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  • Episode 344: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: How to Feng Shui Your Living Room

    Episode 344: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: How to Feng Shui Your Living Room
    Aug 25 2025
    We are digging into our archives and sharing four of our most popular and asked about episodes from the past decade. With more than 300 conversations about feng shui and creating nurturing spaces, these are some of the episodes that have most resonated with our listeners and we are delighted to revisit them. Every Monday in August will feature a “best of” episode!Your living room is an important common space in your home where friends and family gather together. In order to create more harmony throughout the home and encourage everyone to get along, you can apply some simple feng shui principles to this room. Tune in to learn some of our best feng shui living room tips. We cover: -How and when to energetically clear your living room-Our recommendations when it comes to decluttering-The best feng shui colors for a living room-How to arrange your living room furniture for optimal energy flow-How to create a softer, more harmonious flow of qi in your living room-The benefits of having plants in your living roomMentioned in this episode: -Enter to WIN A MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!-Episode 124: All About Space Clearing-Feng Shui 101: The Bagua Map: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3-Download our free bagua 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.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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    24 mins
  • Episode 343: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: How to Design Your Bedroom with Feng Shui

    Episode 343: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: How to Design Your Bedroom with Feng Shui
    Aug 18 2025
    We are digging into our archives and sharing four of our most popular and asked about episodes from the past decade. With more than 300 conversations about feng shui and creating nurturing spaces, these are some of the episodes that have most resonated with our listeners and we are delighted to revisit them. Every Monday in August will feature a “best of” episode!This week we are going back to July 2021 to talk about how to design a bedroom with feng shui. This is a really popular topic, for good reason! Your bedroom is one of the most important places to look at in your home, so we’re sharing some tips to make your bedroom the best it can be.We cover:-The best location for your bed-What to do if you can’t place your bed in an optimal location-Design details to watch out for if you’re feeling down or low energy-How to set up your bedroom for freely flowing qi-Why it’s important to be mindful of storage under the bed-The importance of lighting and proper window treatments-How your bed linens can best support youand much more!Mentioned in the episode:Enter to WINA MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!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.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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    43 mins
  • Episode 342: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: Feng Shui & Color

    Episode 342: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: Feng Shui & Color
    Aug 11 2025
    We are digging into our archives and sharing four of our most popular and asked about episodes from the past decade. With more than 300 conversations about feng shui and creating nurturing spaces, these are some of the episodes that have most resonated with our listeners and we are delighted to revisit them. Every Monday in August will feature a “best of” episode!Episode 141, Feng Shui & Color from October 2021As feng shui practitioners, we get asked a lot about color. It’s one of the simplest, most effective ways to apply feng shui to your home. There are many ways to think about feng shui and color, and in this episode we’re looking at color through the lens of the feng shui bagua. We cover:-What is the feng shui bagua? -Why is working with color so powerful? -How to work with feng shui and color-The colors associated with each bagua area-The symbolism of each color and when you might want to a certain color-Why it’s important to take into account your personal color associations-The nuances of different tones within a color-Why it can be helpful to work one-on-one with a practitionerMentioned in the episode:Enter to WINA MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!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.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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    31 mins
  • Episode 341: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: Feng Shui for Newbies

    Episode 341: The Best of the Holistic Spaces Podcast: Feng Shui for Newbies
    Aug 4 2025
    We are digging into our archives and sharing four of our most popular and asked about episodes from the past decade. With more than 300 conversations about feng shui and creating nurturing spaces, these are some of the episodes that have most resonated with our listeners and we are delighted to revisit them. Every Monday in August will feature a “best of” episode!Episode 160, Five Feng Shui tips for Newbies from February 2022In this episode, we’re sharing five simple, straightforward tips that you can apply now to improve your home’s feng shui. Whether you are totally new to feng shui or you’re a seasoned pro, we encourage you to approach these suggestions with a beginner’s mind.We cover:-What is feng shui? -The benefits of cultivating a beginner’s mind-How to activate your front door-Simple feng shui tips for cultivating wealth-What we can learn from plants-How to improve the flow of energy in your bedroomMentioned in the episode:Enter to WIN A MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!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.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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    16 mins
  • Episode 340: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: August 2025

    Episode 340: Feng Shui Qi Forecast: August 2025
    Jul 28 2025
    As the last days of summer begin, we are sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of August 2025! First, we discuss what’s going on in nature and what you can expect energetically this month, and then Anjie shares an I ching 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:-August as a time of transition, holding onto summer's treasures.-The energy of August shifting from yang to yin.-August is represented by the monkey in the Chinese zodiac.-An auspicious day for each of the zodiac animals in August 2025-An I Ching reading for our podcast communityand much more!Mentioned in the episode:Enter to WINA MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!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:Time stamps for the episode:[02:06] The qi of August[04:10] The solar terms for August 2025[07:24] August 2025 for each of the animals of the Chinese zodiac[10:46] An I Ching reading for the Holistic Spaces listener community[19:54] Finding balance and discipline during the month of August 2025Thanks 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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    24 mins
  • Episode 339: Feng Shui for Break Ups: Clear the Energy and Start Fresh

    Episode 339: Feng Shui for Break Ups: Clear the Energy and Start Fresh
    Jul 21 2025
    For episode 339 we are discussing how we can use feng shui principles to navigate the emotional and energetic challenges of breakups. The dissolution of a romantic partnership can be devastating. During these difficult times our qi can feel depleted. Fortunately, there are many principles and adjustments in feng shui that we can use to reinvigorate our qi, focusing on self-care, healing, and creating a supportive home environment. From resetting personal energy to decluttering spaces, exploring self-awareness in the context of relationships to a little self-pampering, we discuss intentional steps towards healing and personal growth after a breakup.We cover:-Feng shui to help clear energy after a breakup-Self-care during the healing process-Resetting your home to aid in emotional recovery-How new sheets can bring fresh energy to your space-How to best deal with removing items associated with an ex -Taking time for yourself as crucial component during a breakupMentioned in the episode:Our Feng Shui Energy Map EkitEnter to WIN A MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!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:Time stamps for the episode:[02:29] Self care during the breakup[07:01] Resetting the energy of your home[11:48] Strengthening your personal qi[17:18] Exploring self awareness in a relationshipThanks 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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    27 mins
  • Episode 338: A Feng Shui Consult for Lori of Every. Body. Talks. Podcast

    Episode 338: A Feng Shui Consult for Lori of Every. Body. Talks. Podcast
    Jul 14 2025
    This week have a very fun and special episode as Anjie visits the home of Lori Schulweisof the Every Body Talks podcast for an in person feng shui consultation. Along with Lori’s best friend and podcast co-host, Jenn Giamo, Anjie first goes over Lori’s floor plan with her and then takes a walk through of her New York City apartment, offering insights and tips for the entryway, living room, kitchen, dining room, bedroom and bathroom. The three take an in depth look at Lori’s second bedroom and how she can maximize it’s potential as an at home work space. You don’t want to miss this one!We cover:-The feng shui challenges that can face people who live in apartment buildings-The importance of preventing energetic blocks in the home-The energetic implications of broken bathroom facilities-Creating a home office that works for youand much more!Mentioned in the episode:Every. Body. Talks, with Jenn & LoriEnter to WIN A MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!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:-[01:14] Introduction-[08:59] Lori’s hopes for the consultation-[04:48] Reading the floor plan-[49:14] Lori’s apartment, room by roomThanks 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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 337: Best Summer Flowers for Feng Shui

    Episode 337: Best Summer Flowers for Feng Shui
    Jul 7 2025
    For episode 337, we are taking a look at the best summer flowers for Feng Shui. From their symbolism to how and where they are placed within the home, we explain why flowers are easily one of our favorite tools to help shift the qi in any space. We cover specific flowers for the entryway, dining room, bedroom, kitchen, and workspace, and how each flower can influence the energy and atmosphere of these spaces.We cover: - How flowers symbolize beauty and impermanence in feng shui-How peonies can deepen friendships and community connections-Why we look to lavender to promote tranquility and self-care in the bedroom-How red flowers like roses can boost visibility and luck in the workspace-How to take care of your flowersand much more!Mentioned in this episode:Our Free Feng Shui Energy Map EkitEnter to WIN A MINI-HOME CONSULTATION on the Holistic Spaces Podcast!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:Time stamps for the episode:[0:30 Introduction to Feng Shui and Summer Flowers[01:51] The Role of Flowers in Feng Shui[04:17] Enhancing Your Entryway with Flowers[06:44] Cultivating Community in the Dining Room[09:03] Creating Calm in the Bedroom[12:15] Nourishing Energy in the Kitchen[15:57] Boosting Visibility in Your WorkspaceThanks 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 HEREORDER OUR NEW BOOK HERE
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    24 mins