Calculating the BaZi

In this fully illustrated book, Dr. Karin Taylor Wu instructs you in the art of calculating an individualized Chinese Four Pillar astrology chart. For the first time to the western audience, learn BaZi calculation without needing a Chinese calendar. Dr. Taylor Wu explains the relationship between your individual BaZi chart and your personality, emotions, health, relationships, aptitudes, and life chances. She demonstrates how to bring the GanZhi principles to life. The book provides an essential tool for optimizing personal life choices and for developing healing, consulting, and leadership skills in order to help others.

Dedication. Acknowledgements. Foreword by Master Zhongxian Wu. Author Notes. 1. Introduction. 2. Calculate the Four Pillars (SuZhu)/Eight Characters (BaZi). 3. TaiYuan (Origin of Conception). 4. MingGong (Palace of Karma). 5. ShenSha (Spirits and Ghosts). 6. Introduction to BaZi Analysis. 7. Case Studies - Putting it All Together. Afterword. Answers to Practice Problems. Appendix.