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Episode 382 explores how feng shui can support creative flow by shaping environments that encourage inspiration, openness, and ease. From optimizing your workspace to balancing structure with a little chaos, on today’s episode we share practical feng shui adjustments for cultivating creativity. We go over how desk placement, visual surroundings, windows, spacious layouts, and even the shape of your desk can influence the flow of ideas and creative energy.

We also explore the importance of embracing both yin and yang in the creative process—allowing flexibility, messiness, intuition, and movement alongside moments of clarity and organization. Whether or not you identify as an artist, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on how everyone can cultivate more creative flow and become more intentional creators in everyday life.

What we talk about in this episode:

-Ideal feng shui for creativity

-Balancing yin and yang in creative spaces

-Finding inspiration in nature and surroundings

-Using the Bagua to understand creativity zones

-The importance of mess and order in creative work
…and much more!

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Time stamps for this episode:
[01:04] Cultivating Creative Flow in Your Environment
[05:45] Embracing Chaos for Creativity
[07:56] Finding Inspiration in Nature
[09:18] Exploring Creativity through the Bagua
[17:49] Conclusion and Encouragement for All Creators

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Episode 381 explores how the five element cycle in feng shui can guide the launch of a side gig or business. Learn how to use this natural framework—mirroring seasonal rhythms, cycles of growth and rest, and personal expansion—to start and grow your work with more ease. We also share ways to manage and conserve your energy as you step into new professional pathways.

What we talk about in this episode:

-The five element cycle as a framework for launching a business

-Grounding in your 'why' using earth element

-Enhancing focus and organization with metal element

-Building network and inner wisdom through water element

-Taking intentional action inspired by wood element

-Increasing visibility and authenticity with fire element
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

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Time stamps for this episode:
[01:33] Grounding with the earth element

[04:26] Focus and clarity with the Metal element

[07:22] Networking and intuition: the Water element 

[11:10] The Wood element: intentional action

[14:09] Visibility and the Fire element

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When most people think of feng shui, they picture interiors—but your outdoor space is just as influential. Your garden, patio, balcony, or even a few containers can become a living extension of your home, shaping how energy flows, how you feel, and how you connect with others. Episode 380 explores nine feng shui gardening tips to enhance joy, flow, and abundance in any outdoor space—from small balconies to expansive gardens—while guiding you to create harmonious energy flow, balance yin and yang, and thoughtfully incorporate the five elements for a thriving, supportive environment.

What we talk about in this episode:

-Balancing yin and yang in outdoor spaces

-Creating gathering areas for connection

-Anchoring with focal points like fire pits or trees

-Incorporating the five elements into your garden

-Designing with real light and healthy plants

-Activating life areas with feng shui bagua
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

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Time stamps for this episode:
[02:41] The importance of outdoor spaces

[05:55] Creating flow in gardens

[08:20] Balancing yin and yang in your garden

[14:06] Establishing focal points in your garden

[16:08] Incorporating the five elements 

[21:22] Activating life areas with the bagua

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In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of May 2026! 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.

What we talk about in this episode:

-The significance of the May solar terms beginning with the start of summer on May 5th
-How the energy shift supports expansion, growth, and joyful blooming
-The influence of fire qi and the importance of warmth and openness
-The Chinese zodiac influence: the month of the snake and its relationships with other animals
-Lucky and challenging days for each zodiac sign in May 2026
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

Harmonize your Home with Feng Shui Plants

Enhance your qi, prosperity and wellness

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Time stamps for this episode:

[03:43] May's solar terms

[06:50] May, the month of the Snake

[09:35] Aligning with the qi of May

[12:00] An I Ching reading for the Holistic Spaces listener community

[17:03] Connecting with natural beauty

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As we enjoy the deepening heart of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, we’re back with another episode about everyone’s favorite topic—flowers. One of the most beautiful ways to welcome the energy of spring is by incorporating seasonal flowers into your home’s feng shui. In today’s episode, we discuss flower choices for different rooms and the symbolic meanings that can help bring joy, renewal, and abundance into your space. Everyone loves flowers and today's episode is a fun one!

What we talk about in this episode:

Room-specific flower recommendations

Symbolic meanings of spring flowers

How flowers influence Feng Shui energy
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

2026 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

Harmonize your Home with Feng Shui Plants

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Time stamps for this episode:

[02:55] Room by Room: Entrance and Living Room Flowers
[09:16] Kitchen and Dining Room Flower Recommendations
[12:06] Bedroom Flower Choices for Energy and Love
[15:58] Bathroom and Office Flower Suggestions
[20:07] Recap of Favorite Spring Flowers for Feng Shui

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Episode 377 is a return to one of our favorite topics, an exploration of the vibrant world of springtime feng shui colors! Spring is a season of awakening—an invitation to refresh your space, your energy, and your intentions. In this talk we discuss how you can incorporate seven key colors into your home to align with seasonal energy, enhance your space, and uplift your mood. Small shifts in color can create powerful changes in how your space feels and how you move through it.  By consciously bringing these hues into your home you’re aligning with the natural rhythms of renewal, movement, and possibility.

What we talk about in this episode:

-Springtime feng shui colors

-Color meanings and energy

-Practical tips for using colors in home

…and much more!
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

2026 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

Harmonize your Home with Feng Shui Plants

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Time stamps for this episode:

[01:24] Introduction to Spring Feng Shui Colors
[03:03] Grassy Green: Growth and Renewal
[04:03] Robin's Egg Blue: Vitality and Calm
[06:21] Peach: Romance and Attraction
[07:50] Lemon Yellow: Clarity and Refreshment
[09:46] Shell Pink: Healing and Self-Care
[10:57] Lavender: Serenity and Abundance
[12:46] Gold: Wealth and Prosperity
[16:16] Color Messages and Final Tips

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For episode 376 we are once again exploring one of our favorite subjects — plants!  We look closely at the significance of plants in Feng Shui and their symbolic connection to the Year of the Horse. We go over specific plants that support energy balance, growth, and prosperity in your home, and offer recommendations on which plants you may want to consider for welcoming the energy of spring.

What we talk about in this episode:

-Plants and Feng Shui symbolism

-Plants supporting the Year of the Horse energy

-Balancing fire and wood elements with plants
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

2026 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

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Time stamps for this episode:

[02:38] The Year of the Horse and Plant Energy
[05:20] Symbolism of Plants in Feng Shui
[08:19] Lucky Bamboo and Its Significance
[10:43] The Resilience of the ZZ Plant
[13:48] Exploring the Purple Shamrock
[16:03] African Violets and Emotional Connection
[18:43] Bird of Paradise: A Symbol of Freedom
[21:24] Outdoor Plants and Their Connection to Horses

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🌸 Happy Spring Equinox!
A new month means it’s time for our monthly qi forecast. In Episode 375, we explore the energetic themes of April through feng shui, solar terms, moon cycles, and intuitive insight. We share practical ways to align with the fresh, rising energy of spring, reflect on zodiac influences, and work with the color Midnight Blue as a tool for self-development, depth, and inner wisdom. Laura also pulls a tarot card for the Holistic Spaces community, offering guidance and inspiration for the month ahead.

Tune in to connect with the rhythms of the season and set the tone for April. 🌱✨

What we talk about in this episode:

April solar terms: Clear and Bright, Rain Showers

Moon cycles: Pink Moon, New Moon, and their meanings

Chinese zodiac: Year of the Dragon and its influence

Color of the year: Midnight Blue and its significance

Personal growth and self-development strategies
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

2026 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

Harmonize your Home with Feng Shui Plants

Enhance your qi, prosperity and wellness

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Time stamps for this episode:

[01:01] Overview of April's Solar Terms and Moon Cycles
[02:26] Spring Solar Term: Clear and Bright and Ancestor Honoring
[03:51] Rain Showers Solar Term and Its Agricultural Significance
[05:21] April Moon Cycles: Pink Moon and New Moon Insights
[06:32] Zodiac Animal of April: The Dragon and Its Influence
[09:29] Qi of the Month: The Dominance of Wood Element
[10:56] Visual Renewal and Nature's Inspiration in April
[11:20] Tarot Reading: Personal Growth and Grounding
[20:17] Feng Shui Practice: Investigating the Insight Area of Your Home
[24:38] Color of the Year: Midnight Blue and Its Significance
[27:29] Using Midnight Blue in Daily Life and Art

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For episode 374 we are delighted and honored to welcome our teacher Katherine Metz back to the show for a deep conversation about the Wood Element. We explore the energy of Wood and its connection to spring — growth, expansion, creativity, and new beginnings. We talk about the yin and yang qualities of Wood, and reflect on how imbalance can show up as either rigidity or frustration, and how important it is to cultivate harmony. We also discuss the symbolism of bamboo as a teacher of humility and resilience — strong yet flexible, open yet grounded.

This episode is an invitation to recognize the Wood energy within yourself, nurture your growth, and embody strength with compassion in your daily life.

What we talk about in this episode:

-Wood’s association with spring and growth

-The Yin and Yang qualities of wood

-Wind as a symbol of the gentle influence of wood energy

-Bamboo as a representation of strength and humility in wood energy

-Balancing wood energy with other elements for harmony

-Listening to the wind for wisdom and insight
…and much more

Mentioned in this episode:

Katherine Metz

2026 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

Harmonize your Home with Feng Shui Plants

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Time stamps for this episode:[2:30] Introduction to the Wood Element
[05:30]  Understanding the Wood Element in Feng Shui
[11:05] Yin and Yang Qualities of Wood
[16:29] Recognizing Wood Element Traits in Yourself
[22:00] The Role of Bamboo in Feng Shui
[27:21] Practical Applications of Wood Element
[32:25] Humanity and the Wood Element

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For episode 373, we’re celebrating the Spring Equinox — that beautiful moment of balance when day and night are equal and we officially step into a new season of growth. We explore the historical and cultural significance of the equinox and why this turning point has been honored across traditions for centuries. For us, it’s a powerful reminder of balance — of yin and yang harmonizing — and an invitation to realign ourselves with nature’s rhythms. We share simple, meaningful ways to mark the transition, from intentional spring cleaning and refreshing your home with feng shui to planting seeds (literally and metaphorically) and practicing gratitude. This is a time to clear out what feels heavy, welcome fresh energy, and consciously step into the light.

If you’re ready to reset, rebalance, and move forward with clarity, this episode offers practical tools and mindful rituals to help you do just that.

What we talk about in this episode:

-The significance of the Spring Equinox and its timing

-Four ways to honor the Spring Equinox: balance, cleaning, planting, gratitude

-Historical and cultural importance of equinox celebrations

-Practical feng shui tips for spring renewal
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

2026 Feng Shui Amulet for Protection and Luck

Our Feng Shui Energy Map Ekit

Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time

Harmonize your Home with Feng Shui Plants

Enhance your qi, prosperity and wellness

Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!

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-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.

Time stamps for this episode:

[02:23] Understanding the spring equinox
[03:19] Honoring the balance of yin and yang
[06:14] Spring cleaning as a time of renewal
[08:18] Inviting growth with house plants
[11:10] Expressing gratitude and reflection

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