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What if you could align your intentions with the energetic archetypes of leadership, courage, communication, intuition and prosperity? In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo introduces the 10 Deities of Qi Men Dun Jia, an ancient Chinese metaphysical system used in Feng Shui, destiny analysis and strategic decision-making. Discover the distinctive qualities of the Chief, Nine Heavens, Nine Earth, Surging Snake, Great Moon, Six Harmony, Grappling Hook, White Tiger, Red Phoenix and Black Tortoise. Jo explores the strengths and shadow expressions of each deity, from manifestation, influence and expansion to relationships, hidden knowledge and decisive action. You’ll also learn how your birth chart’s Destiny Palace can reveal your personal guardian deity, how Qi Men Dun Jia can be applied to your home, and how these archetypal energies may help you focus your intentions more clearly. As the intensity of the 2026 Fire Horse begins to settle and the 2027 Yin Fire Goat approaches, this accessible introduction offers a timely way to reflect, prepare and move forward with greater purpose. Perfect for anyone interested in Qi Men Dun Jia, Feng Shui, Chinese metaphysics, spiritual growth, manifestation and personal destiny.

What does October 2026 hold for your home, work, relationships and prosperity? In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo explores the October 2026 Monthly Flying Stars and BaZi energy, beginning on 8 October with the arrival of Cold Dew and the powerful Yang Earth Dog month. Discover how October’s strong Earth and Fire energy can help you complete unfinished projects, strengthen your foundations and turn intentions into tangible results. Jo reveals the most supportive Feng Shui sectors for wealth, romance, recognition, study and success, including the Southeast, Northwest, Southwest and South, along with the areas that may bring delays, pressure, overthinking, gossip or money loss. You’ll also learn simple Five Element Feng Shui remedies for the North, Northeast and East sectors, plus which Chinese zodiac signs may feel this month’s energy most strongly: Dog, Dragon, Rabbit, Tiger, Horse, Rooster, Goat and Ox. Tune in for practical Feng Shui guidance to help you work with October’s energy, overcome stagnation and move forward with greater confidence. Learn more at smashingssecrets.com.

Does your home look perfectly fine but still feel heavy, uncomfortable or strangely unsettled? You may be noticing the effects of blocked or stagnant chi. In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo reveals five important signs that your home’s energy needs a feng shui reset. As the intense energy of the 2026 Fire Horse year begins to cool and condense, this is the ideal time to observe your surroundings, release accumulated energy and restore a greater sense of balance, support and flow. Discover how your home may be affecting your sleep, motivation, relationships, wellbeing and ability to move forward. Jo explores the feng shui of your main entrance, bedroom and the centre, or Tai Chi, of your home, as well as the importance of the surrounding landscape and the protective Celestial Tortoise position behind your property. You’ll learn how to recognise common signs of stagnant chi, including: A home or room that feels “off” for no obvious reason A blocked, cluttered or unwelcoming entrance Poor sleep in a bedroom that doesn’t feel restful Delays, unfinished projects and a lack of motivation Repeated breakages, flickering lights or persistent problems A home that feels exposed, unsupported or difficult to settle in Jo also shares simple and practical feng shui remedies to help activate positive chi, clear stagnant energy and create a calmer, more supportive home. These gentle changes, from improving lighting and removing clutter to opening pathways and strengthening your property’s boundaries, can make a meaningful difference without expensive renovations or dramatic alterations. If your home feels stuck, your energy may be telling you it’s time for a reset. Start observing your space, make one positive change and notice what begins to shift.

September’s Flying Stars double up, amplifying both opportunity and risk throughout your home. In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, discover which sectors could support wealth, creativity, relationships and career growth, and which areas need extra care. From 7 September to early October 2026, learn why the east, southeast and north are especially auspicious, why the south should remain peaceful, and how to reduce conflict and miscommunication in the west and southwest. You’ll also get simple, practical Feng Shui tips to help you work with the Month of the Rooster’s powerful energy. Listen now to prepare your home, and yourself, for an intense but opportunity-filled month.

Is your home supporting your health, relationships and prosperity, or could the Feng Shui of your environment actually be draining your energy? In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, we go back to the foundations of Classical Feng Shui and explore how the physical environment around your home can influence the quality and movement of Chi long before you begin working with Flying Stars, BaZi or Qi Men Dun Jia. As we move into the autumn energy of 2026, we look at why your surroundings, landscape and the physical form of your property matter, and how seemingly simple features such as hills, roads, neighbouring buildings, pathways and your front entrance can affect the way energy reaches and moves through your home. We explore Form School Feng Shui, including the Four Celestial Animals, the Black Tortoise, Green Dragon, White Tiger and Red Phoenix, and what they can reveal about support, opportunity, balance and the flow of energy around your property. You’ll also discover how to look at your home through the eyes of Chi: where energy enters, whether it can gather, how it moves through your rooms, and what features such as clutter, staircases, narrow entrances or fast-moving pathways might be doing to that flow. In this episode: How your surrounding landscape affects the Feng Shui of your home Why Form School Feng Shui comes before Flying Stars How to tell whether your property feels supported or exposed The meaning of the Black Tortoise, Green Dragon, White Tiger and Red Phoenix Why the main entrance is considered the Chi mouth of the home How the Ming Tang or Bright Hall allows energy to gather How clutter and obstacles can disrupt the flow of Chi What staircases, pathways and room layouts can do to household energy How to assess the Yin and Yang balance of your environment A simple exercise for seeing your home as if you were Chi entering it for the first time Before reaching for Feng Shui cures, colours, crystals or wealth activations, this episode invites you to start with something much more fundamental: the relationship between your home, the landscape around it and the energy it is actually able to receive. If your home has ever felt strangely exhausting, unsettled or simply “off”, this episode may help you understand why.

August is bringing intense Fire Horse energy, shifting Flying Stars and a powerful solar eclipse, but where should you seek opportunity, and which areas of your home need extra care? August 2026 is a month of heightened energy, transformation and new beginnings. In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo explores the month’s Flying Star formation, the growing influence of the Fire Horse year and the powerful solar eclipse on 12 August. Discover which areas of your home could support wealth, communication and completion, and why the north, northeast and northwest may benefit from greater peace and quiet. Jo also shares practical ways to work with the eclipse through reflection, decluttering, mindfulness and making space for positive change. Could this be your moment to release an old pattern, reconnect with your purpose and step more fully into your authentic self?

Is your bedroom helping you rest, or keeping you awake? In this episode of Smashing Secrets Feng Shui, Jo explores how your bedroom layout, furniture placement and Feng Shui can influence your sleep, wellbeing and relationships, especially during periods of hot weather when rest can feel impossible. Discover practical Feng Shui tips to create a calming bedroom that supports deep sleep, emotional balance and stronger relationships. Jo explains why your bedroom is one of the most important spaces in your home, how yin and yang energy affects your wellbeing, and the simple changes that could make a real difference. In this episode you'll learn: 🌙 Why the bedroom is the most important Yin space in your home 🛏️ The best Feng Shui bed position for sleep and security ❤️ How bedroom layout can influence relationships and attract love 📱 Why mirrors, clutter and technology may be disrupting your rest 🌬️ How fans, windows and room layout affect your energy during hot weather 🧭 How your personal Gua and Eight Mansions can improve sleep and wellbeing ✨ Easy Feng Shui changes you can make tonight This episode is perfect if you're interested in: Bedroom Feng Shui Better sleep Sleep hygiene Home wellbeing Relationship Feng Shui Blue Mind & mindful living Yin and Yang Holistic health 🎧 Want to discover your personal best sleeping direction? Join our Patreon, where Jo shares personalised Gua directions based on your year of birth, along with exclusive Feng Shui guidance not available on the podcast.

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 Flying Stars could influence your home, health, relationships, communication, career and finances. Discover: Why July’s Wood Goat energy continues to fuel the fire How to channel momentum without becoming stressed or overcommitted Which areas of your home support wealth, creativity, romance and progress Why the south and west need extra calm and protection this month How the north could unlock new financial opportunities Simple Feng Shui cures using metal, water, light and decluttering Why careful communication could help you avoid conflict, gossip and misunderstandings The best sectors for completing projects, improving wellbeing and attracting long-term success July’s energy is fast, passionate and full of potential, but balance is essential. Learn how to keep your home—and yourself—cool, calm and grounded while making the most of the month’s opportunities. Patreon members can access a deeper Flying Stars forecast, including additional Feng Shui cures, activations and personalised recommendations.

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, share their knowledge, launch an idea, or become more visible in their work and life. Jo explains how this principle appears throughout Feng Shui, BaZi, Qi Men Dun Jia, Daoist philosophy and the I Ching, showing how timing, environment and personal action all interact through the trilogy of luck: Heaven Luck, Earth Luck and Man Luck. You’ll learn how to recognise the signs of standing at your own Yang Edge, from repeated opportunities and synchronicities to the feeling of excitement and fear arriving at the same time. Jo also shares practical Feng Shui guidance for June 2026, including which areas of the home may offer the most support for communication, creativity, grounding, prosperity and taking that next brave step. This episode is for anyone feeling the pull towards change, visibility or forward movement, but who may still be hesitating at the edge.   ______   For in-depth monthly horoscopes and other Feng Shui and Chinese astrology updates, subscribe to our Patreon: patreon.com/smashingsecrets For monthly Feng Shui advice subscribe to our newsletter through our website smashingsecrets.com Follow us on Instagram for weekly updates @smashingsecrets © 2026 Smashing Secrets. All Rights Reserved.

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. Fire is associated with: Visibility Reputation Fame Recognition Marketing Branding Performance Illumination Exposure Expansion This makes June a powerful month for anyone working with public presence, creativity, performance, media, communication, reputation-building or personal visibility. At the centre of the chart, the Flying Star 4 arrives, bringing themes of popularity, creativity, study, romance, writing, learning and communication. Because the centre influences the whole chart, these themes ripple through the entire month. Jo also revisits the Trilogy of Luck: Heaven Luck — the stars, timing, BaZi and cycles we cannot change, but can read and understand. Earth Luck — the Feng Shui of our homes, rooms, sectors, furniture and physical environment. Man Luck — the choices we make, the actions we take, and how consciously we work with the energy available. The episode then moves through each sector of the home for June 2026. The South contains wealth potential, but also pressure. This sector can support prosperity, especially for those who benefit from Fire energy, but it should be kept peaceful and quiet due to the annual misfortune star. The Southwest brings auspicious energy for new beginnings and longer-term wealth. Spending time here, or sitting with your back to the southwest, can help draw in supportive energy. The West supports success, authority and helpful opportunities. It is a useful sector for increasing recognition and results. The Northwest needs care, as a difficult monthly star brings potential challenges. Avoid renovations, loud noise or heated arguments in this area. The North holds surprising prosperity potential, including unexpected opportunities or windfalls. However, because the annual Six Killings energy is also present, this sector should be used calmly rather than aggressively activated. The Northeast is creative and supportive for study or writing, but may also carry a risk of misunderstanding, gossip, betrayal or unclear intentions. Use this area gently and avoid mean-spirited dynamics. The East is one of the more supportive sectors for completion. This is a strong area for finishing projects, meeting deadlines, wrapping things up and seeing earlier work come to fruition. The Southeast brings movement, growth and momentum, but also conflict or impatience. It can help with procrastination, but needs to be handled carefully to avoid arguments or impulsive reactions. Jo then looks at how June 2026 may affect the Chinese zodiac animals. The Rat clashes with the Horse, making June busy, stimulating and potentially demanding — but also lucky for wealth and opportunity. The Ox should be mindful of communication and misunderstandings. The Tiger combines with the Horse, increasing Fire energy, motivation and momentum, but also impatience. The Rabbit benefits from completion energy and may see results from earlier efforts. The Dragon and Snake should avoid drama, politics and unnecessary conflict. The Horse experiences amplified energy and should be mindful of self-penalty, overdoing things or becoming its own obstacle. The Goat is well-supported by the Horse and may enjoy cooperation, visibility and relationship growth. The Monkey benefits from new beginnings and a lift in energy. The Rooster may find June successful, with helpful people and problem-solving opportunities. The Dog combines with the Horse but may face complications, delays or unexpected challenges. The Pig has generally steady energy but should avoid unnecessary risks and protect health and energy levels. Jo closes the episode by inviting listeners to get in touch for Feng Shui, BaZi or Qi Men consultations, and to join the Patreon family for daily Qi updates.

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, this is a time of momentum, visibility, transformation, emotional intensity and fast-moving opportunities. This month may bring breakthroughs, recognition, confidence, passion and prosperity — especially for those who are ready to be seen. But with so much fire energy in the atmosphere, it can also create overwhelm, restlessness, impatience, burnout or emotional flare-ups if it isn’t consciously managed. Jo shares how to work with this powerful energy rather than be swept away by it, including which Feng Shui sectors are most supportive during May, which areas to approach with care, and how different BaZi Day Masters may experience the month. In this episode, we explore: Why May 2026 marks a major increase in fire energy How this month can support visibility, launches, reputation and recognition Why water Day Masters may see wealth opportunities emerging How earth, wood and metal Day Masters may experience the month differently The importance of discernment when opportunities arrive quickly How to avoid burnout, scattered energy and emotional overwhelm The most favourable Feng Shui sectors for May: Northeast, Northwest, West, Southeast, North and South Why the Southwest and East sectors need extra care this month How to use fire, earth and metal elements to balance and direct the energy Why May is a powerful month for endings, beginnings and stepping into a bigger version of yourself This is a month to prepare, align, refine and be ready. The fire energy is rising — and if you can work with it consciously, May could open the door to powerful new beginnings. For deeper monthly guidance, Jo will also be sharing Chi Men doors and deities for May over on Patreon. You can also get in touch for BaZi, Qi Men Dun Jia or Feng Shui readings for your home or workplace. Listen now and find out how to harness the fire energy of May 2026 without burning out.

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, combinations, house directions and timing, this is a powerful introduction to how Feng Shui becomes far more personal than just interiors. If things have felt unusually tense, stuck or emotionally charged lately, this episode may explain why.   _____________________ For in-depth monthly horoscopes and other Feng Shui and Chinese astrology updates, subscribe to our Patreon: patreon.com/smashingsecrets Follow us on Twitter for daily updates @smashingsecret © 2026 Smashing Secrets. All Rights Reserved.

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 pattern of energy will set the tone for the month. The Eight Doors, Life, Open, Harm, Fear, Delusion, Death, Scenery, And Rest, are revisited, outlining what each Door supports and highlighting that none are inherently good or bad. Each Door functions as a tool, with its usefulness depending on the desired outcome and timing. The location for each Mystical Door during the month of April are then mapped out: South (Harm), Southwest (Delusion), West (Scenery), Northwest (Death), North (Fear), Northeast (Open), East (Rest), And Southeast (Life). A simple activation method is shared to set the intention for the aligned action. The episode also briefly touches on April’s Flying Star focus sectors, before closing with an invitation to explore further through Patreon and private consultations. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome and April Shift 01:10 What Is Qi Men 02:07 Eight Mystical Doors 06:13 Using Doors for Timing 09:00 April Door Map Begins 09:12 South Harm Door 10:03 Southwest Delusion Door 10:59 West Scenery Door 12:03 Northwest Death Door 13:57 North Fear Door 14:57 Northeast Open Door 16:11 East Rest Door 17:01 Southeast Life Door 18:31 Deeper Layers and Charts 19:51 Flying Stars Quick Guide 20:39 Patreon and Consultations 22:06 April Outlook and Farewell

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, especially during the active, unpredictable Fire Horse energy that is quickly growing in intensity throughout March and the spring season, to reduce impulsivity and support calm, clarity, and effective action, and to provide a valuable resource within a world that is becoming more visibly chaotic and unpredictable on a daily basis. In this episode Jo brings an introduction of QiMen to simplify the system by focusing on the Eight Mystical Doors and their uses—Open (opportunity), Rest (harmony and recuperation), Life (wealth and business), Delusion (education and research), Scenery (marketing and beauty), Death (endings and clean breaks), Fear (uncertainty, voice, and possible legal themes), and Harm (pursuit through courts). Jo also shares a simple practice using direction, intention, and timed action, in which to help begin working with this powerful system in an easy and accessible way. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome and Overview 01:26 Why Chi Men Now 03:19 Art of War Strategy 04:10 Mystical Doors Basics 06:56 Fire Horse Timing 07:41 Charts and Tools 09:24 Why Doors Matter 13:15 Eight Doors Explained 17:18 Meditation and Alignment 19:52 Command and Observe 22:09 Wrap Up and Next Steps