Festival, Flames, and Weather Games: How Fireworks Shaped Our Celebrations and Scientific Curiosity

From lighting up the night sky to testing the limits of weather, fireworks have a history that goes far beyond celebration. In this episode, we explore the fiery origins of fireworks, their role in global festivals, and how they found their way into weather experiments and folklore. As well as 12 fiery festivals around the world. ------- Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected] OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:----------00:00 Intro00:26  Welcome01:03 The history of Fireworks03:55 Sound, Fireworks and the Weather17:16 Fiery Festivals around the world 23:38 Final Thoughts ------Sources: 12 Fiery Celebrations: https://www.atlasobscura.com/lists/firework-celebrationshttps://www.americanpyro.com/history-of-fireworks#:~:text=Many%20historians%20believe%20that%20fireworks,air%20pockets%20in%20the%20bamboo. Weather experiments: https://www.weatherandradar.co.uk/weather-news/new-years-eve-how-do-fireworks-affect-the-weather--ec640fd4-6721-4edc-82ab-09223fe1faaahttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/when-us-government-tried-make-rain-exploding-dynamite-sky-180970193/#:~:text=Inspired%20by%20weather%20patterns%20during%20the%20Civil,to%20west%20Texas%20to%20test%20their%20theory.&text=He%20theorized%20that%20the%20loud%20noise%20accompanying,throughout%20history%20and%20the%20subsequent%20rain%20events.https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3120415/lets-get-cloud-chinese-scientists-turn-volume-and-make-it-pour

This month’s energy is shaped by the Water Goat, a time of quiet strength, emotional depth, and slow but steady movement. In this episode. I break down the Flying Star combinations and zodiac influences that shape the tone of July. For lucky dates and seasonal Feng Shui tips, be sure to check out the full newsletter HERE: July Newsletter --------------Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected] OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE : ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:Disover your zodiac signs here:https://www.learnfengshui.com/animal-sign-calculator------Sources: https://www.shanghaimedicalclinic.com/the-24th-solar-terms-of-xiaoshu-preserve-health-with-tcm/------Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:26 Welcome 01:43 Energy tone and staying healthy 06:24 Weather trends 07:15 Zodiac Forecasts12:23 Feng Shui Flying Stars 21:39 No Renovation Sectors 22:25 Final thoughts 23:57 Outro

Architect, musician, and Feng Shui Master Christian Kyriacou—The House Whisperer—joins us to explore energy, portals, and the deeper connection between you and your home.What if your home reflected your inner world—or even acted as a portal to other realms?In this episode, we explore the hidden energy of space, etheric gateways, and how stillness and sacred geometry shape our experience of place. Christian's Past life memories and MORE!We also discuss his creative project The VESICAN—a journey through light codes, cosmic memory, and awakening.🔗 Connect with Christian Kyriacou | The House Whisperer Website: thehousewhisperer.tvBooks: The Vesican & The House WhispererWhispers of the Ancients Project: Learn MoreCertified House Whispering Academy: Training InfoConsultations: Book Here | Email: [email protected] Conscious Architecture:– Design Process– Architectural Services Facebook:– Christian Kyriacou (Profile)– The House Whisperer (Page)--------Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected] OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:

In this Father’s Day episode, we explore the Northwest sector in Feng Shui and its connection to father energy, leadership, and protection. We also look at how the father wound can show up in our lives and how to begin healing. In our Folklore Friday segment, we dive into men’s vitality in Chinese medicine—touching on jing, semén retention, and how ancient practices supported masculine energy over time.-------------00:00 intro00:28 welcome 01:43 Northwest sector 08:33 Father wounds 12:16 Feng Shui adjustments to encourage leadership 14:59 TCM and Male vitality 22:15 Final Thoughts22:58 Outro ---------Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:---------Sources: Jing- https://rebelmednw.com/2020/07/traditional-chinese-medicine-and-mens-health/https://www.fusionhealth.com.au/blogs/featured-blogs/what-is-jing?srsltid=AfmBOoqh58AnlfWkRnzKgaMCrlX8Q6u62p0qhSIjBcSk9ZRgcqxGA3EP⁠https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jing_(Chinese_medicine)#:~:text=Jing%20(Chinese%3A%20精%3B%20pinyin,Treasures%20of%20traditional%20Chinese%20medicine.⁠https://www.britishacupuncturefederation.co.uk/2023/01/03/the-three-treasures-jing-shen-and-qi/https://www.attachmentproject.com/psychology/father-wound/

June Energy Update – Seasonal Shifts, Zodiac Forecast & Feng Shui In this June energy update, we explore the transition into full summer —what it means for your energy, your health, and your home. Drawing from this month’s newsletter, I’ll share practical ways to align with the seasonal flow using Chinese metaphysics, including Flying Star Feng Shui, the Chinese zodiac forecast, and where to avoid renovations this month.In this episode, you’ll hear about: • What the shift into summer means for your health and energy • The Horse month’s influence and which animal signs are most impacted • The Flying Star chart highlights—what sectors to activate and which to leave alone • Renovation warning zones you’ll want to keep calm this monthResources : June Newsletter (available on the blog - https://www.learnfengshui.com/post/newsletter-june-2025 ) TCM: https://www.newjerseyacupuncture.com/blog/2014/6/2/bearded-grain-mang-zhong-seasonal-node-jie-qi-friday-june-6-2014------Connect here: Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:

In this episode, we explore the powerful symbolism of the snake across Feng Shui, Chinese astrology, and energy work. You’ll learn how to recognize snake energy in your home and birth chart, how to work with the Fire element to activate transformation , and why the snake is often linked to kundalini awakenings—including when not to stir that energy.We’ll also explore some folklore surrounding the snake as a sign of wisdom, seduction, and hidden power. Whether you’re born in a Snake year or just curious about what this symbol means for your space and energy, this episode is packed with insights.Where “snake” energy shows up in your home and décorThe snake in your Chinese zodiac chartWays to safely bring in the Fire element through Feng ShuiThe dangers of activating kundalini before you’re readyFolklore and ancient meanings behind the snake symbolConnect here: Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:----------Resources: https://raganugaprembhakti.wordpress.com/risks-and-precautions-in-kundalini-awakening/https://maa.missouri.edu/sites/default/files/file-uploads/2022-06/The%20Symbolism%20of%20the%20Snake.pdf

In this episode of Learn Feng Shui, I’m sharing my biggest takeaways from the 2025 Feng Shui Summit. I’ll walk you through three powerful sessions I attended and offer insights from my own presentation. You’ll hear how these teachings aren’t just theory — I’m applying them in real, everyday ways, from shifting my gardening space to adjusting my living room setup and just keeping a positive mindset. I also share a bit about how one session in particular resonated with me and my own recent health struggles. Whether you’re new to Feng Shui or have been practicing for a while, these practical insights can help you better align with the energy of the year, the seasons, and your space and shift your perspectiveIn this episode, you’ll learn:How Feng Shui can support healing, both physically and emotionallyWhy timing matters and how to adjust your environment throughout the yearPractical ways I’m using flying star energy in my homeHow we can honor tradition while making Feng Shui work for our lives todaySpeakers mentioned:RD Chin: Magic and Miracles- https://rdchin.com/?Laurent Langlais: Secrets of the Bagua: The 24 Mountains - https://www.laurentlanglais.com/?Tanya Feng Shui: Flying Stars for 2025- https://tanyafengshui.com/?Grab your recording of this years IFSG Summit HERE: Info and complete list of all speakers : https://www.ifsguild.org/feng-shui-summit/ Recordings package: https://www.ifsguild.org/feng-shui-video-learning-series/ Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:

In this episode, I break down the monthly Flying Star energies for May and what they mean for each sector of your space. Learn how the energy shifts could impact your personal Gua number, and seasonal tips to focus your attention to wellbeing and success. Which sectors should be kept quiet this month as well as Zodiac forecasts for the month. ------Full newsletter available here: https://www.learnfengshui.com/post/newsletter-may-2025-------Free floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:Discover your zodiac signs here: https://www.learnfengshui.com/animal-sign-calculator

In this episode, we’re exploring the interesting Feng Shui practice of door tilting—what it is, why it’s done, and how it can impact the flow of energy in a space. From correcting a home’s orientation to aligning with auspicious energies tilting a door is more than just a design choice. I’ll also touch on its prominent use in cities like San Francisco, where geography and cultural influence play a role, and we’ll look at when this technique may or may not be appropriate. Whether you’ve seen this method before or are hearing about it for the first time, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of how subtle shifts in structure can create major impact for better...or worse.-----Register for the IFSG annual Summit- https://www.ifsguild.org/feng-shui-conference-registration/------Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:---------Sources: https://fengshuimechanics.com/2017/08/30/tilted-door/https://www.geomancy.net/forums/topic/3405-how-to-tilt-front-door/https://fengshuimechanics.com/2022/05/15/exposing-the-myth-of-flying-star-tilted-doors/

In this episode, we explore Qing Ming, a traditional Chinese festival dedicated to honoring ancestors. I discuss ways to honor your ancestors even if you’re not religious, making this practice meaningful for everyone. Plus we'll talk rituals and taboos to the dos and don’ts, and look into the cultural significance behind the observances . Whether you’re new to the tradition or looking for modern approaches, this episode will offer insight into keeping ancestral connections alive.-----------Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:27 Welcome 01:03 Honoring ancestors in a modern way05:04 Taboos during Tomb Sweeping 09:17 Misconceptions about Qing Ming12:16 Traditions of Qing Ming14:09 Final thoughts14:43 Outro----------------Connect here: Free Floor plan mapping: ⁠[email protected]⁠ OR https://www.learnfengshui.com/freemappingConnect on social media & contact me HERE ⁠https://linktr.ee/learnfengshuinow⁠:----------------Sources: https://www.goodfengshui.com/index.php/en/articles/425-fallacies-qingmingeng.htmlhttp://en.people.cn/n3/2018/0405/c90000-9446157.htmlhttps://www.guiculture.com/fs10tomb5.htm