Smashing Secrets Feng Shui

Jo Russell and Chloe Russell

Mother-daughter duo, Jo and Chloe Russell, have open conversations about all things Feng Shui. Jo Russell has been a Chinese Feng Shui consultant for over 25 years and has completed Feng Shui out reach including published books and taught globally. Her daughter Chloe aspires to build a bridge between Society and Feng Shui by opening up an array of everyday life topics to Jo and hearing how they reflect in Feng Shui.

  1. Aug 23

    Is Your Home Draining Your Energy? Feng Shui, Chi & the Hidden Power of Your Environment

    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.

  2. Jul 17

    Can't Sleep? Bedroom Feng Shui Tips for Better Sleep, Relationships & Wellbeing

    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.

  3. Jul 3

    July’s Fire Energy Is Still Rising: Your 2026 Feng Shui Forecast

    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.

  4. Jun 19

    Are You Standing at the Yang Edge? June 2026 Feng Shui Guidance for Visibility, Timing and Opportunity

    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.

  5. Jun 5

    June 2026 Flying Stars: Fire Horse Energy, Visibility, Wealth & Completion

    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.

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Mother-daughter duo, Jo and Chloe Russell, have open conversations about all things Feng Shui. Jo Russell has been a Chinese Feng Shui consultant for over 25 years and has completed Feng Shui out reach including published books and taught globally. Her daughter Chloe aspires to build a bridge between Society and Feng Shui by opening up an array of everyday life topics to Jo and hearing how they reflect in Feng Shui.

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