Holistic Spaces | the feng shui podcast by Mindful Design

Have you ever walked into a home and immediately felt at ease, or entered another and felt uncomfortable without knowing why? You may be more sensitive to qi than you realize. On this week’s episode, we explore how architectural and feng shui choices influence the way we experience a space, often on a subconscious level. From the micro (a dirty window) to the macro (a home filled with angled walls), even seemingly small design details can shape how a space feels and whether it invites us to stay, feel supported, and settle in—or makes us want to head for the hills!We cover: -The importance of qi in feeling good in a home-How sensitivity to energy influences perception of space-The five elements and their balance in home environments-Blocked qi and stagnant energy in spaces-Design details that impact the flow of energy-The significance of architectural choices-How to sense and improve the energy of your home…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 timeThanks 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 HERETime Stamps For This Episode:[05:28] The Role of the Five Elements[08:53] The Flow of Qi in Spaces[11:22] Stagnant Energy and Its Effects[13:10] Design Details That Impact Feelings[18:51] The Essence of Feng Shui Beyond Aesthetics

For Episode 406, we’re trying something a little different! Rather than focusing on a single topic, Anjie and Laura settle in for a relaxed, freewheeling conversation about some of their favorite ways to bring feng shui into their everyday lives. From favorite colors and places in the home to beloved scents and ways to unwind, this lighthearted episode offers a personal glimpse into the lives of two longtime collaborators and business partners.We cover: -The significance of color choices in feng shui-How scent influences mood and environment-Lighting preferences and their impact on well-being-Creating private and restful spaces-The role of sensory experiences in holistic design…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 timeThanks 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 HERETime Stamps For This Episode:[1:43] Favorite color and what it says about you [7:40] Favorite scents[11:56] Feng shui and the senses: working with fragrance [13:35] Favorite room: the bedroom as a sanctuary [19:21] When people neglect their bedrooms  [20:07] Favorite kind of light 

As we transition into November, the energy shifts toward a deeper yin season. This month invites us to slow down, reflect, and prepare for the quieter months ahead. To kick off November 2026, we are once again sharing a monthly qi forecast. We cover how we can align energetically with the qi this month, what we can learn from this month’s solar terms, and what’s in store for each of the Chinese zodiac animals. Plus, Laura shares a tarot reading for the Holistic Spaces podcast listener community.We cover: -Solar terms for November 2026-How to align with the qi of the month-What the moon cycle tells us-A very seasonally appropriate tarot reading-What the different animals of the zodiac should be on the lookout for…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 timeThanks 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 HERETime Stamps For This Episode:[1:24] Qi Forecast for November 2026[1:36] Understanding the Yin Season and Reflection[8:21] November Zodiac Forecast[11:40] Ways to Align with November Qi[13:57] Tarot Reading Insights for November[22:49] Practical Feng Shui Tips for November[28:44] Conclusion and Call to Action

As we transition into autumn, we enter a liminal space where the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds feel thinner. In this episode of the Holistic Spaces Podcast, we reflect on the importance of remembering our loved ones during this season of remembrance, including Día de Muertos and All Souls’ Day.We also honor our dear mentor, Rosalie Prinzivalli, who passed away in July, leaving behind a body of work that has touched lives around the world. Without Rosalie, we, Anjie and Laura, may never have met. Deeply missed by so many, Rosalie’s legacy lives on through her teachings and wisdom, which we are honored to continue sharing.We cover: -Autumn as a liminal season-Cultural traditions of remembrance-How remembering loved ones connects us to gratitude, interdependence, and the people and teachings that shaped us-The history of yin feng shui and the traditional significance of ancestral burial sites.-Remembering and honoring our late mentor, Rosalie Prinzivalli...and much more!Mentioned in this episode:🔗 A Conversation with Master Feng Shui Teacher Rosalie Prinzivalli🔗 Interviewing the Lineage: Rosalie Prinzivalli🔗 Register for our free & on-demand Feng Shui plant workshop, available for a limited time🔗Harmonize your Home with Feng Shui PlantsEnhance your qi, prosperity and wellnessThanks 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 HERETime Stamps For This Episode:[2:39] Cultural Significance of Día de Muertos and All Souls Day[5:26] The Importance of Remembering Our Ancestors[8:00] Understanding Ancestry Beyond Blood Relations[10:18] Creating Spaces for Remembrance[13:09] Rituals and Offerings for Honoring Loved Ones[15:47] The Connection Between Past and Future[18:16] Honoring Rosalie: Personal Stories and Legacy[24:05] Reflections on Mentorship and Influence[29:45] Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

What happens when we change on the inside, but our homes haven’t caught up? In episode 403, we explore how feng shui can help us reshape our spaces to reflect who we’re becoming. Looking to the bagua mandala, we offer practical steps to create a home that supports your changing needs, priorities, and growth. Implementing feng shui in your life is an ongoing and lifelong process, and today's episode is a reflection on just that.We cover: -Taking note of what no longer fits-Creating space for something new-Supportive redesign through a feng shui lens-Using the five elements to support who you are becoming-Accessing the bagua to best support your new path…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 timeThanks 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 HERETime Stamps For This Episode:[1:06] Redesigning your home while redesigning your life[3:34] Start with awareness: noticing what no longer fits[6:23] Creating physical space for what’s new[9:47] Using feng shui to support personal change[10:49] The five elements: choosing the qualities you need more of[14:05] Using the bagua to reflect on where change is happening[16:49] Start slowly and make one meaningful shift at a time[18:29] Reflection: does your home support who you’re becoming?