In this episode, I’m joined by Lisa Alban of Cloud 9 Feng Shui to explore Period Nine, the energy cycle that began in 2024, and how it’s showing up for women today. Lisa, a certified Feng Shui practitioner, shares insights on balance, purpose, and empowerment through the lens of current events.
We cover topics like:
The first female president in Mexico and what it signals for women’s leadership globally
Women building communities, supporting each other, and creating spaces for success
Female athletes and women-owned sports bars dedicated to women’s sports
Middle-aged celebrities making an impact and challenging societal perceptions
How the current cycle shines a light on women stepping into visibility, power, and influence
A conversation anyone curious about women’s empowerment, societal shifts, and the energetic patterns influencing how women show up in the world today.
Time Stamps:
Chapters
00:00 Opening
02:31 Exploring Period Nine and the Age of Aquarius
05:01 Women in Leadership: Rising Voices and New Spaces
07:33 The Power of Collaboration in Women's Sports
09:31 Navigating Change: Historical Context and Current Events
12:00 Generational Perspectives: Hope and Awareness
14:13 Emotional Intelligence: The Female Experience
19:13 Empowerment Through Knowledge: Conversations on Health
21:54 The Future of Women's Health and Leadership
25:00 Navigating Middle-Aged Women's Issues
26:56 Embracing Authenticity in Celebrity Culture
30:20 The Shift in Perception of Aging
32:42 Illuminating Uncomfortable Conversations
34:46 The Rise of Women-Centric Communities
36:32 Reevaluating Housing and Community Living
40:57 The Future of Real Estate and Community Collaboration
45:21 final thoughts
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Website https://www.cloud9fengshui.com/
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Conscience Collaboration Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-conscious-collaboration/id1459297128
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In this episode of the Learn Feng Shui Podcast, host Candice Berlanga explores the intersection of Feng Shui and the supernatural, focusing on haunted houses, spiritual energies, and the impact of location on energy flow. We look at the significance of the Northeast and Southwest corners of a home, the effects of living near cemeteries, and the influence of certain plants.
Folklore Friday: Haunted objects and cursed items throughout history.
0:05 Intro
01:27 Feng Shui & the Spiritual Realm
03:10 Energy of Sectors
06:03 What to avoid
07:05 Plants and Trees to avoid
09:05 Overly “Yin” Energies
12:45 Land with Negative History
17:00 Statues and Figures
19:13 Haunted Objects
22:05 The Hope Diamond
23:37 The Dibbik Box
24:48 The Tallman Bunkbeds
25:46 The Busby Stoop Chair
26:34 Crying Boys Painting
27:13 The Woman from the Line Painting
27:54 The Orlov Diamond
28:50 Jame Dean Porche
30:07 The Bassano Vase
30:55 The Hands That Resist Him
32:34 Famous Cursed Dolls
38:45 Final Thoughts
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Sources:
https://www.fengshuibalanz.com/feng-shui/outdoor/ghosts-spirits/
https://fengshuinexus.com/feng-shui-rules/feng-shui-rules-related-to-supernatural/
Folklore Friday
https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/real-haunted-dolls-annabelle-robert-the-doll-and-lily/
https://usghostadventures.com/americas-most-haunted-trending/the-worlds-most-cursed-objects/
This month’s energy update looks at the shifting tone of October , from the flying stars and zodiac influences to what this season means energetically. I’ll also share a few thoughts on Halloween décor and how short-term decorations fit into the flow of your home’s energy. Tune in for a look at what to expect this month and how to stay in tune with the changing season.
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Newsletter- Read Here
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to October's Energy Update
00:24 Natural Phenomena and Seasonal Foods
01:49 Zodiac Forecasts and Their Impacts
06:44 Feng Shui Insights for October
14:08 Flying Stars and Their Significance
21:58 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics
25:05 Outro
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In this bonus episode, I’m sharing a special segment from Dr. Amatma, who explains how your menstrual cycle mirrors the seasons of nature. You’ll hear how each phase, like springtime after your period or the inward energy of winter, connects to your hormones and energy levels. Afterward, I’ll chat about traditional Chinese medicine insights on Jing and seasonal intimacy, along with a few herbs that can help support women’s health, libido, and overall vitality.
Monthly newsletter- Read here
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https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/about
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Today, we explore how the energy of "Period 9" is showing up at the intersection of AI technology and mental health, discuss the risks of relying on AI for emotional support and the dangers of digital relationships. We also discuss the importance of human connection and the need for caution in navigating the fast-paced digital world, and the impact of technology on personal relationships. We explore the energy of wealth in the current time cycle and the unstable future of real estate. Folklore Friday- AI modern day trickster? The real dangers of AI & mental health.
Key Take Aways:
00:00The Rise of AI in Counseling
08:44 Wealth Energy in Period Nine
12:32 The Journey to Success: Behind the $81 Million Launch
14:13 Strategic Retreat: The Importance of Patience and Preparation
14:27 The Dark Side of AI Guidance
16:19 Folklore and Trickster Spirits
20:22 Zhang Kui: The Protector Against Trickery
21:30 AI: A Modern Trickster?
21:39 AI Psychosis and Communal Narcissism
23:58 Grounding in Reality vs. Spiritual Fantasies
24:53 The Impact of AI on Mental Health
26:53The Ethical Concerns of AI in Therapy
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—-Sources:
https://www.realtor.com/news/first-person/all-women-tiny-home-village-texas/
https://www.foxla.com/news/chatgpt-openai-suicide-lawsuit-adam-raine
https://brickthology.com/category/guiguzi/
https://www.localiiz.com/post/chinese-mythology-101-zhong-kui
If you’re over 35 and feeling confused by shifting hormones, fertility struggles, or even early signs of perimenopause, you’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with highly respected naturopathic fertility doctor Dr. Aumatma to uncover the biggest misconceptions about pregnancy and hormones after 35. We explore natural approaches to balancing hormones, improving fertility, and navigating the change of life in a natural way.
In this episode, we also connect these ideas to the Three Treasures of Chinese metaphysics Jing, Qi, and Shen showing how nurturing your essence, energy, and spirit can support your health during life’s changes.
Dr Aumatma -
Connect with Dr. Aumatma on Instagram
Check out Dr. Aumatma on the TEDx Stage! HolisticFertilityInstitute.com | madrefertility.com
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In this month’s episode, we look at the shifting energies of September and how to work with them for balance, focus, and good fortune.
Solar cycles – What seasonal transitions mean for your health and energy.
Staying well – Tips for supporting your body and mind during this month’s shifts.
Zodiac forecast – Which animal signs feel the strongest impact in September.
Flying Star update – How the monthly stars affect each sector of your home or business, plus adjustments you can make
Tune in to get ahead of the month’s energy and use it to your advantage.
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Source:
In this episode, we’re flowing into the world of water in Feng Shui. Water isn’t just about ponds and fountains. it represents wealth, vitality, and movement. I’ll explain how classical Feng Shui determines where water belongs through the concept of direct and indirect spirit, balancing yin and yang energies, and how time cycles determine whether an area is active or inactive. I also talk water "forms"
We’ll also look at Folklore of sacred springs, healing wells, and even the legendary Fountain of Youth & exploring why water has always been seen as both life-giving and mysterious.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• The difference between yin and yang water placements in Feng Shui.
• How time cycles determine where mountains and water should be placed.
• Why water is considered one of the most powerful symbols of prosperity.
• Folklore surrounding sacred waters and the timeless search for rejuvenation.
Time stamps-
00:00 Intro
00:39 Welcome
01:34 Water in Chinese Metaphysics
02:57 Water Placement theory
04:05 Direct and Indirect Spirit
07:09 Water Forms & Formations
10:01 Water Quality
11:13 Sound Sha
13:40 The Fountain of Youth
15:24 5 Places Rumored to Have Healing Water, Mineral Wells Texas
18:25 Blue Lagoon Iceland
21:12 Our Lady of Lourdes
22:45 Warm Springs, Georgia
24:01 Thoughts and Speculations
26:34 Outro
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Sources:
Water Placement in feng shui-
https://thealterlife.com/article/water-and-feng-shui/
Joey Yap Feng Shui for Home Buyers - Exterior
In this episode of Learn Feng Shui, we explore the symbolic and energetic meaning of gateways from the practical Feng Shui principles behind the Castle Gate and Eight Mansions methods, to moon doors, traditional courtyards, and their connection to flow and protection. Then, in our Folklore Friday segment, we shift into the mystical side looking at pyramids, portals, and the hidden thresholds that may exist in our everyday world.
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Timestamps-
00:00 Intro
00:26 Welcome
01:02 Portal to other realms
02:12 Garden Gates
03:14 Church Gates and Lynchgates
07:15 Moongates
08:52 Feng Shui formulas & courtyards
14:13 Folklore Friday, Portals and disappearances
15:30 Portals in the pyramids
17:45 Bonus Audio Christian Kyriacou
21:09 Unexplained Disappearances and portals
31:43 Final Thoughts
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Sources- Moon gates:
https://zafigo.com/travel/zafigo-stories/20210716-mesmerising-moon-gates-around-the-world/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/281886105961506/permalink/1445591966257575/?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moon_gate
Lych gate-
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lychgate
TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8hWqcxP/
Folklore segment:
We time-slipped while driving home” | Unsettling Glitch in the Matrix Stories – Spotify podcast
https://creators.spotify.com/…/We-time-slipped-while-driving-home
• “Time Traveling” | Dark Paradox 88
https://darkparadox88.blogspot.com/2012/02/time-travelling.html
• “Glitch in the Matrix” Reddit Thread – Traffic freeze and static sensation
https://www.reddit.com/r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix/comments/pu0ucl
• “Creepy Tales of Interdimensional Travel” – Listverse
https://listverse.com/2014/05/05/10-creepy-tales-of-interdimensional-travel
• “Missing Time on Familiar Drive” – Reddit Glitch in the Matrix
https://www.reddit.com/r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix/comments/15z7j9s
https://www.reddit.com/r/Missing411/comments/g9myev/portals/
Welcome to the August energy update! This Month of the Monkey starts on August 7th, and there’s plenty of energy stirring in the cosmos and your home as we transition to the fall season.
In this episode:
What the Monkey month means and how to work with its energy
Flying Star Feng Shui - Feng Shui adjustments you can make to stay aligned
Stay grounded and make the most of the energy flowing through August.
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This episode an audio only version of the earlier episode correcting inconsistent audio levels - featuring Architect, musician, and Feng Shui Master Christian Kyriacou, The House Whisperer, joins us to explore energy, portals, and the deeper connection between you and your home.
What if your home reflected your inner world—or even acted as a portal to other realms?
In this episode, we explore the hidden energy of space, etheric gateways, and how stillness and sacred geometry shape our experience of place. Christian's Past life memories and MORE!
We also discuss his creative project The VESICAN. Ajourney through light codes, cosmic memory, and awakening.
🔗 Connect with Christian Kyriacou | The House Whisperer
Website: thehousewhisperer.tv
Books: The Vesican & The House Whisperer
Whispers of the Ancients Project: Learn More
Certified House Whispering Academy: Training Info
Consultations: Book Here | Email: christian@kyriacou.com
Conscious Architecture:
Facebook:
– Christian Kyriacou (Profile)
– The House Whisperer (Page)
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From lighting up the night sky to testing the limits of weather, fireworks have a history that goes far beyond celebration. In this episode, we explore the fiery origins of fireworks, their role in global festivals, and how they found their way into weather experiments and folklore. As well as 12 fiery festivals around the world.
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00:00 Intro
00:26 Welcome
01:03 The history of Fireworks
03:55 Sound, Fireworks and the Weather
17:16 Fiery Festivals around the world
23:38 Final Thoughts
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Sources:
12 Fiery Celebrations:
https://www.atlasobscura.com/lists/firework-celebrations
Weather experiments:
This month’s energy is shaped by the Water Goat, a time of quiet strength, emotional depth, and slow but steady movement. In this episode. I break down the Flying Star combinations and zodiac influences that shape the tone of July. For lucky dates and seasonal Feng Shui tips, be sure to check out the full newsletter HERE: July Newsletter
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https://www.learnfengshui.com/animal-sign-calculator
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Sources: https://www.shanghaimedicalclinic.com/the-24th-solar-terms-of-xiaoshu-preserve-health-with-tcm/
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:26 Welcome
01:43 Energy tone and staying healthy
06:24 Weather trends
07:15 Zodiac Forecasts
12:23 Feng Shui Flying Stars
21:39 No Renovation Sectors
22:25 Final thoughts
23:57 Outro
Architect, musician, and Feng Shui Master Christian Kyriacou—The House Whisperer—joins us to explore energy, portals, and the deeper connection between you and your home.
What if your home reflected your inner world—or even acted as a portal to other realms?
In this episode, we explore the hidden energy of space, etheric gateways, and how stillness and sacred geometry shape our experience of place. Christian's Past life memories and MORE!
We also discuss his creative project The VESICAN—a journey through light codes, cosmic memory, and awakening.
🔗 Connect with Christian Kyriacou | The House Whisperer
Website: thehousewhisperer.tv
Books: The Vesican & The House Whisperer
Whispers of the Ancients Project: Learn More
Certified House Whispering Academy: Training Info
Consultations: Book Here | Email: christian@kyriacou.com
Conscious Architecture:
Facebook:
– Christian Kyriacou (Profile)
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In this Father’s Day episode, we explore the Northwest sector in Feng Shui and its connection to father energy, leadership, and protection. We also look at how the father wound can show up in our lives and how to begin healing. In our Folklore Friday segment, we dive into men’s vitality in Chinese medicine—touching on jing, semén retention, and how ancient practices supported masculine energy over time.
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00:00 intro
00:28 welcome
01:43 Northwest sector
08:33 Father wounds
12:16 Feng Shui adjustments to encourage leadership
14:59 TCM and Male vitality
22:15 Final Thoughts
22:58 Outro
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Sources:
Jing- https://rebelmednw.com/2020/07/traditional-chinese-medicine-and-mens-health/
https://www.britishacupuncturefederation.co.uk/2023/01/03/the-three-treasures-jing-shen-and-qi/
https://www.attachmentproject.com/psychology/father-wound/
June Energy Update – Seasonal Shifts, Zodiac Forecast & Feng Shui
In this June energy update, we explore the transition into full summer —what it means for your energy, your health, and your home. Drawing from this month’s newsletter, I’ll share practical ways to align with the seasonal flow using Chinese metaphysics, including Flying Star Feng Shui, the Chinese zodiac forecast, and where to avoid renovations this month.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
• What the shift into summer means for your health and energy
• The Horse month’s influence and which animal signs are most impacted
• The Flying Star chart highlights—what sectors to activate and which to leave alone
• Renovation warning zones you’ll want to keep calm this month
Resources :
June Newsletter (available on the blog - https://www.learnfengshui.com/post/newsletter-june-2025 )
TCM:
https://www.newjerseyacupuncture.com/blog/2014/6/2/bearded-grain-mang-zhong-seasonal-node-jie-qi-friday-june-6-2014
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In this episode, we explore the powerful symbolism of the snake across Feng Shui, Chinese astrology, and energy work. You’ll learn how to recognize snake energy in your home and birth chart, how to work with the Fire element to activate transformation , and why the snake is often linked to kundalini awakenings—including when not to stir that energy.
We’ll also explore some folklore surrounding the snake as a sign of wisdom, seduction, and hidden power. Whether you’re born in a Snake year or just curious about what this symbol means for your space and energy, this episode is packed with insights.
Where “snake” energy shows up in your home and décor
The snake in your Chinese zodiac chart
Ways to safely bring in the Fire element through Feng Shui
The dangers of activating kundalini before you’re ready
Folklore and ancient meanings behind the snake symbol
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Resources:
https://raganugaprembhakti.wordpress.com/risks-and-precautions-in-kundalini-awakening/
In this episode of Learn Feng Shui, I’m sharing my biggest takeaways from the 2025 Feng Shui Summit. I’ll walk you through three powerful sessions I attended and offer insights from my own presentation. You’ll hear how these teachings aren’t just theory — I’m applying them in real, everyday ways, from shifting my gardening space to adjusting my living room setup and just keeping a positive mindset. I also share a bit about how one session in particular resonated with me and my own recent health struggles.
Whether you’re new to Feng Shui or have been practicing for a while, these practical insights can help you better align with the energy of the year, the seasons, and your space and shift your perspective
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How Feng Shui can support healing, both physically and emotionally
Why timing matters and how to adjust your environment throughout the year
Practical ways I’m using flying star energy in my home
How we can honor tradition while making Feng Shui work for our lives today
Speakers mentioned:
Grab your recording of this years IFSG Summit HERE:
Info and complete list of all speakers : https://www.ifsguild.org/feng-shui-summit/
Recordings package: https://www.ifsguild.org/feng-shui-video-learning-series/
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In this episode, I break down the monthly Flying Star energies for May and what they mean for each sector of your space. Learn how the energy shifts could impact your personal Gua number, and seasonal tips to focus your attention to wellbeing and success. Which sectors should be kept quiet this month as well as Zodiac forecasts for the month.
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In this episode, we’re exploring the interesting Feng Shui practice of door tilting—what it is, why it’s done, and how it can impact the flow of energy in a space. From correcting a home’s orientation to aligning with auspicious energies tilting a door is more than just a design choice. I’ll also touch on its prominent use in cities like San Francisco, where geography and cultural influence play a role, and we’ll look at when this technique may or may not be appropriate. Whether you’ve seen this method before or are hearing about it for the first time, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of how subtle shifts in structure can create major impact for better...or worse.
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Sources:
https://fengshuimechanics.com/2017/08/30/tilted-door/
https://www.geomancy.net/forums/topic/3405-how-to-tilt-front-door/
https://fengshuimechanics.com/2022/05/15/exposing-the-myth-of-flying-star-tilted-doors/