Clearing Energy In The Home

Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt a sense of heaviness? Or maybe things just feel “off” in your home, and you can’t quite explain why. Just like our bodies hold energy, our homes do too. They absorb the emotions, conversations, thoughts, and even the pace we bring into them, consciously or not.

That’s why energy clearing is more than just a spiritual “extra”—it’s spiritual hygiene.

I like to think of it as bathing the unseen. We shower to remove physical residue, but our homes need clearing too, especially after tension, illness, major life changes, or even too much screen time.

When I Know It’s Time to Clear

Personally, I find that my home feels “off” energetically when there has been a disagreement or when I’ve been rushing around trying to get things done. That hurried energy lingers in the walls. It makes the space feel less welcoming, less soft. I notice it in myself, and I see it in others, too.

Even our dog responds to it. He’s usually pretty calm, but when the energy is tight or unsettled, he gets more reactive, barking at every passerby as if he’s holding the nervousness for all of us. Sensitive beings, especially animals and children, often feel what we’re not saying aloud.

My Go-To Clearing Ritual

When that happens, my first step is simple. I light some clean white candles and begin to think peaceful thoughts. I let the flame do its work. Sometimes I play high-vibrational music or healing frequencies to invite the space to shift. I usually don't speak aloud, but my intention is strong:

“Let the energy settle. Let peace return.”

And it always does.

7 Simple Ways to Clear Energy in Your Home

1. Open Windows

Fresh air is one of the oldest forms of clearing. Let the breeze carry out what no longer belongs. Even a few minutes can make a difference.

2. Use Sound Intentionally

Ring a bell, play singing bowls, clap in the corners, or simply play soft healing music. Sound breaks up stagnant energy and gently lifts the vibe.

3. Smoke or Mist Clearing

Burn sage, cedar, or palo santo with reverence—or create a mist with essential oils like frankincense, lavender, or eucalyptus. Spray with intention and presence.

4. Salt Bowls or Cleansing Salt

Place sea salt in small bowls near doors or in corners to absorb unwanted energy. Replace weekly or after emotional events.

5. Speak or Pray Light into the Space

Your voice is powerful. Say things like: “Only love lives here,” or “This home is protected and peaceful,” or“I welcome light into every corner.”

6. Clean With Intention

As you clean, imagine you’re not just clearing dust—you’re clearing energy. Think of your broom or cloth as sweeping away tension. It makes all the difference. Remember healthy, clear thoughts create a healthy, clear home. 

7. Light a Candle With Purpose

Designate a candle as your “peace flame.” Light it after conflict, during meditations, or simply to set the tone for the evening.

What a Peaceful Home Feels Like

For me, the house feels most energetically clear after a calm weekend, when we haven’t been rushing, when there’s been time for laughter and rest, and when I’ve had the chance to give it a gentle clean. The light feels different. The air feels still. The space welcomes you.

Because truly, a peaceful home is a happy home.

ur moods, words, and even our silent thoughts can leave an imprint that lingers long after we’ve left. Have you ever walked into a room and felt the mood instantly, before a single word was spoken? Spaces hold energy, and so do we.

In my work as an event and banquet manager, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing this in the most profound ways. I’ve been in rooms filled with laughter during wedding receptions, anniversaries, and holiday celebrations—where joy was so palpable it almost sparkled in the air. I’ve also been present for bereavement gatherings after funerals. While those occasions carry deep sadness, they are also saturated with love, memories, and human connection. It’s remarkable to feel the way a room shifts—not just because of the occasion itself, but because of the hearts inside it. Even in grief, there can be warmth. Even in joy, there can be tenderness.

The truth is, we are always contributing to the energy around us, whether we’re aware of it or not. Our presence matters. The way we walk into a space, the tone we use, and even the thoughts we’re holding quietly in our minds, all of it ripples out.

How to Leave Light Behind

If you want to be intentional about the energy you leave in a room (and in people’s hearts), here are a few gentle practices:

1. Pause Before You Enter
   Take one deep, grounding breath before you walk into a room.      Imagine you are carrying light in with you, letting it flow out around you.
2. Speak with Care
   Words carry frequency. Choose words that uplift, soothe, or inspire. Even in hard conversations, speak with compassion.
3. Practice Silent Gratitude
   If you can’t find the right words in the moment, silently send a blessing or thank you to the space or the people within it. Energy moves even without sound.
4. Clear and Reset
   After a tense moment, play uplifting music, open a window, or simply set the intention to release any heaviness. The room and the people will feel the difference.

In Raising Light, I talk about “energetic hygiene”, keeping the energy in our homes and relationships clear, loving, and aligned. The same applies anywhere we go. We have the power to leave behind not just memories, but light itself.

So next time you step out of a room, ask yourself: What energy am I leaving here for the next person who walks in?