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Episode 320: Favorite Plants for the Year of the Snake Mar 10, 2025

Show notes

In feng shui, living house plants bring in a lucky flow of qi and nature into our interior spaces. They represent the wood element, and teach us how to mindfully care for the things in our home. As we welcome in the year of the wood snake, it’s the perfect time to bring some wood element into your home! For episode 320, we are sharing our five favorite plants to welcome in the lunar new year.

We cover:

-The snake plant as a perfect plant for those just getting started with a green thumb

-The jade plant and its connection to wealth and prosperity

-The long vines of pothos as a symbol of the snake year

-The monstera monkey mask plant for good luck

-Red Amaryllis to bring wood element into our homes during the cold winter months

And much more!

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[00:45] Introduction

-[04:56] Snake plant

-[06:31] Jade plant

-[08:25] Pothos

-[09:50] Monstera Monkey Mask plant

-[11:23] Red Amaryllis

-[12:54] Dried or artificial flowers

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Episode 319: Five Simple Feng Shui Spring Cleaning Tips Mar 03, 2025

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In feng shui we embrace the seasonal shifts to inform changes in our home. As winter recedes and the promise of spring grows closer, we naturally feel compelled to spring clean our space. Open your windows, grab a mop and your favorite non-toxic cleaning solution because today we are sharing our five favorite simple feng shui spring cleaning tips to supercharge your home’s energy!

We cover:

The importance of a tidy entry

The benefits of opening windows to let in fresh air and clear stagnant qi

A clean stove as a symbol of health, wealth and resources

Nourishing yourself by deep cleaning your refrigerator and pantries

And much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Space Clearing: Everyday Feng Shui Magic Rituals

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[00:47] Introduction

-[01:40] Tidy the front door

-[03:52] Open your windows

-[05:37] Clean your stove

-[06:46] Deep clean your refrigerator and pantry

-[08:53] Deep bathroom cleansing

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Episode 318: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: March 2025 Feb 24, 2025

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In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of March 2025! 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 2025

-The Chinese zodiac animal connected to March and what that means for you

-“Spring Equinox”, celebrating when day and night are equal, after which the sun grows stronger and the days lengthen

-The qi of March 2025

-Auspicious days of the month, and which days you might want to exercise caution in March 2025

And much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

-Our free Bagua ekit

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[01:16] Introduction

-[01:41] Solar terms for March 2025

-[04:25] The full moon on March 14th

-[05:15] The twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac

-[05:51] Which days to exercise caution in March 2025

-[07:05] The qi of March 2025

-[08:00] A tarot reading for the month

-[14:09] Feng shui to support you this month

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Episode 317: Feng Shui Faux Pas Feb 17, 2025

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After years of professional work as consultants and teachers, we’ve seen just about every use and misuse of feng shui principles imaginable. From the over the top paint jobs to confusion or misinterpretation of the bagua, some missteps are more common than others. For episode 317, we are taking a look at some of the most common feng shui faux pas that we’ve encountered.

We cover:

-Why it’s best to start simple, avoiding many, sometimes conflicting sources of information on feng shui

-How to avoid confusion or feeling overwhelmed when applying the bagua

-Adopting more balanced approach to color when it comes to paint

-How to stop worrying about “bad” feng shui

And much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Our free Bagua ekit

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[[00:50] Introduction

-[01:28] Mixing and matching different feng shui suggestions from the internet or books

-[03:00] Confusion with applying the Feng shui Bagua

-[05:12] Painting rooms a color you hate

-[08:05]Tossing cactus plants

-[10:15] “Bad Feng Shui”

-[12:54] Dried or artificial flowers

-[15:08] General guidelines for avoiding feng shui faux pas

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Episode 316: Feng Shui Plants for Love Feb 10, 2025

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It’s almost Valentine’s day and in celebration we are sharing some of our favorite plants to invite in love, self-love, and maybe a new romance into your life. In feng shui, living house plants are a way to invite wood element into your home. (the others are: earth, metal, water & fire). Wood element symbolizes healing, kindness, flexibility, and growth -- all of which are critical components when it comes to love. Plants can also be skillful teachers - encouraging us to take care of others with mindful attentive care. Whether you’re looking for a new romantic partner or just looking to show some kindness to yourself, these plants all help support harmony and love.

Some of the items discussed:

We cover:

-Pothos as a perfect plant for newbies

-Orchids to invite a noble and elegant partner into your life

-Lucky bamboo to support romantic partnerships

-Personalized guidance to best support yourself this year

-Using the bagua to pick and place your plants for love

And much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

-Our free Bagua ekit

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[01:24] Introduction

-[03:07] Understanding plants and their relationship to the bagua

-[07:07] Pothos

-[08:08] The orchid

-[09:54] Lucky bamboo

-[11:43] Companion plants

-[13:28] Are artificial plants ok?

-[14:13] Plants or flowers?

-[15:35] Which pots and containers to use for plants

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Episode 315: Nine Star Ki Forecast for 2025 Year of the Snake Feb 03, 2025

Show notes

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 2025.

Some of the items discussed:

The first stirring of spring

The meaning of the Chinese solar term “Constant Rain”

The continuing yang energy of the season

Why the Snake and Monkey may want to exercise caution in the Tiger month

An I ching reading for the Holistic Spaces listener community

And much more…

Mentioned in this episode:

Our Annual Year of the Wood Snake energy Reset package

Feng shui crystal kit for clarity

The Holistic Spaces 2024 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection & Luck

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[2:01] What is the Nine Star Ki?

-[6:35] How to calculate your principle number

-[10:19] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 1

-[11:17] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 2

-[12:26] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 3

-[13:23] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 4

-[14:45] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 5

-[15:44] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 6

-[17:21] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 7

-[18:58] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 8

-[20:32] 2024 forecast for those with the principle number 9

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Episode 314: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: February 2025 Jan 27, 2025

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As we enter into February 2025, we are back with another monthly qi forecast. For episode 314 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 2025? 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 2025 feng shui amulet for good luck - they’re going fast!

Some of the items discussed:

The first stirring of spring

The meaning of the Chinese solar term “Constant Rain”

The continuing yang energy of the season

Why the Snake and Monkey may want to exercise caution in the Tiger month

An I ching reading for the Holistic Spaces listener community

And much more…

Mentioned in this episode:

Our Annual Year of the Wood Snake energy Reset package

Feng shui crystal kit for clarity

The Holistic Spaces 2024 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection & Luck

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[01:38] Introduction

-[02:15] Solar terms for February 2025

-[07:34] Qi forecast for the month

-[08:17] Tiger month

-[09:09] Po days for February

-[11:58] An I ching reading for the Holistic Spaces listener community

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Episode 313: Feng Shui Colors to Embrace in 2025 Jan 20, 2025

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As we get closer and closer to the festive celebrations of the Lunar New Year, the dark days of winter have many of us down with bad cases of the January blues. It is very common during this time of year to experience feelings of sadness and sluggishness, as well as a lack of motivation. If you are feeling the weight of the January blues, the good news is that utilizing and embracing color through the lens of feng shui can be a powerful and effective approach to uplifting your mood and restoring harmonious qi to your environment. On today’s episode we are exploring our favorite colors and how they connect to the five elements. In 2025, it’s all about welcoming more color into our lives!

We cover:

-The different color systems in feng shui

-Colors that connect us to nature

-Umber brown as a means of welcoming more -grounding energy

-Celestial blue for personal transformation

-Inviting in more serenity with robin’s egg blue

-Vermilion red as the color for the year of the snake

Mentioned in this episode:

-Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

-Our favorite feng shui colors

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-[01:25] Introduction

-[06:17] Umber for grounding

-[07:32] Celestial blue for transformation

-[09:07] Robin’s egg blue for serenity

-[10:41] Vermilion as the universal color for the year of the wood snake

-[12:37] How to work with these colors

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Episode 312: Welcoming the Year of the Snake for Each Zodiac Animal, Part 2 Jan 13, 2025

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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 Snake, as well as what you can expect based on your birth year animal’s relationship to the Snake.

We cover:

-The Snake as a symbol of transformation and healing

-The softness of Yin in a Wood year

-3 Feng shui tips for every one to do in the Year of the Wood Snake

-Why those born in the year of the Horse may want to take a page from the Snake’s book and slow down

-The soft, earthy nature of the Ram and how it will be supported this year

-The year of the Snake is auspicious for those born in the year of the Monkey

-The natural harmony that occurs between the Rooster and the Snake

-The loyalty of the dog being a good match for the Snake

-Why those born in the year of the Pig may have a challenging year ahead

Mentioned in this episode:

-Welcoming the Year of the Snake for Each Zodiac Animal, Part 1

-2025 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection & Luck

-What to do with your feng shui amulets from years past

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-[01:58] Three feng shui tips for everyone

-[06:33] The meaning of yin wood

-[12:02] The Horse

-[13:25] The Ram

-[15:23] The Monkey

-[17:10] The Rooster

-[19:08] The Dog

-[20:15] The Pig

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Episode 311: Welcoming the Year of the Snake for Each Zodiac Animal, Part 1 Jan 06, 2025

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In 2025 we welcome the Year of the Wood Snake! 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 Snake. 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!

Discussed in this episode:

-The diverse talents are of the Snake

The aspects of the Wood Element and how they interact with the Snake

What to expect this year based on your Chinese zodiac animal

How those born in the year of the Rat will be well served by their resourcefulness this year

The Snake’s respect for the Ox’s tenacity

Why the Tiger’s restlessness might conflict with the Snake

The shared love of peace and security enjoyed by the Rabbit and the Snake

The natural harmony between the Snake and the Dragon

Why this will be a good year for those born in the year of the Snake to look inward and reflect

and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

2025 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

What to do with your feng shui amulets from years past

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Time stamps for the episode:

-[02:47] Welcoming the Year of the Wood Snake on January 29th

-[06:40] The attributes of the Snake

-[09:40] 2025 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

-[12:55] Chinese Zodiac overview of birth years

-[13:20] The Rat in the year of the Snake

-[14:42] The Ox in the year of the Snake

-[16:31] The Tiger in the year of the Snake

-[18:00] The Rabbit in the year of the Snake