Suki Sohn

There is a common misconception that BaZi (the Four Pillars of Destiny) is a form of fortune telling. Something mystical. Something to either believe in blindly or dismiss entirely. It is neither. BaZi is, at its foundation, a sophisticated statistical framework. Over thousands of years, Chinese metaphysicians observed, recorded, and catalogued the relationships between the Five Elements; Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water, as they cycle through time. They tracked what happened when certain...

Agarwood, also known as oud , has been an essential part of my healing and spiritual practice for years. This sacred wood carries an energy unlike anything else—its fragrance can transport the soul, purify spaces, and deepen meditative states. In traditional medicine and shamanic work, agarwood is revered for its ability to open spiritual gateways, calm the mind, and even aid in deep healing. But as I’ve delved deeper into its origins, I’ve come to see the darker side of agarwood farming— one...

This is the Year of the Fire Horse—Fire meeting Fire. Momentum rises. Life force seeks expression. The Horse carries movement, visibility, and decisive action. From Shedding to Momentum Something has already ended.  Most of us are already feeling the pre-dawn light of the coming Fire Horse. However, before we speak of momentum, we must name the skin on the ground behind us.  The past year, carried by the Yin Wood Snake has been a year of descent. Of molting. Of quiet, sometimes disorienting...