The 2026 Horse Year begins at Li Chun on 4 February 2026 at 4:20 AM and ends on 4 February 2027 at 10:09 AM
In Feng Shui, annual energy shifts influence different areas of the home, particularly in relation to health and well-being. Each year, certain Flying Stars are associated with illness-related disturbances and should be addressed early to reduce their negative impact.
The first priority in Feng Shui is to identify and neutralise the “major illness position” and “minor illness position.” In 2026, the Five Yellow and Two Black illness stars require special attention, as they affect key directions within the home and may influence specific health areas if left untreated. By understanding where these stars are located and applying appropriate Feng Shui remedies, potential health disruptions can be minimised before they arise.
This guide explains the locations of the Five Yellow and Two Black in 2026, the types of health concerns they represent, and practical ways to neutralise their effects in common household areas such as entrances, kitchens, and bedrooms.
Locations of the Five Yellow #5 and Two Black #2 in 2026 Feng Shui
- The major illness star (Five Yellow #5) is located in the South.
- The minor illness star (Two Black #2) is in the Northwest.
Understanding “Major” and “Minor” Illness Flying Stars
“Major” and “minor” illness do not refer to how serious a disease is, but rather to which parts of the body are affected.
- The major illness position is particularly unfavourable to the lungs, throat, trachea, and respiratory system, and tends to affect men more.
- The minor illness position mainly affects the abdomen and digestive system, and tends to affect women more.
Remedies for the 2026 Illness Stars
That said, there’s no need to over-differentiate — both positions should be neutralised.
If an illness position happens to be at the main door or in the kitchen, it may affect the whole household.
Main Door or the Entrance
At the entrance, place a grey doormat, and under it place Six Coins featuring a portrait design. Four arranged in a horizontal row, with one coin on each side; all coin portraits should face upward.
Kitchen
If the position is in the kitchen (which has strong fire energy), in addition to the above items, place a music box beside the door, or place either a music box or a brown manila card near the stove. Please make sure this is a mechanical music box, not an electric one.
Bedroom
If the illness position is in a bedroom, only the person using that room will be affected. In this case:
- Attach Six Coins featuring a portrait design (arranged as described above) under the mattress or on the bed board,
- Cover them with grey card paper or a towel,
- Place a music box beside the head of the bed.
Less Important Area
If the illness position falls in a less important area, such as a toilet or storage room, simply placing a music box there is sufficient.