Smashing Secrets Feng Shui

July brings another wave of powerful fire energy as the Yin Wood Goat month combines with the Fire Horse year and the intensity of Period 9. But after the overwhelming double Horse energy of June, could this month offer a more focused, creative and manageable path forward? In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo explores the energetic shift arriving from 7 July and explains how July’s Fl...

In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo explores the concept of the “Yang Edge”, the powerful energetic threshold where yang energy reaches its peak and the moment for action arrives. As June 2026 brings us close to the summer solstice, fire energy is at its strongest. This is a time of visibility, movement, courage and opportunity, especially for those who feel ready to step forward, sh...

In this episode, Jo shares the June 2026 Flying Stars Feng Shui forecast, beginning from 5 June 2026 at 11:50pm, becoming more noticeable from 6 June onwards. June arrives with exceptionally strong Fire energy. We are already in Period 9, a 20-year Fire period, and 2026 is the Yang Fire Horse year. As we move towards the summer solstice on 21 June, the Fire element becomes even more pronounced. Fi...

The fire energy is rising and in a Yang Fire Horse year, this can bring transformation, visibility, emotional intensity and sudden pressure to change. In this episode, we explore how the Snake month accelerates this energy, who may feel it most, and how Feng Shui, BaZi and Qi Men Dun Jia can help you stay grounded, calm and aligned as life speeds up.

May 2026 marks the beginning of a powerful energetic shift as the fire energy of the year expands and intensifies. In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo explores the energetic forecast for May 2026, beginning from 5th May, as we move from the spring wood influence into the rising fire of summer. With the Fire Horse year, Period 9 energy, and the month of the Snake all coming together,...

Your home can look perfect on paper, strong support, good flow, great Feng Shui, and still feel off. What if the reason a house doesn’t feel right has less to do with the house… and more to do with you?  In this episode, Jo breaks down the basics of BaZi and reveals how your personal energy chart can clash with the energy of your property. From the Four Pillars of Destiny to elemental clashes, com...

In this episode of Smashing Secrets, The Beginner’s Guide to Qi Men Dun Jia (The “Mystical Doors”) continues, focusing on how to make better decisions and how to achieve better results when aligning actions with the most supportive timing throughout April. This episode explores the shift in energy from Rabbit into Water Dragon, alongside the broader Fire Horse influence, and explains how this patt...

In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo introduces the valuable Chinese Metaphysical tool known as Qi Men Dun Jia (the Mystical Doors system), a powerful and sometimes misunderstood school of Chinese metaphysics, historically associated with Sun Tzu’s Art of War and used for strategy, timing, and positioning. Jo explains how Qi Men can be applied in Feng Shui, divination, and meditation,...

After the intensity of the Metal Tiger month, a major energetic shift is arriving.   In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, we explore the transition from the bold, unpredictable energy of the Tiger into the more refined and strategic influence of the Metal Rabbit month, guiding us through March 2026 and into early April.   The Tiger brought rapid change, courage, conflict and urgency. Man...

We are officially stepping deeper into Period 9, the 20-year Fire cycle in classical Feng Shui — and the energy is intensifying.   In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, we explore the shift into the Fire Horse year of 2026, the influence of the current Metal Tiger month, and what these powerful Yang Fire energies mean for your identity, visibility, prosperity and emotional wellbeing.   If...

As we enter one of the most powerful energetic shifts of the year, this episode explores a question many people ask — when does the Chinese New Year energy actually begin? In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo breaks down the important difference between Li Chun (the Solar Chinese New Year) and the Lunar Chinese New Year celebrations, explaining why Feng Shui and Chinese astrology foll...

In this 100th episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo explores how to prepare for the Fire Horse year (2026) using classical feng shui principles, Chinese New Year traditions, and Qi Men Dun Jia intention work.   As the new lunar year approaches, this episode explains how to clear old energy, reset your home, and consciously align with the fiery, spiritual momentum of the Horse. Listeners are gu...

As we step into a new calendar year, we are still energetically completing the final stages of the Yin Wood Snake year. In this solo episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo offers a calm, reflective January 2026 Feng Shui forecast, guiding you through this important transitional moment before the Fire Horse year fully arrives in February.   January carries Yin Earth Ox energy — a stabilising, re...

In this powerful new episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Chloe and Jo dive deep into a month filled with transformation, breakthrough moments, and emotional alchemy. From Chloe’s freediving journey in Dahab to intense breathwork sessions that unlocked deep trauma release, this episode explores how mind over matter, water, fire, and energy cycles shape our inner world.   Jo unpacks the snake–pig...

In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Chloe dials in from Dahab, Egypt (with a rogue mosquito and roaming camels for company) while Jo unpacks one of the most powerful astrological shifts on the horizon: the Yang Fire Horse year of 2026. 🔥🐎   Together, we explore what the Fire Horse energy really means, why it’s so intense compared to the last Fire Horse year in 1966, and how it will pe...

In this Halloween-special episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Chloe and Jo dive into a powerful November forecast — exploring fire–water energy, flying stars, astrology crossovers, and the transformational cycle we’re entering.   We’re at the tail-end of a Fire Dog month and stepping into a powerful Fire Pig month, bringing emotion, momentum and big change energy. Expect rapid shifts, unexpecte...

This week on Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Chloe and Jo ride the wave from a very real forest-fire moment (with a heroic cat Theo) to the soothing science of Blue Mind, before landing on your feng shui guide for September. We unpack the shift from Monkey month → Rooster month (starts 7 September) in a Snake year, what that means for BaZi (Chinese astrology), and how to work with yin wood over yin me...

In this episode of Smashing Secrets, Chloe and Jo settle in with a cup (or several!) of tea and dive into a soulful mix of stories, energy shifts, and spiritual insights. From the magic of matcha ceremonies and tea rituals to deep personal transformations, this one flows between laughter, synchronicities, and those unexpected “full-circle” moments.   Chloe shares her recent adventures — from campi...

Get ready for an August packed with mischief, strategy, transformation, and hidden revelations as the Yang Wood Monkey swings into action — and locks eyes with the cunning Snake. In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Chloe and her mum Jo break down what this powerful cosmic pairing means for your relationships, career moves, home energy, and personal transformation.   You’ll discover: 🌳...

This heartfelt and hilarious episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui dives into the emotional power of letting go. Chloe and Jo talk emotional detoxing, moon rituals, feng shui tips for shifting stagnant energy, and the astrology of the Cancer new moon. Expect giggles, grounding wisdom, and rituals you can try at home — from salt water soaks to nutmeg baths. If you’re navigating emotional overwhelm,...

In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Chloe and Jo dive into the powerful influence of your home’s main entrance—also known as your “threshold of chi.” Learn how the direction of your front door can attract prosperity, trigger unexpected challenges, or even erode your savings in 2025. Jo breaks down which directions are considered “golden doors” for wealth and opportunity, and which ones...

Jo’s flying solo in this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui while Chloe soaks up the sun in Cape Verde! Dive into her intuitive forecast for June as she explores how the energy of the month will impact each of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals. Whether you’re a Dragon or a Pig, get ready to hear what the stars (and Jo) have in store for you. Plus, a little heartfelt message about missing Chloe 💫

Welcome to Smashing Secrets Feng Shui – and it’s our 90th episode! 🎉 Chloe and Jo dive into a beautifully chaotic and joy-filled conversation about feng shui, relationships, and the powerful symbolism of the number 90 in Period 9.   Expect spontaneous laughter, surprise guest appearances (hi Tonya 👋), a touch of cheeky astrology, and a whole lot of practical feng shui wisdom. We explore:   ✨ Wh...

In this episode, mother-daughter duo Jo and Chloe catch up and share their personal and astrological journeys. They discuss the energies of the 'Net of Heaven and Hell,' with particular emphasis on the transformative power of the upcoming Snake energy on May 5th. The episode covers the impact of various astrological influences, updates on personal challenges, and offers Feng Shui tips for the mont...

Jo and Chloe reflect on how their March was with personal stories and insights, as well as discuss what energies are in store this April 2025. Tune in to activate your best Feng Shui and harness great energy.   ______   Smashing Secrets Feng Shui has been brought to you by Mother-Daughter Duo Jo and Chloe Russell. For in-depth monthly horoscopes and other Feng Shui and Chinese astrology updates, s...