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Episode 230: Summer Solstice and the Fire Element Jun 19, 2023

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This week we’re taking a look at the energy of the summer solstice. The summer solstice marks the official start of astronomical summer and is the longest day of the year. Derived from the Latin word solstitium which translates to "sun stands still", the summer solstice is midpoint of the growing season, halfway between planting and harvest, and is most closely associated with the fire element. 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!

What we talk about in this episode:
-The historical and cultural significance of the summer solstice and the festivities that accompany it

-Some things you can do to activate the fire element

-Balancing the heat of summer with the water element

-The relationship between the solstice in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

Plus more…

Mentioned in this episode:

-Celebrating the summer solstice with feng shui

-The solstice as it occurs in the Southern Hemisphere

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Episode 229: Interviewing the Lineage: Katherine Metz Jun 12, 2023

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For the first episode in our new series, Interviewing the Lineage, where we speak with the teachers who have mentored and nurtured us on our path, we are delighted to welcome back to the show Katherine Metz! Katherine is the founder and creator of Feng Shui Storyboard. Over the years, she has chronicled His Holiness Grandmaster Professor Lin Yun's teachings as succinctly as possible. Katherine is a virtual repository of knowledge and wisdom, both ancient and modern and it’s always an honor and delight to speak with her.

We cover:

- How Katherine first came to the practice of feng shui

- Katherine’s first experiences with BTB feng shui and Professor Lin.

- Some of the lasting impressions from her time spent with Professor

Plus more…

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Episode 228: Our Favorite Crystals and Why Jun 05, 2023

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For episode 228 Anjie and Laura are discussing their favorite crystals and how to place them throughout the home to invite and balance qi. In feng shui, we value crystals for their energetic and healing properties. While it’s not traditional to work with natural crystals in feng shui, it can be powerful to bring them into your space with feng shui intentions. From heart healing to inviting in more abundance, crystals are well suited to feng shui applications and we’re thrilled to share some of our favorites with you.

We cover:

-Laura and Anjie’s favorite crystals for connecting with intuition

-Tips on using crystals in clearing negative qi

-Favorite crystals for love and heart healing

-Why black tourmaline is a great stone to work with when you want to feel more grounded

-How rose quartz and bring new and support existing love

Plus more…

Mentioned in this episode:

Citrine for Wealth and Abundance

Black Tourmaline & Clear Quartz for Balance

9 Feng Shui Bagua Natural Crystal Set

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Episode 227: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: June 2023 May 29, 2023

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In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of June 2023! 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

-Creating productivity and movement by adjusting and seeing the positive in both Kan and Li

-Why just getting out into the sun can be the best medicine for when you're feeling overwhelmed by some of the more challenging aspects of this month’s energy

Plus more…

Mentioned in this episode:

Navigating the Energy of Kan Over Kan

Celebrating the Summer Solstice with Feng Shui

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Episode 226: Gardening and Feng Shui May 22, 2023

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As we welcome the warm summer months, this week on the podcast we’re headed back to the garden to discuss how the same feng shui principles that can be used inside your home can also be applied to designing and growing a garden outside your home that nurtures and supports you.

We cover:

- Inviting the flow of qi into your garden with a water element such as fountains or river washed stones

- How you can look to the five elements to create an outdoor space that achieves balance and harmony

- Using the bagua in your garden design

- Plus more…

Mentioned in this episode:

Feng Shui Gardening with Will Brown

A Feng Shui Garden with Rose Garbien

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Episode 225: Everyday Feng Shui: Daily Feng Shui Rituals May 15, 2023

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In this episode of the Holistic Spaces Podcast, we’re sharing our everyday Feng Shui tips. Laura & Anjie give you examples of how can you keep it simple and live feng shui everyday. Feng shui doesn't need to be complicated or overly dramatic.

We cover:

- How Anjie incorporates feng shui into her meditation practice

- What Laura’s does in her home office

- The importance of the front door

Plus more…

Mentioned in this episode:

- Setting up your altar to inspire creativity and contemplation

- Having a desk and workspace that supports creativity and personal qi

- How plants can help to activate the qi of your home or office

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Episode 224: Feng Shui and the Tarot May 08, 2023

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This week on the podcast Laura and Anjie are discussing tarot and its many parallels with feng shui as a divination tool to tap into our yin side. Laura has been an avid practitioner of the tarot for a number of years and, along with feng shui, forms the bedrock of her practice.

We cover:

-The origin of tarot in 15th century Italy and its similarities to feng shui

-Laura’s history with the tarot and what originally drew her to it

-Tarot as a way to become more aware of what’s going on in your life

-Divination as a way to access our own inner knowing

-Using feng shui as a divination technique to understand and read ones home

-Developing the skill to interpret the symbolism in the tarot deck

Mentioned in this episode:

Rider-Waite Tarot Deck

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Episode 223: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: May 2023 May 01, 2023

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In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of May 2023! 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: Summer Begins and Full Flower Moon

-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 time

Mentioned in this episode:

-Feng Shui Gardening with Will Brown

-A Feng Shui Baugua Garden with Rose Garbien

-Tarot Readings with Laura

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Episode 222: Feng Shui For Anxiety Apr 24, 2023

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In this week’s Holistic Spaces podcast we talk about how you can use Feng Shui to support you when you feel anxious or worried. While it’s always important to address more serious anxiety issues with a trusted healthcare professional, feng shui can be a great way to support this work. Anjie and Laura talk about simple ways you can feel more settled and grounded and how you can be kinder to yourself when experiencing anxiety and worry.

We cover:

-How important the position of your bed is

-The many ways the earth element can support you

-How adjusting the center of your home or bedroom can be a simple and effective adjustment

-Plus Anjie shares a lovely method to settle and calm your mind. Hint: you need to get some mud

Mentioned in this episode:

Mindful Homes: Create healing living spaces with mindfulness and feng shui

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Episode 221: Feng Shui Practitioner Training: What You Need to Know Before You Get Started Apr 17, 2023

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In this episode, we’re taking a look at the hows, whys and whats of training to become a feng shui consultant. There are many perspectives and schools of feng shui and today we explore the different methods and lineages to consider before figuring out which might work best for you, the student.

We cover:

-The different styles of teachers and school for feng shui and which might work best for you

-How to choose the style or study that best suits your learning and lifestyle, be it self-study, mentorship or experiential

-The importance of finding not just a mentor with whom to study feng shui but also a community with which you can grow

-Tapping into and learning to trust your intuition

Mentioned in this episode:

The International Feng Shui Guild

Our feng shui certification program is now open for enrollment. This will be the last time we are running this program in 2023, so if you’ve been thinking about joining, we hope to see you inside!

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