Reminder: Do not Sit with your Back towards the 3 Killings

Updated Jan 15th 2026

In 2026, do NOT sit with your back toward the Three Killings.

Before you panic — don’t.
This isn’t about fear; it’s about awareness and mindful living.

Every year, the Feng Shui energies shift with the arrival of the new Solar Year at Li Chun (Beginning of Spring), around February 4th. With these shifts come annual afflictions, and one of the most influential among them is the Three Killings, also known as San Sha (三煞).

What Are the Three Killings?

Despite the ominous name, the Three Killings are not about doom — they are about energetic pressure.

The Three Killings are made up of three types of Sha Qi, each representing a different kind of challenge:

Robbery Sha (劫煞 – Jie Sha)
Associated with financial loss, theft, scams, or being taken advantage of.
Disaster Sha (灾煞 – Zai Sha)
Linked to health issues, accidents, and physical stress.
Setbacks Sha (岁煞 – Sui Sha)
Causes repeated obstacles, delays, frustrations, and things simply not flowing.

When activated unnecessarily, these energies can manifest as fatigue, gossip, money leaks, health issues, or constant setbacks.

Where Is the Three Killings in 2026?

For 2026, the annual afflictions align as follows:

Tai Sui (Grand Duke): South (172.5° – 187.5°)
Three Killings (San Sha): North (322.5° – 37.5°)
Annual Five Yellow: South Palace
Sui Po: North (352.5° – 7.5°)

Important:
The Three Killings occupy a large sector — a full 90° span, making it far more influential than Tai Sui, which only occupies 15°.

What Does This Mean for You in 2026?

DO NOT:

Sit or work with your back facing North for long periods
Place your desk, chair, or sofa so your back directly faces the North sector
Carry out renovations, drilling, hammering, or noisy construction in the North

DO:

Sit facing North, if possible (meeting the energy head-on)
Sit with your back supported by Tai Sui (South) for stability and backing
Keep the North sector quiet, calm, and undisturbed

If you must sit with your back to the North for extended periods, you may notice:

Mental fatigue
Lack of focus
Increased gossip or misunderstandings
Feeling unsupported or drained

Short periods — like sitting down for dinner — are absolutely fine. Feng Shui is about patterns, not perfection.

Renovations & the Three Killings

The Three Killings, Tai Sui, Sui Po, and the Annual Five Yellow are all easily activated by noise and vibration.

Avoid:

Renovations
Loud drilling
Heavy construction
Groundbreaking work

Especially in the North sector during 2026.

Recommended Feng Shui Remedies for 2026

If avoidance isn’t possible, use proper cures:

Three Celestial Divine Guardians (a classical and powerful remedy)
Salt Water Cure (placed correctly and refreshed annually)
Keep the afflicted sector quiet and uncluttered

Personally, I always use the Salt Water Cure and make sure the area remains calm and undisturbed.

Why the Three Killings Move Every Year

The Three Killings are determined by the Earthly Branches (Chinese Zodiac) and their Trinity Groups.

There are four trinity groups, each aligned with a cardinal direction:

North: Tiger, Horse, Dog
South: Rat, Dragon, Monkey
East: Ox, Snake, Rooster
West: Rabbit, Goat, Pig

The Three Killings always sit in the direction opposite the year’s trinity element.

Quick Reference Guide

North: Tiger, Horse, Dog years
South: Rat, Dragon, Monkey years
East: Ox, Snake, Rooster years
West: Rabbit, Goat, Pig years

One Final (Important) Clarification

It is the Tai Sui (Grand Duke) you want at your back — not the Three Killings.
Facing Tai Sui directly is considered confrontational, while having it behind you provides support and protection.