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  • Episode 302 is a special and fun one, as we welcome to the podcast three design professionals, all of whom are graduates of the Mindful Design Feng Shui School. Today’s show is a wide ranging conversation about how the practice has influenced and continues to inform their work as interior designers. Tori McBrien, Will Brown, and Erin Delander, all longtime friends of the show, each offer their unique perspectives on everything from how they integrate feng shui into their design practice, how feng shui helps them prepare for a new design project, the ways they use feng shui to support their work life, and much more. Today is a fun one!

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  • In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of November 2024! First, we go over 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.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle and the Chinese solar term calendar

    -What to expect energetically this month as we transition from into the water season

    -November 7th as the start of winter

    -The qi of November as we move from the metal element into the water element

    -A tarot reading that looks at the transition into the colder and darker days of winter

    -November as the month of Pig according to the Chinese zodiac

    -Our feng shui suggestions to make the most of this month’s energy

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[01:67] Introduction

    -[04:05] Key dates

    -[07:00] Chinese Zodiac reading for November 2024

    -[09:36] The qi of November 2024

    -[10:35] A Tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces community

    -[18:04] Feng shui support for the month

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  • We’ve talked a lot on this podcast about the bed and it’s symbolism in feng shui. There’s a reason for that — if we’re lucky, we’ll spend a third of our life in bed and from a feng shui perspective, it’s one of the simplest and most effective places to start when realigning the qi of our homes. From clearing space around your bed to the grounding stability of a headboard, proper bed placement is both an easy and profound way to begin creating a home in which the qi can flow freely to offer inspiration and peace. For our 300th (!!!) episode we are taking the longview on proper bed placement.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -The command position

    -Why we always want to make sure that our feet are not facing the door when in bed

    -Creating space on both sides of the bed to allow a balance of yin and yang

    -Which walls to place your bed against and which to avoid

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[01:13] Introduction

    -[03:12] Commanding position

    -[05:25] Placing the bed in relationship to doors

    -[08:27] Headboard against a solid wall

    -[10:55] Locating the bed away from the toilet wall

    -[11:55] Space on either side of the bed

    -[13:42] Beams, soffits, and sloped ceilings

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  • Making the transition to a new home can be an intimidating and overwhelming experience. From the size and style of the home to neighborhood and price, finding just the right place for you and your family can be a daunting process with a seemingly endless list of considerations. Today we are exploring the top five feng shui guidelines that we would advise when evaluating the floor plan of a potential new home. While it might not always be possible to move into the biggest house in the most posh part of town, you can certainly take the time to ensure that the feng shui of your new home matches your hopes and intentions as much as possible. For anyone in search of a new house or apartment, these are the main points that we would advise when considering the layout of your new home.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -Room placement for good feng shui

    -The importance of a well considered entryway

    -How the center of the home affects the well-being of all the inhabitants

    -The commanding position

    -Stair considerations

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[0:46 Introduction

    -[02:02] Room placement for good feng shui

    -[04:20] The entryway

    -[08:00] The the center of the home

    -[10:05] Commanding position

    -[11:59] Stair considerations

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  • As we welcome the cooler months, many of us are finding our way into the depths of our closets in search of warmer clothes. For many of us, this can be quite daunting. We have talked a lot in the past about the benefits decluttering and space clearing, and today we are taking a deep look at decluttering our closets like a feng shui pro. Decluttering and organizing offers us a sense of freshness and renewal. When incorporating feng shui principles, it can be turned into a more transcendental exercise, increasing our focus and sense of clarity.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -The five steps that you can follow to start decluttering like a feng shui pro

    -Making space in our lives to manifest and grow

    -Turning decluttering into an offering

    -The power of the number nine

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[0:49 Introduction

    -[03:20] Align with the energy of autumn

    -[06:14] What is your closet telling you?

    -[11:37] Set an intention of what you want to make space for

    -[13:14] Make your decluttering into an offering

    -[18:23] The power of the number nine

    -[20:25] Recap

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  • In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of October 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.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle and the Chinese solar term calendar

    -How to transition into the yin energy as we approach the end of the harvest, moving in darker days

    -How we can use this time to honor our ancestors

    -The arrival of the Hunter’s Moon on October 17th, the first full moon to follow the Harvest Moon

    -October as the month of Dog, offering supportive qi for those born in year of Rabbit

    And much more.

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:06] Introduction

    -[02:22] Key dates for October 2024

    -[06:34] Chinese zodiac reading for October 2024

    -[07:47] The qi of October

    -[10:24] I Ching reading

    -[15:56] Feng Shui you can do to support you

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  • When making an effort to shift the qi of any space, whether it’s your home or office, quite often the best place to start is with a space clearing ritual. Over time, qi accumulates and this energy can really affect your present and future circumstances, so we want to make sure that it is positive and supportive. In order to do this, it’s important to regularly clear your space of any unhelpful or stagnant energy. For this week’s episode, we are going through our top seven space clearing rituals and how they can be implemented to best ensure that the qi of any space stays vibrant and fresh.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -Tibetan metal bells and how their sounds can cut through any stagnant energy like a sword

    -Reciting mantras or prayers as an effective way to clear a space

    -Smoke cleansing with incense and herbs

    -The absorbent qualities of salt

    -Essential oils to dramatically shift the energy and clear a space

    -Black tourmaline to repel negative qi

    -Fresh oranges for vibrant yang energy

    and much more!

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:33] Introduction

    -[03:10] Bells and chimes

    -[04:44] Mantras

    -[07:36] Herbs and incense

    -[11:04] Salts

    -[13:58] Essential oils

    -[16:05] Black tourmaline

    -[18:12] Oranges

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  • As practitioners of an ancient art, feng shui professionals often get met with a lot of curiosity and questions. What is feng shui? In what direction should my bed face? This week we are going over some of the most frequently asked questions that we receive. From where to place the bagua over your home’s floor plan to whether or not mirrors in the bedroom are a good idea, here are the top five questions that we as feng shui practitioners receive.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -Using the bedroom for bagua basics

    -What direction should my head be facing in bed?

    -Which front door do I use to lay the bagua map?

    -What if there is a toilet in my wealth area?

    -Can I have a mirror in my bedroom?

    and much more!

    Mentioned in this episode:

    -Our free bagua e-kit

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:49] Where do I start?

    -[04:29] Feng shui in the bedroom

    -[07:03] What direction should my head be facing in bed?

    -[10:39] Which front door do I use to lay the bagua map?

    -[13:00] What if there is a toilet in my wealth area?

    -[15:38 Can I have a mirror in my bedroom?

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  • In the Norther Hemisphere, summer is fading and autumn is upon us! The weather is cooling, the leaves are changing color, and we are shifting from light t-shirts to comforting sweaters. For this weeks episode we are exploring the world of color as it relates to the magic of the fall, as well as how color can best be utilized to welcome this shift in energy. The color palette is a most essential component of the feng shui tool belt and today is a fun one!

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -Embracing the metal element with whites

    -Warming up to the fire element with reds and oranges

    -Nurturing yourself with earth element, using yellow and umber

    -and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:05] Introduction

    -[03:03] Fall and the metal element

    -[08:33] The fire element

    -[12:08] The earth element

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  • Just because you may live in a small home doesn't mean you can't or shouldn’t have great feng shui! Whether you’re in a luxurious castle or cramped studio apartment, the same principles of feng shui can be applied to create a comfortable and nurturing environment for you to call home. For episode 293 we are going over a list of adjustments that you can shift the qi of your space. From furniture to layout, colors and decor, the possibilities of transforming a small space to one in which the qi flows freely, are endless.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -The importance of the entry or front door

    -Creating defined spaces

    -The importance of a dedicated dining area

    -The power of good lighting

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:00] Introduction

    -[03:39] Your entryway

    -[07:20] Creating defined spaces

    -[10:20] The importance of a dedicated dining area

    -[12:43] The bedroom

    -[17:13 The power of good lighting

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  • As summer winds down, in this episode we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of September 2024! First, we go over 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.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle and the Chinese solar term calendar

    -What to expect energetically this month

    -Cooler temperatures shifting us further into autumn

    -September 22nd, the Autumnal Equinox

    -September is the month of Rooster, which offers supportive qi for those born in year of Dragon, in harmony Snake and Ox

    -The symbolism of the color white as it represents metal energy, the element of autumn

    -Actions we can take to align with the energy of September 2024

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:32] Solar terms for September 2024

    -[06:16] The full moon

    -[07:22] The Chinese Zodiac for September 2024

    -[09:00] The qi of September 2024

    -[09:58] Tarot reading for September 2024

    -[15:35] The Bagua mandala and September 2024

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  • It’s no secret that feng shui practitioners love plants. They’re one of the best ways to introduce the wood element to your space, which can invite new growth and flexibility. For episode 291, we are going room by room to take a look at the different plants that can be incorporated into your home to welcome and shift the qi to boost vital energy and help you make changes in your life if you are feeling stuck or you need a change.

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -How placing a plant in your entryway will greet the new qi

    -How you can keep your family healthy with more air filtering indoor plants like the areca palm

    -Succulents and cacti as great workspace plants

    -How a pink orchid or gerbera in the partnership corner of your bedroom can help to invite more romance

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[03:17] Plants and the bagua

    -[05:57] Plants for the entryway of your home

    -[10:37] The kitchen

    -[13:30] The living room

    [16:34] The bedroom

    -[21:20] the workspace

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  • Today is a very special day on the Holistic Spaces Podcast as we are overcome with joy that our new book, Mindful Living, is now officially released and available everywhere. We put so much hard work, love and energy into this book and we are beyond excited to finally be able to share it with all of you. Today’s episode is a celebration, a relaxed conversation between Anjie and Laura, discussing the process of writing the new book as well as what our hopes and intentions are for it. Mindful Living: A guide to the everyday magic of feng shui is now available wherever you buy books!

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -How our personal and shared journeys lead us to writing this book

    -Our hopes, goals and intentions for the book

    -The process and challenges that came with writing Mindful Living

    -Our favorite parts of the writing process

    and much more!

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[03:04] Why we wrote this book

    -[07:32] How we got to this book

    -[09:40] The process of writing Mindful Living

    -[10:55] Laura’s experience leading up to Mindful Living

    -[13:35] The title “Mindful Living”

    -[15:25] Themes within the book

    -[16:14] What Mindful Living means to Anjie

    -[17:12] Laura’s favorite parts of the book

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  • On this week’s episode we are exploring an exercise from our new book, Mindful Living: A guide to the everyday magic of feng shui, in which we recommend colors as supportive elements based on individual Nine Star Ki numbers. Nine Star Ki is an ancient form of astrology that is intertwined with the five elements, the bagua, and the I Ching. Your Nine Star Ki can help you to better understand your personal energy and how you can support it. Understanding how color can support this energy is vital and FUN way to support this energy!

    What we talk about in this episode:

    -How to calculate your Nine Star Ki

    -The different earth elements associated with each number

    -Your color profile and how to work with it

    -Archetypes associated with each number/color profile

    And much more.

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:16] Details for our upcoming give away

    -[03:48] Your feng shui color profile

    -[05:45] How to calculate your Nine Star Ki

    -[11:48] Simple ways to explore your own color stories

    -[14:31] #1 Water

    -[15:58] #2 The mother and the caregiver

    -[17:36] #3 Yang wood

    -[18:31] #4 Diplomat and guide

    -[18:56] #5 Leader and CEO

    -[19:37] #6 Father and alchemist

    -[20:10] #7 The princess and the accountant

    -[20:56] #8 The Seeker

    -[21:33] #9 The lover and the enthusiast

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  • As the last days of summer begin, we are sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of August 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 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 and moon cycles.

    -What to expect energetically this August as the transition to Autumn begins.

    -August in the month of Monkey and how that supports qi for those born in the year of Rat, Dragon and Snake.

    And much more.

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    Time stamps for the episode:

    -[02:34] Solar terms for August 2024

    -[06:34] Chinese Zodiac reading for the month

    -[07:47] The energy of August 2024

    -[09:00] An I Ching reading for the Holistic Spaces listener community

    -[17:06] Feng shui to support you during the month of August 2024

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  • For part three in our series exploring symbolism and iconography in the natural world, we are discussing animals. Symbolism and iconography has been used for centuries to help people to connect with ideas and concepts that are often hard to describe in words. Many of us connect to animals as symbols of strength and wisdom. They are sources of companionship, inspiration, and wonder.

    We cover:

    -The connection of humans with the natural world

    -How cats represent the connection between the wild and domestic

    -Turtles and tortoises representing wisdom, longevity, and endurance

    -Elephants as symbols of protection, majesty, power, and wisdom

    -Dragons in feng shui dragons as symbols of success, strength, and compassion

    -Bats as a symbol of good luck

    Plus more…

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    -[01:38] How to enter for a chance to win our special giveaway

    -[03:08] Animals and their symbolism

    -[05:56] The cat

    -[08:02] The tortoise

    -[12:19] The elephant

    -[14:38] Dragons

    -[18:02] Bats

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  • For part two in our series exploring symbolism and iconography in the natural world, we are discussing birds. Symbolism and iconography has been used for centuries to help people to connect with ideas and concepts that are often hard to describe in words. In Chinese culture birds connect the Earth to Heaven. A powerful symbol in many cultures, their imagery embellishes palaces as well as in the simplest of adornments, like jewelry. Birds are especially compelling because they soar freely through the sky and can communicate to the vast space of the heaven above.

    We cover:

    -The symbolism and many meanings of birds across cultures

    -The Phoenix as a symbol of renewal

    -The Crane as a symbol of long life and good luck

    -Ravens as symbolic connectors between the seen and unseen realms

    -As mates for life, a pair of Mandarin Ducks symbolize marital harmony and fidelity

    -How Songbirds lift the qi with their song and movement.

    Plus more…

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    -[01:21] How to enter for a chance to win our special giveaway

    -[04:01] Why birds?

    -[06:38] The symbolism of the bird

    -[07:24] The Phoenix

    -[09:46] The Crane

    -[12:01] Ravens

    -[14:47] Mandarin Ducks

    -[17:46] Songbirds

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  • For the next three episodes, we are exploring a section from our forthcoming book, Mindful Living: A guide to the everyday magic of feng shui, about symbolism and iconography in the natural world. Today’s episode looks at fruit. Symbolism and iconography has been used for centuries to help people to connect with ideas and concepts that are often hard to describe in words. Fruits are sweet gifts offered in abundance from the natural world. They symbolize harvest, wealth, and generosity.

    We cover:

    -Fruit as a symbol of abundance and growth

    -Apples represent the wish to share safety, wellness, and harmony

    -The calabash as it relates to protection, long life, and healing

    -Why grapes are a symbol of prosperity and celebration

    -Peaches are symbolic of youth, charm, romance, and peach blossom luck

    -Olives as the ancient symbol of peace and friendship

    -The cleansing and stimulating qualities of the lemon

    Plus more…

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    -[03:06] All about fruit

    -[08:09] What fruit symbolizes

    -[08:51] The calabash

    -[10:54] The apple

    -[12:54] The grape

    -[14:40] The peach

    -[16:58] Olives

    -[18:48] Lemons

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  • 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 

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    -Our free Bagua E-kit

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    -[01:50] The qi of July 2024

    -[05:20] July, the month of the Ram

    -[07:56] Laura shares a tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces Podcast listener community

    -[17:09] The Bagua Mandala

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  • 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

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    -[01:18] What is the Summer Solstice?

    -[06:12] Fire qi & Water qi

    -[10:02] Ways to embrace the energy of Summer

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