What Facial Moles Are Said to Signal a Change in Fortune?
Previous articles have examined how a person’s fate can improve—or even transform—most visibly in three aspects of physiognomy: flesh, lines, and moles. Bone structure changes little after adulthood, whereas complexion can shift markedly with one’s fortune. A true change in fate is not just a lucky streak or a brief turn for the better; it is a fundamental reversal from decline or misfortune to a complete turnaround.
Many people, including those who study fate, believe destiny is entirely predetermined and cannot be altered. Yet in my research, I have found numerous cases throughout history of people who broke free from the so‑called constraints of fate and completely changed their destinies. From what I have seen, these transformations do not come from magic or extraordinary abilities, but arise in only three situations.
The first is steadfast self‑cultivation—at least ten years of disciplined practice without slackening. History has produced many such individuals, and they are not ruled by fate. The second is timing; as the saying goes, “rough winds make heroes.” In chaotic times, many destinies shift, and large‑scale natural disasters can also reshape human fortunes. An individual’s fate is small compared to that of Heaven and the world. The third is a brush with death. Many people experience brief, life‑threatening accidents that awaken inner potential; some gain profound insights that alter their fate.
Among these three ways to change one’s fate, those who do so through diligent self‑cultivation often show changes in their facial features and body shape. Changes driven by timing are often hard to perceive directly and instead tend to manifest as new moles.
New moles can appear at any age. However, if new moles show up in either of the following two areas after age thirty, they indicate an improvement or shift in fortune.
The first area is along the line from the “Yintang” (the space between the eyebrows) to the “Ren Zhong” (the groove above the upper lip). If red or black moles appear on this line, it points to a significant turning point in wealth. Gray moles suggest sudden decline or misfortune—especially those around the “Ren Zhong,” which is pivotal for changing one’s fate.
The second area runs from below the lips to the chin. If new red or black moles develop here, it signifies an upswing in fate, bringing greater prosperity and better health. Conversely, gray moles indicate excessive toil, illness, or accidents.
Fate is mysterious and never stagnant. If it were completely unchangeable, how could one seek good fortune and avoid misfortune? If everything changed at will, life would lose its meaning. Our study aims to help us understand ourselves and our destinies; with understanding comes clarity, and with clarity, fewer mistakes.