The Universe is made up of energy, and this energy can build up over time and get stuck and stagnant, causing a decreased level of function – be it people, places or possessions.
Cleansing is the process of cleaning something (a person, place, or possession) of unwanted or stagnant energy, and can also refer to returning (a person, place, or possession) to it’s original and purest form.
Cleansing can be seen as the process of freeing something so it is able to perform in its intended capacity.
Some objects, particularly those used a lot or placed in busy areas, can ‘collect’ and store unwanted energy in them. This energy can subsequently ‘seep’ back out, much like osmosis, and be absorbed by those in the surrounding area.
For example, if you have an argument with a friend, or someone is horrible to you, a piece of jewellery you are wearing might absorb that unwanted energy. If this piece of jewellery is not cleansed of this unwanted energy, it could then affect the wearer, or break as a result of becoming ‘full’.
Due to crystals being great absorbers of unwanted energy, you can place them around your home to internationally absorb this unwanted energy so you don’t absorb it yourself.
Human beings are channels for energy, positive and negative, wanted and unwanted, and when we don’t process these energies, or feelings, they too can become stuck and blocked inside us. Likewise, as mentioned previously, people, just like possessions, are susceptible to absorbing additional unwanted energies.
For example, a person who is being bullied or abused might absorb all the unwanted energy being thrown at them by the perpetrator. This can build up inside if not cleansed, released and transmuted back into the world. By cleansing a person, you are dispersing that energy through intention.
Just like with objects, a space can absorb unwanted energies that inhabit it. For example, if there is abuse in the home, the home itself may absorb this unwanted energy and store it, giving the home a ‘bad vibe’.
Homes are particularly susceptible to storing negative energy as there are many places for it to gather e.g. corners, doorways, windows, behind furniture. Homes are meant to be a safe space, therefore, it is imperative to cleanse these so they remain as such.
By cleansing people, places and possessions you are freeing up the stuck and stagnant energies and returning the person, possession or place to a neutral and original state.
For example, if you cleanse your jewellery, you will no longer be carrying around the unwanted energies that you have picked up in your day to day life.
Likewise, by cleansing yourself (or another person) you will feel happier, healthier, lighter, positive and refreshed. Equally, if you cleanse your home regularly it will retain a positive vibe, feel happier, safer and lighter
Cleansing should definitely be a regular part of everyone’s life, the Full Moon or the Last Quarter Moon Phase can be a great time for cleansing.
Additionally, it is very useful to cleanse a space after a negative encounter, altercation or argument, when you move into (or out of if you want to be super nice) a new home or office, after a break-up, after you’re sick, or if you are generally feeling a bit stuck, stagnant, confused or lost.
Items that get used a lot, particularly jewellery or ritual items such as wands (this might be a bit too woo woo for some of you!), as they will be more effective when cleansed regularly. It can be supportive to cleanse these objects before using them for something big, like a job interview, a spell, or when heading into a potentially challenging situation e.g. dinner with the in-laws!
You can never go amiss with a good ol’ self-cleanse too! Most of us, to varying degrees, don’t process and release our emotions (energy in motion) as much as we could. A good ol’ self-cleanse can be the difference between a water-off-a-ducks-back situation, or a full blown outburst.
To cleanse something, whether a physical object, person or home, you will need one of the 4 elements to assist you…
Direct access to the earth is best used for cleansing an object as the most effective method is to bury the item in question. A plant pot will do but if you have access to a private garden then burying it directly into Mother Earth is always more effective.
Remember to mark the spot you have buried it or draw yourself a map so you don’t lose it! The longer, the better, but overnight should suffice – even better under a Full Moon. If you can’t remember where you put it, it might be that you haven’t given it enough time and it wants to be left alone a little longer!
When it comes to using water as a cleanser, it is more effective to use running water e.g. a tap, waterfall, or shower, instead of still and stagnant water such as a sink, bath or lake. Likewise, natural water such as a waterfall or even rain water, is more powerful than filtered water straight out of the tap.
Smudging is a term used for bathing or cleansing a person, place or possession with some form of sacred smoke – normally incense, sage or Paulo Santo.
To smudge a person or object, all you need to do is light the incense and move it in a way that allows the object or person to be bathed in the smoke. You can blow the smoke to direct it or use a fan or feather.
To smudge a room, you can simple light an incense stick and leave it to burn in a safe holder. Alternatively, you can waft the smoke around the room, allowing it to fill the corners and ceiling.
Remember to get it in all the little nooks and crannies as this is where energy loves to hide the most!
Warning: Do your research and ensure that your smudging plants are ethically and sustainably sourced as is so often not the case.
Cleansing with fire is similar to cleansing with incense. Light a nice candle and allow the aroma to fill the room and cleanse it. Additionally, with a non-flammable object, you can gently move it through the flame. You could also cleanse a situation or feeling by writing it down on paper and having a burning ritual.
Disclaimer: be careful when using fire for cleansing as it can catch alight on people, clothing, furnishings and objects. Fire seems to be the element I use the least, except when burning paper.
Now it’s time to have a go yourself and choose your own adventure! Start by picking a person, place or possession to practice cleansing on, choose your element (earth, air, fire or water), gather your tools, and get your cleanse on!
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