Episode 185: 5 Ways to Use a Feng Shui Crystal Ball

Episode 284: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: July 2024: In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of July 2024! First, we discuss what’s going on in nature and what you can expect energetically this month, and then Laura shares a tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces Podcast listener community. We also share how you can make the most of this month’s energy in your home through feng shui. We cover: -Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle -The solar terms from the Chinese calendar⁠ -What’s in store energetically for July 2024⁠ -The Chinese zodiac animal connected to July and what that means for you⁠ -Laura gives listeners a Tarot reading -Plus our feng shui suggestions to make the most of this month’s energy⁠  Mentioned in this episode: -Our free Bagua E-kit Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School! -Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and off by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 283: Mindful Cleaning: Everyday Magic Rituals: Following up on our spring cleaning episode from last April, for episode 283 we are taking a deeper look at creating magic rituals when cleaning and space clearing. Cleaning your home can be a mindful and magical practice using a feng shui ritual imbued with energy and awareness. Sweeping floors and cleaning the stove may seem like mundane chores but with a mindful approach, any act of cleaning can be supercharged with intention. We cover: -The ancient and cross-cultural symbolism of floor sweeping -Creating your own cleaning solutions with non-toxic ingredients such as essential oils and purified water -Burning incense as a traditional way of manifesting our prayers or intentions to send them up to the heavens -How a new broom is a symbol of fresh and auspicious start in a new home Plus more… Mentioned in this episode: -Episode 273 Space Clearing: Everyday Feng Shui Magic Rituals -A recent blogpost on space clearing Thanks so much by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 282: Summer Solstice and the Fire Element: In the Northern Hemisphere, June 20th marks the Summer Solstice, the official start of astronomical summer. Earth's pole is tilted toward the sun at its most extreme angle and the longest day or period of sunlight all year. These times are fun to honor and observe because they connect us to a time hundreds (even thousands) of years ago when our ancestors stared at the sky. For episode 282 we are discussing the solstice and how we can embrace the qi of both the Fire and Water elements. We cover: -June 20th, the Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere -The qi of both the Fire and Water elements -How can you embrace both of these elements in your own home and life to celebrate the solstice -Ways to mark and honor the solstice Plus more… Mentioned in this episode: -Episode 279: Feng Shui Qi Forecast, June 2024 Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School! -Sign up for our by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 281: Crystals: Everyday Magic Rituals: For episode 281 we are talking about crystals and how they relate to the different areas of the feng shui bagua. We told you it wouldn’t be another year! We discuss what you should consider when procuring new crystals, how to let the right crystals find you, and how to clear crystals. Laura recommends a different crystal for each of the guas and Anjie explains how to set up a crystal grid in your home or office. We cover: -How crystals can support balanced qi and harmony -How to recognize which crystals are right for you -Recommendations of crystals for each of the guas -How to make a crystal grid at your desk to hold in resources and protection Plus more… Mentioned in this episode: -Feng shui crystal balls -Episode 280: Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals -Episode 228: Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals and Why -Our free Bagua E-kit Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School! -Si by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 280: Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals: As a followup to our 2023 episode, Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals and Why, we are once again taking a look at some of our favorite crystals for feng shui. Divided into three categories — Favorite crystals for abundance, confidence and personal power, and favorite crystals for grounding — Anjie and Laura each share some of their personal favorites and how they can be used to welcome more supportive qi. We love and regularly use crystals in our personal and professional lives and promise not to wait another year before we talk about them again! We cover: -Why pyrite is a great amplifying stone to aid in setting intentions -How labradorite can help you to find your true potential -Why yellow stones like amber, citrine and topaz align with your solar plexus -How hematite creates energetic stability Plus more… Mentioned in this episode: -Episode 228: Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals and Why -Our free Bagua E-kit If you want to dive deeper, be su by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 279: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: June 2024: In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of June 2024! First, we go over what’s going on in nature and what you can expect energetically this month, and then Anjie shares an I Ching reading for the Holistic Spaces Podcast listener community. We also share how you can make the most of this month’s energy in your home through feng shui. We cover: -Key dates to look out for this month in the moon cycle and the Chinese solar term -What to expect energetically this June as we move into the hotter months -Finding balance among opposites -How creating harmony in our lives can lead to innovation And much more If you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list so that you can take our upcoming free workshops and giveaways! Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School! -Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special work by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 278: Five Elements: Everyday Feng Shui Magic Rituals: If you’ve listened to this podcast for any length of time, you have no doubt heard us discuss the five elements. A corner stone of virtually all spiritual modalities and schools of eastern thought, the five elements — earth, metal, water, wood, and fire — help us to make sense of our inner and outer environments, providing us with insights and tools to shift the energies within our own space and lives. Today we are sharing a five element adjustment for harmony that can easily be done in your home or office. We cover: -An introduction to the five elements -The energetic qualities of each of the five elements -How these qualities can be brought in to our homes and personal spaces -A five element adjustment for harmony And much more Mentioned in this episode: -Laura’s book, “Creating Change: 27 Feng Shui Design Projects to Boost the Energy in Your Home” If you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list so by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 277: Our Favorite Feng Shui Colors: In addition to having an effect on our emotions, color also affects our energy, or qi. Feng shui practitioners use color as a tool to: adjust the flow of qi, balance the occupant’s energy, and even for protection. Feng shui color theory is multi-faceted, one color system is based on the five elements and inspired by the natural world. For episode 277 we are discussing some of our favorite colors, what they represent and how we incorporate them into feng shui practices.We cover:-The importance and impact of color in feng shui and in everyday life-A list of colors, their stories, and how they affect us energetically-Celestial blue and it’s connection to the divine-The deep red of Vermillion as feng shui’s most auspicious color-The off white color cream and it’s ability to balance and complement other colors-Yellow ochre and how it calls in the earth element-The dark brown of umber that reminds us of fertile soil-Violet as it relates to the weal by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 276: Favorite Summer Flowers for Feng Shui: Nothing lets us know that summer is in full bloom like the abundance of colorful and fragrant flowers that are blossoming all around us. Flowers represent joy and beauty and can be very useful in many different adjustments. Many flowers have symbolism this adds deeper meaning to your feng shui adjustment. Today We talk about some of our favorite summer flowers and how they can be used to lift the qi of your home and heart.We cover:-The qualities of summer flowers vs spring or autumn-Where to procure flowers and why it matters-Natural fresh flowers vs artificial flowers-Peony representing prosperity, luck, honor, and gracefulness-The rose as a symbol of love, beauty, and romance-Lilies and their connection to maternal, feminine energy-How lavender inspires tranquility and ease.-The power, strength, and loyalty of the sunflower And much moreIf you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list so that you can take our by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 275: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: May 2024: In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of May 2024! First, we discuss what’s going on in nature and what you can expect energetically this month, and then Laura shares a tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces Podcast listener community. We also share our feng shui suggestions to make the most of this month’s energy. We cover:-Key dates to look out for this month: May 6th, the beginning of Summer-What to expect this month based on your Chinese zodiac animal -Our feng shui suggestions to make the most of this month’s energy-How to navigate the energy of May-The energetic theme of this month-A feng shui tip to make the most of this timeAnd much moreIf you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list so that you can take our upcoming free workshops and giveaways!Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our new by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 274: Oracle cards: Everyday Magic Ritual: Both ancient and contemporary, cartomancy as a divination practice is a deep and meaningful way to access inner knowledge and connect to the qi of a situation or person. Through the use of use symbols, images, and patterns, oracle decks can help us to shift our perspective, hone our intuition, and challenge us to look at hidden parts of ourselves. Laura has studied and practiced tarot and for several years and for this week's episode, she offers a primer on oracle decks, including how to find the right deck (or decks!) to best suit you.We cover:-The origins of cartomancy in 15th century Italy-The differences between Tarot and oracle decks-Ways to interpret the symbols and meanings of the different cards-How Feng shui compliments oracle cards and Tarot-Gleaning inspiration and meaning from a card readingAnd much more.If you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list so that you can take our upcoming by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 273: Space Clearing: Everyday Feng Shui Magic Rituals: When it comes to shifting the flow of qi within your home, space clearing is one of the most useful and accessible adjustments that we can recommend. All spaces have energy that affects the inhabitants and space clearing can help to even out the energy and harmonize your home. For episode 273 we are taking a look at how you can create your own rituals within your home to shift the flow of qi with space clearing.We cover:-How you can create your own everyday magic by bringing ritual to the mundane-Looking to your own cultural practices to create magic in your life-How oranges and their scent can invoke the yang qi of the sun, which will lift and brighten even the darkest of corners-Calling in intention with sound via bells and singing bowls-Using incense and crystals in space clearingAnd much more.If you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list so that you can take our upcoming free workshops and giv by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 272: Ancient Greek Decluttering and Space Clearing Rituals with George Lizos: It is nothing short of an honor and delight to welcome onto the podcast the great George Lizos! George is a best-selling author, host of the The Lit Up Lightworker Podcast, creator of Intuition Mastery School®, and a practicing priest of Hellenic Polytheism at the world’s first modern temple of Zeus in Cyprus. He is also extremely charming and an absolute joy to speak with! For today's conversation, George walks us through his just released book, Secrets of Greek Mysticism, tells us about his upbringing, how he found his way from feng shui to his current spiritual practice as a light worker, mythology vs. theology, what we can learn from the Greek gods and so much more. George is a wellspring of wisdom and joy and we're so excited to share this conversation with you! We cover:-How George went from an interest in feng shui to his path as a light worker-Ancient Greek decluttering rit by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 271: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: April 2024: In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of April 2024! First, we discuss what’s going on in nature and what you can expect energetically this month, and then Anjie shares an I Ching reading for the Holistic Spaces Podcast listener community. We also share our feng shui suggestions to make the most of this month’s energy. -The first solar term for April 4th is clear and bright (also called Tomb Sweeping Day) and is the perfect time for getting outside and experiencing the joys of spring-April 19th is the second solar term, Rain Shower (GrainRain), when we welcome the rain that helps the crops to grow stronger and established ensuring a good harvest later-The Chinese Zodiac animal for April 2024 is the Dragon, which could be ideal for those born in the tears of Rat, Monkey, and Rooster-The increased sun and rain that influences the qi of April-Anjie shares an I Ching readingAnd much more.If you want to dive by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 270: Create a Mindful Kitchen with Feng Shui: In celebration of our forthcoming book, “Mindful Living: A guide to the everyday magic of feng shui” (August 13, 2024 CICO Books) we are initiating a new miniseries entitled “Creating a Mindful Home with Feng Shui” in which we will be exploring the symbolic meaning of each room. For the third installment we are taking a look at the kitchen. What does your kitchen symbolize for you? One of the most used areas of the home, the kitchen is considered a symbol of your health, resources, and nourishment. In this space, fire and water alchemize and transform into medicine for our body and spirit. A well maintained kitchen is foundational to cultivating more mindfulness in your home.We cover:-What our kitchens mean to us-The stove as the main character in your kitchen and how it influences your finances and overall well-being-The importance of keeping your stove clean and tidy at all times-What is your relationship to food? -Ways to maintai by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 269: Create a Mindful Workspace with Feng Shui: In celebration of our forthcoming book, “Mindful Living: A guide to the everyday magic of feng shui” (August 13, 2024 CICO Books) we are initiating a new miniseries entitled “Creating a Mindful Home with Feng Shui” in which we will be exploring the symbolic meaning of each room. For our second installment we are taking a look at our work spaces and offices. How can a more mindful approach to our professional and creative spaces better help us to realize the best of our potential? Whether you work at a formal desk, an open art studio or even at your dining table, a more mindful approach to your surroundings can nurture a sense of focus and clarity in your practice and see all the opportunities coming your way.We cover:-The importance of setting up your desk or work surface in the command position-How a high-back chair can provide more support for all the ways you show up in the world.-Why limiting the amount of screen time and digi by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 268: Create a Mindful Bedroom with Feng Shui: In celebration of our forthcoming book, “Mindful Living: A guide to the everyday magic of feng shui” (August 13, 2024 CICO Books) we are initiating a new miniseries entitled “Creating a Mindful Home with Feng Shui” in which we will be exploring the symbolic meaning of each room. For the first installment we are taking a look at the bedroom. What does the bedroom represent or symbolize for you? From the placement of your bed to the things that you keep on your nightstand, the bedroom is the perfect place to start in connecting to the energetic realm and finding your path to mindful living with ease.We cover:-The placement of our beds as a primary consideration in adjusting the feng shui of the bedroom-Why if you don’t currently have a headboard on your bed, you may be experiencing some imbalance-The supportive and nurturing aspects of a well considered and placed rug-The potential benefits and consequences of storing things under our by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 267: Small Bites from Pure Professor: Wood/Spring Element: For episode 267, we are once again joined by our dear friend and mentor, Katherine Metz, for another installment in our series Small Bites from Pure Professor. This month’s Small Bite is all about spring time and the Wood Element. Related to upward movement and growth, Wood is most commonly associated with the energy of spring and the colors green and blue. From the BTB perspective, Wood is often understood as benevolent and kind, supporting greater empathy, understanding and diplomacy. On today’s show we take a good look at how we can work with the energy of the Wood Element to better nurture and support these qualities in our own lives and homes. In other exciting news Katherine has joined the Mindful Design Feng Shui School to co-teach an advanced training program called Pure Professor . Click here to learn more.We cover:-Keeping our own wood qualities in balance during year of the Wood Dragon-The benevolence and kin by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 266: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: March 2024: In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of March 2024! First, we discuss what’s going on in nature and what you can expect energetically this month, and then Laura shares a tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces Podcast listener community. We also share a feng shui suggestion to make the most of this month’s energy. We cover:-Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle and the solar term from the Chinese calendar-What’s in store energetically for March 2024-In the Northern Hemisphere, the March equinox is called the vernal equinox, because it signals the beginning of spring-The Chinese zodiac animal connected to March and what that means for you-The Awakening of Insect: When rain and thunder awaken the earth-Cleansing your home to invite in the new energy of Spring-How bringing in fresh seasonal flowers can support what is blooming within you-Spring is the time to face the sunTime Stamps for t by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 265: Mindful Living: Spring Cleaning Challenge: Though it may still be very cold in many places, by the Lunar calendar, the transition to spring has already begun. The amount of daylight that we receive each day will continue to increase until the summer solstice in June, during which the longest period of daylight occurs. Many cultures celebrate this shift in seasons with cleaning and other cleansing rituals. For episode 265 we are excited to present a feng shui spring cleaning challenge as now is the perfect time to tackle projects and new feng shui adjustments to clear and reset. On today’s episode we offer five adjustments for spring cleaning:-A Feng Shui adjustment to boost and clear the qi overall-An adjustment to let your home breath and gain clarity-How to set the intention to make your health a priority-A Feng Shui adjustment to improve your finances-Feng shui adjustment to open up to opportunityand much more.Mentioned in this episode:-Orange and clear quartz mist for by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 264: Small Bites from Pure Professor: Romance: It’s Valentine’s Day and to discuss the season of romance and partnership we are once again joined by our dear friend and mentor, Katherine Metz, to talk all things feng shui and relationship. Today’s episode is a fun one where we each share stories, both personal and professional, about simple feng shui adjustments to invite in more romance. From adding rose quartz to your nightstand to placing a plant in the relationships area of your home, feng shui can be an invaluable resource in attracting the love that you deserve.We cover:-Kun, also known as earth in the I-Ching, the relationship area of the bagua-The importance of making space for a future partner-How a new hairstyle might be just the thing to invite someone new in-Utilizing the universal aspects of wind-and much more.In other exciting news Katherine has joined the Mindful Design Feng Shui School to co-teach an advanced training program called Pure Professor . Click here t by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 263: Nine Star Ki for 2024 Year of the Dragon: Once again it’s time for our annual Nine Star Ki forecast episode! Nine Star Ki is a form of astrology that is deeply connected to feng shui, and it’s a tool that we teach all of our students in the Mindful Design School. In this episode, we’ll teach you how to calculate your number and what that means about the energy coming your way in 2024.We cover:-How to calculate your Nine Star Ki principal number (click here for written instructions)-What’s in store for you in 2024 based on your principal number-How each number can make the most of 2024, the Year of the Wood Dragon-Personalized guidance to best support yourself this year-The energy of 2024 as part of a nine-year cycleMentioned in this episode:-Our Annual Year of the Wood Dragon energy Reset package-The Holistic Spaces 2024 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection & LuckTime Stamps for this episode:-[1:37] What is the Nine Star Ki?-[3:48] How to find your principle number-[6:57] 2 by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 262: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: February 2024: As we enter into February 2024, we are back with another monthly qi forecast. For episode 262 Laura takes us through the key solar dates for the month and Anjie does an I Ching reading, asking what does the Holistic Spaces Podcast Listener community need to hear to best receive supportive energy for February 2024? We explore how to best work with the energy of the month as we move closer to spring, and much more. If you haven’t already, be sure to get your 2024 feng shui amulet for good luck - they’re going fast!Some of the items discussed: -The new beginnings of Spring as they start stirring-How to avoid overconsumption, as it can lead to energy depletion-The idea and importance of reciprocity-Giving ourselves limitations to offer more peaceAnd much more…Mentioned in this episode:-Our Annual Year of the Wood Dragon energy Reset package-The Holistic Spaces 2024 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection & LuckTime Stamps for this episode by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 261: Celebrating Lunar New Year with Anjie, Laura and Katherine Metz: Gearing up for the Lunar New Year, we are delighted to once again welcome our friend and teacher Katherine Metz back onto the podcast. Today’s episode is less of a small bite and more a discussion on the many ways that we can most auspiciously bring in the new year. Anjie, Laura and Katherine discuss the different celebrations and rituals that they do each new year as well as many recommendations for you, the listener. If you haven’t already, be sure to get your 2024 feng shui amulet for good luck - they’re going fast!We cover: -The story of the Rabbit and Dragon.-Why the new year is a most auspicious time to clean, sweep away stagnant qi, and refresh your altar or shrine.-The most harmonious and supportive relationship of the Dragon with the Rooster.-Why now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a new outfit :)And much more.Mentioned in this episode:-Our Annual Year of the Wood Dragon energy Reset pa by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 260: Welcome the Year of the Wood Dragon for Each Zodiac Animal, Part 2: For part two of our overview of this year’s energy forecast we are covering the remaining six animals of the Chinese zodiac for Year of the Wood Dragon, as well as what you can expect based on your birth year animal’s relationship to the Dragon.We cover: -Horses should focus on patience. The dragon may have energy that compliments you but be mindful and think before you gallop off.-The Ram can use this vivacious dragon energy to explore new ideas and be bold.-How the Monkey can ride the wave of dragon prosperity and energy.-The Rooster will enjoy hanging out with the Dragon friend this year. Use this time to create connections and community. -This year is a chance for Dogs to change their perspective to find success. Examine what is not working - use the dragon energy to help see all sides and challenge your perceptions.And much more.Mentioned in this episode:-Our Annual Year of the Wood Dragon energy by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 259: Welcome the Year of the Wood Dragon for Each Zodiac Animal, Part 1: In 2024, we welcome the Year of the Wood Dragon! Once again, we are sharing an overview of this year’s energy, as well as what you can expect based on your birth year animal’s relationship to the Dragon. In this episode, we discuss the first six of the zodiac animals — stay tuned for next week’s episode to learn about the remaining six!We cover: -The dynamic combination of the Wood Element with the energy of the Dragon-How wood energy is ideal for expanding ones horizons, especially when starting new projects-Why 2024 might be a good time for those born in the year of the Dragon to focus on slowing down and self care-How those born in the year of the Tiger are in just the right position this year to find adventure and joy in connecting with others-How the quietly courageous Snake’s relationship with the Dragon can be ideal to cultivate success with this year’s energy-And much more.Mentioned in th by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 258: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: January 2024: In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of January 2024! First, we discuss what’s going on in nature and what you can expect energetically this month, and then Laura shares a tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces Podcast listener community. We also share how you can make the most of this month’s energy in your home through feng shui.We cover:-Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle and the Chinese solar term calendar-What to expect this month based on your Chinese zodiac animal-Why this is the right time to find emotional support and heed the call of what fills your heart-How this first month of 2024 might be the perfect time to take stock of all of our blessings and show appreciation for them-Why now is the time to embrace your inner empress!-Our feng shui suggestions to make the most of this month’s energyAnd much more.If you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list&nbs by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 257: Welcome the Year of the Dragon with Lotus Wei: We are excited to welcome Katie Hess of LOTUSWEI back to the podcast! It’s become an annual tradition for Katie to join us at the beginning of each new year to talk about the energy of the year ahead. We share a little bit about what each Chinese Zodiac animal can expect in 2024, and Katie shares a personalized flower elixir recommendation to support each of the animals. We cover: -What to expect in 2024, the Year of the Wood Dragon-Qualities of the wood element-Qualities of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac-Suggestions for working with the energy of 2024 based on your birth year animal-Katie’s flower elixir recommendation for each zodiac animal-Flower essences that everyone can benefit from in the Year of the DragonAnd much more.Katie Hess is a flower alchemist and the founder of LOTUSWEI, one of the world's leading floral apothecaries. After 15 years of independent research of flower and plant-based healing, her flo by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 256: Explore the Winter Solstice: For episode 256, we are taking a look at the longest night of the year, as those of us in the Northern Hemisphere observe the Winter Solstice. From a feng shui perspective, the winter is considered a yin season, where we start to move inward physically as well as emotionally. The yin concept is also about slowing down, and emptiness, making winter the perfect time for introspection and self-reflection.Discussed in the episode:-How everything in the universe is made up of both yin and yang energy, as interdependent primordial forces in opposition-The cool, quiet stillness of water qi-Why this time of year is a good time to cultivate water energy and qi-How we can celebrate and recognize the winter solstice, becoming more aware of the yin and yang energyAnd much more.If you want to dive deeper, be sure to sign up for our mailing list so that you can take our upcoming free workshops and giveaways!Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic S by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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Episode 255: Small Bites from Pure Professor: Creating Clarity for the New Year: For episode 255, we are once again joined by our dear friend and mentor, Katherine Metz, for another installment in our series Small Bites from Pure Professor. This month’s Small Bite is all about creating clarity through feng shui. It’s always an honor to have Katherine on the show and to receive her teachings.Katherine explains:-The power of keeping your books just inside the front door, the office door, or the door to the study as well as some anecdotes from Professor Lin and his relationship to books-She explains how mirrors can reflect our true nature back to ourselves and why it’s utmost importance to always keep our mirrors clean and free of dust-How hanging a bell from a red string on the inside doorknob of your front door, office door, or bedroom door can bring greater balance into our homesAnd much more.In other exciting news Katherine has joined the Mindful Design Feng Shui School to co-teach an by Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

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