The Phosei Journal

Practical guides to BaZi, the Four Pillars, and the patterns that matter in everyday life.

Start with the foundations.

Begin with the chart structure, then add the Chinese zodiac, Day Master, and Five Elements with context.

What is BaZi?The Eight Characters The Four PillarsYear, Month, Day, and Hour Your Day MasterThe chart's main reference point The Five ElementsRelationships, cycles, and context

Featured perspective · July 21, 2026

Major Aspects in a Birth Chart: Conjunctions, Squares, Trines, and More

Aspects show how planets are geometrically connected in a natal chart. This guide explains the five major aspects, why orb matters, and how to interpret a pattern without reducing it to good or bad.

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Practical primers, careful comparisons, and reflective questions for bringing BaZi into everyday life.