Cleansing Your Home’s Energy and Creating a Space for Positive Vibrations

by Renée Ouellette on Monday, January 27, 2025

Our homes are more than a structure with floors, walls, and windows. They are living environments filled with emotional energy, memories, and intentions. They are an extension of ourselves and over time; our homes can accumulate unwanted baggage that can negatively affect our moods, relationships, and overall sense of well-being. That’s why it’s so important to clear out old, stale spaces and to refresh our surroundings, making room for new possibilities, uplifting vibrations, and a revitalized sense of peace. If you’re curious to learn more, here are some powerful ways to cleanse your home and welcome fresh, positive energy anytime.

1. Open Windows and Let the Fresh Air In

The simplest and most effective way to start an “energy cleanse” is by opening the windows. Stale air causes stagnation, and fresh air can flush out any heaviness, instantly improving the energy in your home. Allow the breeze to circulate through every room, pushing out depleted energy and inviting in new, light-filled vibrations. Doing this first thing in the morning can set a refreshing tone for the day and boost the overall ambience of your space. This is even effective for short periods during the winter months.

2. Use Sage to Clear and Palo Santo to Invigorate Positive Energy

One of my personal favourite combinations is; sage and palo santo, - two of the most popular tools for cleansing space energetically. Burning sage, often referred to as “smudging,” has been used for centuries as a ritual for purifying and clearing our environment. Light the end of a sage stick until it smokes then wave it around each room, letting the smoke reach every corner. Pay special attention to areas where energy tends to stagnate, like closets, corners, and around heavy furniture.

After clearing with sage, you can also use palo santo to bring in additional positive energy. Palo santo is a tree native to Mexico and South America, whose name translates to “sacred wood.” Burning this wood offers a softer scent than sage, that many find uplifting and calming. Light it like you would the sage and move through your home with the intention of inviting in love, peace, and joy. This combination of sage and palo santo works wonderfully to clear negative energy and fill the space with a renewed sense of positivity.

3. Crystals Aren’t Just Pretty

Crystals are powerful tools for managing energy and creating specific atmospheres within a space. Different stones carry distinct qualities and unique vibrational frequencies. Placing them throughout your home can help balance and stabilize the surrounding energy:
- Rose Quartz and Obsidian at the Front Entrance: These two stones offer a dual benefit at your home’s entryway. Rose quartz, a stone of love and my personal favourite, brings warmth and emotional healing, while obsidian acts as a protective barrier, absorbing negative energy before it enters your home. Together, they create a welcoming and secure atmosphere from the moment you step inside.

- Amethyst in the Living Room: Known for its calming and spiritual properties, amethyst is a wonderful addition to spaces where people hang out. It promotes peace, harmony, and relaxation.

- Clear Quartz in the Bathroom: Clear quartz enhances cleansing rituals by amplifying energy. Known as the “master healer,” it’s a versatile crystal that works well in spaces where you focus on self-care and renewal.

- Citrine in the Kitchen: Citrine is associated with abundance and joy, making it ideal for kitchens, where we nourish our loved ones and ourselves. Placing citrine on a kitchen counter or window sill brings in the energy of prosperity and warmth.

- Black Tourmaline in Bedrooms: Known for its grounding and protective properties, black tourmaline is a wonderful stone for the bedroom. It can help protect your energy while you sleep, creating a grounding and safe atmosphere.

4. Rearrange Your Furniture

Organizing our physical space influences how energy moves through a room. Moving furniture, even slightly, can break up stagnant patterns, allowing energy to circulate freely. Rearrange your living room, reposition your bed, or even try moving a chair to a new corner to refresh the space’s flow. While you’re doing this, it’s also a good time to get rid of any pieces that no longer serve you. You can also consider the principles of feng shui if you’re looking for additional guidance on optimizing your home’s layout for better energy flow. Feng shui is an ancient practice that originated in China, designed to create harmony between individuals and their surrounding environment. It aims to abide by the natural flow of universal energy or “qi.”


5. Declutter

Clutter tends to hold energy, especially if it consists of items with emotional ties or negative associations. A regular decluttering helps lighten the negative energy load in your home. Start with small areas, like a drawer or closet, and work up to larger spaces. Letting go of things that no longer bring joy or serve a purpose can feel liberating, creating more room for positive energy to flow.

6. The Power of Sound 

Sound has a remarkable way of shifting energy. Using a singing bowl, a bell, or even clapping your hands in each room can help break up the static. Focus on areas where you feel a heaviness or sense of stagnation. Playing music or even singing can shake up and disperse stale energy creating sound vibrations that can uplift a room’s ambience almost immediately.

7. Set Positive Intentions for Each Space

Energy cleansing is not just about removing the old but also about filling the space with new, positive intentions. After you’ve cleared the space, take a moment to walk through each room, silently or verbally setting an intention for it. For instance, you might set an intention for your bedroom to be a sanctuary of rest and rejuvenation or for your living room to be filled with joy and laughter. This small but meaningful step helps solidify the energy you want to cultivate in each part of your home.

Energy cleansing doesn’t need to be a one-time event; it’s something you can do whenever you feel you need to. Try to make it a regular habit, even if it’s just by opening the windows or burning palo santo once a week. Small, consistent practices can keep the energy of your home vibrant and balanced. Over time, you’ll notice how much lighter, clearer, and more welcoming your space feels, allowing you and your loved ones to enjoy a healthier, happier living environment.

At TEAM BROADY we understand that a home is more than just a physical structure; it’s a dynamic, energetic space that deeply affects how we feel and live. Our sensitivity to a home’s energy allows us to better guide our clients with care and intention, helping them create spaces that align with their goals and well-being. Whether you're preparing to sell, buy, or simply enhance your current living environment, we can be reached at 514-613-2988 or by email at info@teambroady.ca.