Do not label a palace simply “good” or “bad.” Read what kind of movement it describes, what evidence supports that interpretation, and what action is sensible now.
Da An · 大安
Da An emphasizes steadiness, continuity, and a preference for calm progress. In a practical question it may favor maintaining a stable course, protecting what already works, or allowing enough time for the situation to settle.
Liu Lian · 留连
Liu Lian points toward delay, repetition, lingering obligations, or a process that has not resolved. Its practical lesson is often to identify the bottleneck, follow up, and avoid mistaking slow movement for a final answer.
Su Xi · 速喜
Su Xi is associated with quick movement, welcome news, or a favorable opening. Speed still needs direction: confirm the opportunity, respond promptly, and avoid assuming early momentum guarantees the final outcome.
Chi Kou · 赤口
Chi Kou highlights friction, argument, mixed messages, or reputational sensitivity. It often calls for precise language, written confirmation, and a pause before escalating a disagreement.
Xiao Ji · 小吉
Xiao Ji suggests modest help, incremental progress, or a useful but limited advantage. It favors realistic gains, cooperation, and building on a small opening instead of demanding an immediate breakthrough.
Kong Wang · 空亡
Kong Wang points to absence, uncertainty, missing evidence, or an expectation that lacks support. Its practical use is to verify assumptions, wait for better information, and avoid forcing a conclusion from an empty signal.
How to study them
Learn the six positions as a connected cycle rather than six isolated definitions. Compare pace, communication, support, and certainty across them, then practise with low-stakes questions where the outcome can be checked.