In this episode, we’re sharing a feng shui qi forecast for the month of July 2026! 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.

What we talk about in this episode:

-July's energetic themes and solar terms

-Fire element and summer energy

-Chinese zodiac month of the Ram and its significance

-Tarot card insights for July

-Balancing fire with water and nature cues
...and much more!

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Time stamps for this episode:
[01:22] July's Qi Forecast Overview
[02:39] Understanding Fire Energy in July
[04:14] Solar Terms and Their Significance
[07:44] Exploring the Chinese Zodiac for July
[12:43] Aligning with July's Qi Energy
[15:14] Tarot Card Reading for July
[21:13] Practical Applications of Feng Shui
[24:45] Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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For Episode 387, we are delighted and honored to welcome back one of our mentors, Katherine Metz, for a conversation on the deep symbolism and practical applications of the Fire Element in Feng Shui. Together, we explore how Fire relates to the seasons, personal qi, and the I Ching, while offering practical insights into balancing and cultivating Fire energy to support harmony, vitality, inspiration, and personal growth. We love Katherine and today is a fun and very illuminating conversation.

What we talk about in this episode:

-Fire element in Feng Shui and seasonality

-The symbolism of the fire trigram in the I Ching

-Balancing fire and water for emotional health

-The essence of fire: decorum and decorum as virtue

-Fire in personal qi and face reading

-The role of fire in creativity and leadership
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Katherine Metz

Pure Professor

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Time stamps for this episode:
[02:33] Understanding the Fire Element
[05:35] The Fire Trigram and Its Significance
[08:19] Essence of Fire: Decorum and Clarity
[10:59] Personal Qi and Fire Element
[13:22] Balancing Fire and Water Elements
[16:09] Fire in the Context of Personal Expression
[19:05] The Interplay of Fire and Water in Feng Shui
[24:35] Exploring Emotional Fire and Water
[27:12] The Balance of Fire: Intensity and Vulnerability
[29:24] Personal Reflections on Fire Element
[32:16] Compassion as the Virtue of Fire
[36:50] Cultivating Fire in Feng Shui Practice

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As we step into the fiery energy of June, we’re joined once again by our longtime friend and collaborator, Katie Hess of LOTUSWEI. Katie is an author, flower alchemist, and expert in bioenergetic remedies.

At this midpoint of the year, we check in on each of the Chinese zodiac animals and explore the themes unfolding in the Year of the Horse. Katie shares a flower ally for every zodiac sign, offering support, insight, and guidance for the months ahead.

Join us for a conversation on zodiac wisdom, flower elixirs, and how to work with the energetic currents of the year.

What we talk about in this episode:

-Horse year symbolism and energy themes

-Flower elixirs as natural medicine

-Mid-year review and reflection

-Zodiac animal support strategies
…and much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Katie Hess

Flower Hunters

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Time stamps for this episode:
[00:00] Introduction to the Horse Year and Flower Allies
[02:41] Mid-Year Review: Themes and Reflections
[12:49] Zodiac Animals and Their Flower Allies
[30:42] The Power of Teamwork and Collaboration
[31:51] Embracing Support and Unity
[35:14] Transformative Work in a Horse Year
[37:32] Nurturing Purpose and Mission
[39:22] Refining Through Challenges
[40:46] Community and Connection for Monkeys
[42:22] Fearlessness and Exploration for Dogs
[46:44] Clarity and Priorities for Pigs
[50:40] Embracing Impermanence and Acceptance

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