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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 luckPlus more…Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[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] BatsPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

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…Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[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] SongbirdsPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

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 lemonPlus more…Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[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] LemonsPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

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 Mentioned in this episode:-Our free Bagua E-kitThanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[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 MandalaPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

Following up on our spring cleaning episode from last April, for episode 283 we are taking a deeper look at creating magic rituals when cleaning and space clearing. Cleaning your home can be a mindful and magical practice using a feng shui ritual imbued with energy and awareness. Sweeping floors and cleaning the stove may seem like mundane chores but with a mindful approach, any act of cleaning can be supercharged with intention.We cover:-The ancient and cross-cultural symbolism of floor sweeping-Creating your own cleaning solutions with non-toxic ingredients such as essential oils and purified water-Burning incense as a traditional way of manifesting our prayers or intentions to send them up to the heavens-How a new broom is a symbol of fresh and auspicious start in a new homePlus more…Mentioned in this episode:-Episode 273 Space Clearing: Everyday Feng Shui Magic Rituals-A recent blogpost on space clearingThanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[01:43] Cleaning as a magical ritual-[06:01] The power of sweeping and the symbolism of the broom-[08:39] Working with smoke, scent, and vapors-[11:39] Non-toxic homemade cleaning solutions-[13:15] Personal cleansing with ritual baths-[15:52] Desk cleaning and clearingPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

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 solsticePlus more…Mentioned in this episode:-Episode 279: Feng Shui Qi Forecast, June 2024Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[01:18] What is the Summer Solstice?-[06:12] Fire qi & Water qi-[10:02] Ways to embrace the energy of SummerPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

For episode 281 we are talking about crystals and how they relate to the different areas of the feng shui bagua. We told you it wouldn’t be another year! We discuss what you should consider when procuring new crystals, how to let the right crystals find you, and how to clear crystals. Laura recommends a different crystal for each of the guas and Anjie explains how to set up a crystal grid in your home or office.We cover:-How crystals can support balanced qi and harmony -How to recognize which crystals are right for you-Recommendations of crystals for each of the guas-How to make a crystal grid at your desk to hold in resources and protectionPlus more…Mentioned in this episode:-Feng shui crystal balls-Episode 280: Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals-Episode 228: Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals and Why-Our free Bagua E-kitThanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[02:23] About crystals-[03:25] Guidelines for selecting crystals-[10:44] How to clear crystals-[12:41] Zhen/Family - green quartz-[13:30] Xun/Wealth - amethyst-[14:16] Tai qi/Health - moss agate -[15:21] Qian/Benefactors - smoky quartz-[16:08] Dui/Children - clear quartz-[16:59] Gen/Knowledge - fluorite-[17:46] Kun/Relationships - tumbled rose quartz-[18:43] Kan/Career - black tourmaline-[19:37] Li/Fame - cinnabar-[21:40] Working with a crystal gridPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

As a followup to our 2023 episode, Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals and Why, we are once again taking a look at some of our favorite crystals for feng shui. Divided into three categories — Favorite crystals for abundance, confidence and personal power, and favorite crystals for grounding — Anjie and Laura each share some of their personal favorites and how they can be used to welcome more supportive qi. We love and regularly use crystals in our personal and professional lives and promise not to wait another year before we talk about them again!We cover:-Why pyrite is a great amplifying stone to aid in setting intentions-How labradorite can help you to find your true potential-Why yellow stones like amber, citrine and topaz align with your solar plexus-How hematite creates energetic stabilityPlus more…Mentioned in this episode:-Episode 228: Our Favorite Feng Shui Crystals and Why-Our free Bagua E-kitIf 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!Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[02:06] Our favorite crystals for abundance-[07:05] Our favorite crystals for confidence and personal power-[11:45] Our favorite crystals for groundingPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of June 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.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-Finding balance among opposites-How creating harmony in our lives can lead to innovationAnd much moreIf 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!Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[01:15] First solar term: June 5th, Sowing of Seed-[02:53] This month’s full moon, the Strawberry Moon-[03:29] The arrival of the Summer Solstice on June 20th -[04:46] Chinese Zodiac reading for June 2024, the month of Horse-[06:04] The qi of June 2024-[07:07] An I Ching reading for our podcast listener communityPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

If you’ve listened to this podcast for any length of time, you have no doubt heard us discuss the five elements. A corner stone of virtually all spiritual modalities and schools of eastern thought, the five elements — earth, metal, water, wood, and fire — help us to make sense of our inner and outer environments, providing us with insights and tools to shift the energies within our own space and lives. Today we are sharing a five element adjustment for harmony that can easily be done in your home or office.We cover:-An introduction to the five elements-The energetic qualities of each of the five elements-How these qualities can be brought in to our homes and personal spaces-A five element adjustment for harmonyAnd much moreMentioned in this episode:-Laura’s book, “Creating Change: 27 Feng Shui Design Projects to Boost the Energy in Your Home”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!Thanks so much for listening to the Holistic Spaces Podcast brought to you by Mindful Design Feng Shui School!-Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive complimentary special workshops and offers for our newsletter subscribers ONLY! -Make sure you’re following us on Instagram for feng shui tips and live Q&A’s.-Learn about our courses and certification on our website at: Mindful Design School.-Check out our older episodes on our Holistic Spaces Podcast archive.MORE QUESTIONSHire one of our Mindful design school Grads for a 1-1 consultation. We know so many personal questions come up. That's why you need a 1-1! Laura and Anjie offer all these freebies, but if you want to learn more it's time to ask a professional. learn more HERENEW EPISODES OF THE HOLISTIC SPACES PODCAST BY MINDFUL DESIGN ARE AVAILABLE EVERY MONDAY.Time stamps for the episode:-[02:03] Explaining the five elements-[04:03] Introducing the five elements-[06:08] A five element feng shui adjustment -[09:45] The qualities of wood-[11:12] The qualities of fire-[12:55] Earth qualities-[14:44] Metal qualities -[16:54] The qualities of waterPRE ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE