Episode 5
005 Cultivating Sacred Space with the Direction of the North East
Our Feng Shui series continues in this episode with a deeper look at the North East corner of the Bagua Map. This is a space of knowledge, wisdom, and self-cultivation. We'll cover what kind of space would be supported in this area and how you can design it to fit your needs.
Featured in this Episode
Featured candle: Beeswax candle from Mithras Candle
Featured deck: The Deck of Celestials by Machaila Jensen
Episode Highlights
03:22 - Qualities of the Northeast corner & what works best in this space
04:57 - The process for creating a sacred meditation space
07:33 - Design the space using the six senses
Featured Exercise
What you'll need: A piece of paper and a pen
Steps:
- Write down an intention for the space
- Consider where you want this space
- Establish when you will be using this space
- Identify who will be using this space
- Explore how you will be using the space
Next, examine the space through the six senses:
- Sight: how the space looks - aesthetics, colors
- Touch: how things feel in the space - rugs or pillows, and also crystals
- Sound: what sounds you'll want to hear in this space - music, bells, singing bowls
- Smell: what scents are in this space - essential oils, teas, herbs
- Taste: what you'll be drinking or consuming in this space - tea, kombucha
- Spirit: how you'll connect with spirit in this space - a candle, plants, Oracle or Tarot deck, pendulum, journal
Are you looking for advice on the design of your space? Rachel is hosting Design Refresh episodes on the the podcast. This is perfect if you have that one room that you aren't sure what to use it for or what to do with it. This is your opportunity to get one on one advice from a holistic interior designer. These are booked on a first come first serve basis. You can book your session here.
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