49: Feng Shui Your Way with Janine Lowe - Episode 49

49: Feng Shui Your Way with Janine Lowe - Episode 49

Ever wondered why that one overstuffed drawer leaves you feeling oddly stressed? In this solo episode of UK Health Radio’s *Feng Shui Your Way*, Feng Shui consultant and Chinese astrologer Janine Lowe talks about decluttering as a form of energy work, not just housework.

Speaking directly to anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed or craving a fresh start, Janine explains how clutter is "stagnant energy, or what we call blocked chi" and how it can quietly affect sleep, mood, relationships, finances and even career opportunities. You’ll hear her walk through the key areas of the home – bedroom, hallway, kitchen, living room – and explain what clutter in each space tends to reflect in life.

She shares simple, realistic methods rather than perfectionistic rules: a 15‑minute timer, loud music to keep the energy upbeat, and her three-box system of "keep, donate, discard". There’s plenty of humour too, from the infamous "everything" kitchen drawer to colour‑coded wardrobes and hangers turned the opposite way as a reality check on what actually gets worn.

Janine also links decluttering to abundance and opportunity, pointing out how specific Feng Shui areas of a home (like the southeast for wealth or north for career) respond when cleared and respected. Real-life stories – such as a client whose career shifted after reclaiming a dusty conservatory – keep the ideas grounded and practical. At its heart, the episode treats decluttering as emotional as much as physical.

Janine gently reframes guilt and attachment with the idea that "the purpose of that item has already been fulfilled", inviting people to thank things and pass them on. It’s a calm, chatty listen for anyone who suspects their piles of "stuff" might be holding more than just dust. Ready to see what your space might be saying about you?