Episode 290: Mindful Living Interview

Episode 302 is a special and fun one, as we welcome to the podcast three design professionals, all of whom are graduates of the Mindful Design Feng Shui School. Today’s show is a wide ranging conversation about how the practice has influenced and continues to inform their work as interior designers. Tori McBrien, Will Brown, and Erin Delander, all longtime friends of the show, each offer their unique perspectives on everything from how they integrate feng shui into their design practice, how feng shui helps them prepare for a new design project, the ways they use feng shui to support their work life, and much more. Today is a fun one!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.ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of November 2024! First, we go over 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.What we talk about in this episode:-Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle and the Chinese solar term calendar-What to expect energetically this month as we transition from into the water season-November 7th as the start of winter-The qi of November as we move from the metal element into the water element -A tarot reading that looks at the transition into the colder and darker days of winter-November as the month of Pig according to the Chinese zodiac -Our feng shui suggestions to make the most of this month’s energyand much 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:-[01:67] Introduction-[04:05] Key dates-[07:00] Chinese Zodiac reading for November 2024-[09:36] The qi of November 2024-[10:35] A Tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces community-[18:04] Feng shui support for the monthORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

We’ve talked a lot on this podcast about the bed and it’s symbolism in feng shui. There’s a reason for that — if we’re lucky, we’ll spend a third of our life in bed and from a feng shui perspective, it’s one of the simplest and most effective places to start when realigning the qi of our homes. From clearing space around your bed to the grounding stability of a headboard, proper bed placement is both an easy and profound way to begin creating a home in which the qi can flow freely to offer inspiration and peace. For our 300th (!!!) episode we are taking the longview on proper bed placement.What we talk about in this episode:-The command position-Why we always want to make sure that our feet are not facing the door when in bed-Creating space on both sides of the bed to allow a balance of yin and yang-Which walls to place your bed against and which to avoidand much 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:-[01:13] Introduction-[03:12] Commanding position-[05:25] Placing the bed in relationship to doors-[08:27] Headboard against a solid wall-[10:55] Locating the bed away from the toilet wall-[11:55] Space on either side of the bed-[13:42] Beams, soffits, and sloped ceilingsORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

Making the transition to a new home can be an intimidating and overwhelming experience. From the size and style of the home to neighborhood and price, finding just the right place for you and your family can be a daunting process with a seemingly endless list of considerations. Today we are exploring the top five feng shui guidelines that we would advise when evaluating the floor plan of a potential new home. While it might not always be possible to move into the biggest house in the most posh part of town, you can certainly take the time to ensure that the feng shui of your new home matches your hopes and intentions as much as possible. For anyone in search of a new house or apartment, these are the main points that we would advise when considering the layout of your new home. What we talk about in this episode:-Room placement for good feng shui-The importance of a well considered entryway-How the center of the home affects the well-being of all the inhabitants-The commanding position-Stair considerationsand much 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:-[0:46 Introduction-[02:02] Room placement for good feng shui-[04:20] The entryway-[08:00] The the center of the home-[10:05] Commanding position-[11:59] Stair considerationsORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

As we welcome the cooler months, many of us are finding our way into the depths of our closets in search of warmer clothes. For many of us, this can be quite daunting. We have talked a lot in the past about the benefits decluttering and space clearing, and today we are taking a deep look at decluttering our closets like a feng shui pro. Decluttering and organizing offers us a sense of freshness and renewal. When incorporating feng shui principles, it can be turned into a more transcendental exercise, increasing our focus and sense of clarity.What we talk about in this episode:-The five steps that you can follow to start decluttering like a feng shui pro-Making space in our lives to manifest and grow-Turning decluttering into an offering-The power of the number nineand much 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:-[0:49 Introduction-[03:20] Align with the energy of autumn -[06:14] What is your closet telling you?-[11:37] Set an intention of what you want to make space for-[13:14] Make your decluttering into an offering-[18:23] The power of the number nine-[20:25] RecapORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of October 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.What we talk about in this episode:-Key dates to look out for this month in the moon’s cycle and the Chinese solar term calendar-How to transition into the yin energy as we approach the end of the harvest, moving in darker days-How we can use this time to honor our ancestors-The arrival of the Hunter’s Moon on October 17th, the first full moon to follow the Harvest Moon-October as the month of Dog, offering supportive qi for those born in year of RabbitAnd much more.and much 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:-[02:06] Introduction-[02:22] Key dates for October 2024-[06:34] Chinese zodiac reading for October 2024-[07:47] The qi of October-[10:24] I Ching reading-[15:56] Feng Shui you can do to support youORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

When making an effort to shift the qi of any space, whether it’s your home or office, quite often the best place to start is with a space clearing ritual. Over time, qi accumulates and this energy can really affect your present and future circumstances, so we want to make sure that it is positive and supportive. In order to do this, it’s important to regularly clear your space of any unhelpful or stagnant energy. For this week’s episode, we are going through our top seven space clearing rituals and how they can be implemented to best ensure that the qi of any space stays vibrant and fresh.What we talk about in this episode:-Tibetan metal bells and how their sounds can cut through any stagnant energy like a sword-Reciting mantras or prayers as an effective way to clear a space-Smoke cleansing with incense and herbs-The absorbent qualities of salt-Essential oils to dramatically shift the energy and clear a space-Black tourmaline to repel negative qi-Fresh oranges for vibrant yang energyand much more!and much 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:-[02:33] Introduction-[03:10] Bells and chimes-[04:44] Mantras-[07:36] Herbs and incense-[11:04] Salts-[13:58] Essential oils-[16:05] Black tourmaline-[18:12] OrangesORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

As practitioners of an ancient art, feng shui professionals often get met with a lot of curiosity and questions. What is feng shui? In what direction should my bed face? This week we are going over some of the most frequently asked questions that we receive. From where to place the bagua over your home’s floor plan to whether or not mirrors in the bedroom are a good idea, here are the top five questions that we as feng shui practitioners receive. What we talk about in this episode:-Using the bedroom for bagua basics-What direction should my head be facing in bed?-Which front door do I use to lay the bagua map?-What if there is a toilet in my wealth area?-Can I have a mirror in my bedroom?and much more!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:-[02:49] Where do I start?-[04:29] Feng shui in the bedroom -[07:03] What direction should my head be facing in bed?-[10:39] Which front door do I use to lay the bagua map?-[13:00] What if there is a toilet in my wealth area?-[15:38 Can I have a mirror in my bedroom?ORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

In the Norther Hemisphere, summer is fading and autumn is upon us! The weather is cooling, the leaves are changing color, and we are shifting from light t-shirts to comforting sweaters. For this weeks episode we are exploring the world of color as it relates to the magic of the fall, as well as how color can best be utilized to welcome this shift in energy. The color palette is a most essential component of the feng shui tool belt and today is a fun one!What we talk about in this episode:-Embracing the metal element with whites-Warming up to the fire element with reds and oranges-Nurturing yourself with earth element, using yellow and umber-and much 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:-[02:05] Introduction-[03:03] Fall and the metal element -[08:33] The fire element-[12:08] The earth elementORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE

Just because you may live in a small home doesn't mean you can't or shouldn’t have great feng shui! Whether you’re in a luxurious castle or cramped studio apartment, the same principles of feng shui can be applied to create a comfortable and nurturing environment for you to call home. For episode 293 we are going over a list of adjustments that you can shift the qi of your space. From furniture to layout, colors and decor, the possibilities of transforming a small space to one in which the qi flows freely, are endless.What we talk about in this episode:-The importance of the entry or front door-Creating defined spaces-The importance of a dedicated dining area-The power of good lightingand much 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:-[02:00] Introduction-[03:39] Your entryway -[07:20] Creating defined spaces-[10:20] The importance of a dedicated dining area-[12:43] The bedroom -[17:13 The power of good lightingORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE