead to negative impacts on wellbeing, while free-flowing chi is associated with harmony and prosperity.
For those already residing in these suburban sanctuaries, Diamond offered some potential remedies.
Her suggestions included relocating the front door to the side of the home if possible, or, failing that, placing a red carpet in front of the entrance and a convex pakua mirror above the door.
The mirror is thought to deflect negative energy, while the colour red symbolises protection and vitality.
However, the internet was quick to hit back, with hundreds of homeowners rushing to social media to defend their cherished cul-de-sacs.
“Everyone knows the cul-de-sac is by far the best lot placement in any neighbourhood,” one person declared, echoing a widespread sentiment.
Aussie, however, have clapped back saying cul-de-sacs fostered neighbourhood connections.
Another passionate homeowner wrote, “I LOVE my cul-de-sac, and my family has thrived here for over 20 years! Everything is attitude. My home is blessed, safe and healthy!” A third person jokingly added, “Not me thriving in my cul-de-sac.”
One woman, who grew up at the very “dead end” of a cul-de-sac, completely dismissed the theory.
“I definitely disagree with this. I grew up in a cul-de-sac and had an amazing childhood, my family didn’t have any health issues, the energy was great, and all the kids in the neighbourhood played there,” she penned.
Scepticism also surfaced regarding the logic behind the energy flow.
“So, energy only flows on roads? It can’t pass through the open spaces between houses?” one person questioned.
While Feng Shui remains deeply rooted in Chinese culture and has been practised for thousands of years, many of its principles are based on traditional beliefs rather than modern scientific evidence.
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