How Residential Feng Shui and a Sloped Driveway Affected a NZ's top cop's Career

👉 Why did a rising star in New Zealand’s police suddenly fade from the spotlight?

Jevon McSkimming resigned from his role as Police Deputy Commissioner, after "serious allegations" emerged during an investigation into his conduct.John Harford / Stuff

At the end of 2024, many New Zealanders were shocked to hear that Jevon McSkimming, once a highly respected Deputy Police Commissioner, had resigned after serious accusations. He had been seen as a role model and the future face of the NZ Police. So what went wrong?

While public opinion and personal choices play a role, this article explores something deeper—something many people overlook: how the energy of your home can quietly shape your mindset, and in turn, your destiny.

⚠️ Note: This is a Feng Shui case study based only on public video footage. It does not judge anyone personally. We simply reflect on how our home’s layout might affect how we think and feel.

🏡 What Is “Home Feng Shui” and Why Does It Matter?

In traditional Chinese thought, Feng Shui is the study of how your environment affects your mind and life. Think of it as the “psychology of space.”

Let’s take a closer look at Jevon McSkimming’s home and what Feng Shui clues it offers.

1. A Sinking Front Yard – Losing Focus and Energy

In Feng Shui, the open space in front of your house is called the Ming Tang. It represents your career and how you face the world. Ideally, it should be flat and wide, helping energy gather and support you.

Vehchles make their ways down Jevon's sloped driveway, flanked by well-kept lawns and a charming garden gate.

But Jevon’s home sits on a slope—his front yard goes downhill and the driveway rushes down the left side, which in Feng Shui is called the Green Dragon side. This creates a pattern called “leaking dragon qi” (青龙泄气).

🌀 What this may lead to:

• Feeling unsettled or unfocused

• Struggles in holding onto success, even when opportunities come

• Making quick decisions under pressure

📌 Real-world reflection:

• In 2023, negative complaints submitted but was temporarily covered up

• In 2024, he lost the race for Police Commissioner

• Later, he faced suspension and public investigation

💡 Takeaway: When the environment constantly pushes your energy away, it can subtly affect your confidence and decision-making.

2. The White Tiger Rises – Trouble from Outside Influences

The White Tiger side refers to the right side of your home. It represents women in the household, relationships, and your reputation.

Surrounded by greenery and a high hill wrapping back to th house, illustrating a "white tiger" feng shui pattern that may disrupt positive energy flow.

At McSkimming’s home, the right side is high and full of tall trees. In Feng Shui, this is called “White Tiger rising” (白虎抬头)—a warning sign.

🌬 What this may cause:

• Emotional tension within the home

• Gossip, misunderstandings, or being judged unfairly

• Difficulty feeling secure or grounded

📌 Real-world reflection:

• In 2024, stress signs increased as his career faced major blocks

• By 2025, things had spiraled, possibly reflecting inner imbalance

💡 Takeaway: A “rising tiger” can create invisible pressure and emotional storms. Your outer world may start affecting your inner peace.

3. When Time and Space Collide – The Power of the Five Elements

Jevon’s career peak happened between 2019 and 2022. But things started to fall apart from 2023.

In Chinese metaphysics, each year has its own “energy” (called the Five Elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water). These elements interact with your home’s layout and your personal fate.

• 2019–2023: Water and Wood were strong—supportive for his destiny

• 2024: Earth energy overpowered Water—career was blocked

• 2025: Fire gets too strong—leading to possible burnout or rash choices

💡 Feng Shui is not magic. It’s the echo between your home and your heart. When your home and your inner world fall out of balance, life starts to wobble.

🌄 Living on a Slope? Tips for Smoother Feng Shui

Many Kiwi homes are on hills—especially modern, high-end homes. That’s not a problem unless the layout causes energy to rush away or create emotional pressure.

Photo from Arcline Architecture, showing how to build on slopes in Auckland in architects and builders views

Here’s how to fix common slope issues in Feng Shui:

Problem	Feng Shui Risk	Simple Fix
Downhill front yard	Energy flows away; wealth and focus lost	Add retaining walls or plant low bushes; use lights or water features to symbolically “gather qi”
Straight downhill driveway on the left	Career luck for men may weaken	Make the driveway curve gently or plant a tall tree (like kauri) for “support”
Overgrown or high right side	Conflict, gossip, emotional pressure	Trim the trees; place white stones or metal items on that side to calm it

🎓 Learn These Feng Shui Terms (English–Chinese)

Term (English)	中文术语	What It Means
Ming Tang	明堂	The open space in front of a home; supports career & energy
Green Dragon Side	青龙位	Left side of the house; symbolizes male energy and success
White Tiger Side	白虎位	Right side of the house; relates to women, reputation, emotions
Five Elements	五行	Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water; cycles that affect life
Qi Gathering	聚气	The idea of collecting and holding good energy in one place

💬 Final Thoughts: Your Home Reflects Your Heart

Jevon McSkimming’s story is not for gossip—but a reminder.

Even strong, smart people can struggle if their environment constantly wears them down. A good home layout supports your peace of mind. And a peaceful mind leads to better choices.

Feng Shui is not superstition. It’s about how space affects mindset, and how mindset shapes our future. It’s a blend of environmental psychology, lifestyle wisdom, and self-awareness.

🔍 Feeling stuck, anxious, or off balance?

Start by looking around your home. Sometimes, the change you need begins with the space you live in.

🧭 Need help?Master You Feng Shui | 由心风水 is here to help you reshape your space for clarity, comfort, and better life energy.

📆 Stay tuned:Next topic – “The Feng Shui of Beachfront Mansions in New Zealand: Blessing or Burden?”

📣 Question for You:

Do you live in a hillside home?Have you ever noticed changes in your mood or luck after moving or renovating?Comment below or message me—I’d love to hear your story!

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