Energy cleansing of a home—also known as purification—is the practice of clearing and releasing dirty or negative energy, as well as stagnant or outdated energy that no longer serves you. Many refer to it as “energetic hygiene.” It’s an effective way to keep the energy in your home clear and flowing. Below, we break down all the ways you can energetically cleanse your space.
Methods for Energetically Cleansing Your Home
Thoroughly Clean the House
It might seem obvious, but it’s incredibly important. Make sure your home is clean and tidy. Dirt and clutter create stagnant energy, while cleanliness and order promote a harmonious flow. Try using mild, eco-friendly cleaning products whenever possible. A clean and well-organized space reflects a clear and orderly mind. When you clean your external environment, your internal world tends to follow.
That said, avoid going overboard. Obsessing over cleanliness or developing a fear of germs can create unwanted energetic states and may reduce the joy and comfort of being at home. We clean to enjoy our space—not the other way around.
Air Out the Space
It’s crucial for your home to be airy and sunlit. Let plenty of natural light in and open your windows daily, especially in the morning. A home that’s not clean and bright becomes a space that “can’t breathe.” Sunlight, after all, brings abundant, pure energy. What’s more, this doesn’t just cleanse the space—it also offers an energetic reset for anyone living there. A double benefit.
Use Coarse Salt
Salt is the most purifying element of the Earth. It effectively removes any negative or “dirty” energy and is a powerful method for energy cleansing at home. Choose coarse sea salt without additives, as it’s less processed.
In a clear glass bowl filled with water, add 2–3 tablespoons of coarse sea salt. Set an intention—the reason why you’re doing this ritual, which is to energetically cleanse your space. Perform this process in every room you wish to purify. Leave the bowl for 24 hours, then discard the water under running water. The saltwater acts like a magnet for negative energy and leaves behind a clean, pleasant atmosphere.
Burn Incense or Sage
Incense and sage are considered two of the most effective tools for energy cleansing. It’s no coincidence that they’ve been used for centuries in rituals and purification ceremonies across cultures around the world.
To energetically cleanse your home with incense, light it and walk through each room carefully. Focus especially on the corners, where energy often gets stuck. The same applies to sage. Use a full sage bundle (not in tea form), light it carefully, and move slowly through the space, allowing the smoke to reach every corner. There’s no right or wrong duration—follow your intuition.
If you prefer something simpler, you can also use scented sticks. The process is the same: light the stick, walk calmly through the space while holding it near the walls, and pause longer in areas that feel “heavy” or “tired.”
Light a Candle
White candles are a wonderful way to uplift the energy in your space. Their flame symbolizes purity, positivity, and vital energy. Beyond being a source of light, the flame also acts as a spiritual tool for cleansing and purification.
You can use small white tealights and place them carefully in a bowl of saltwater so they float on the surface. This simple visual creates a feeling of calm and inner peace.
As you light your candles, hold a positive intention in your heart. You might say silently or aloud:
“I dedicate this candle to the highest wisdom and power. May it cleanse my space energetically and fill it with light, vitality, and complete positivity. Thank you.”
Harness the Power of Crystals
Crystals are magical pieces of the Earth—unique, beautiful, and energetically powerful. You can use them to cleanse the vibration of your space and invite light, harmony, and positivity into your daily life.
You don’t need complicated rituals to experience their energy. Simply hold them in your hands. Listen. Give them a few moments of your attention. You’ll know if a crystal resonates with you.
If there’s one crystal worth having in your space, it’s clear quartz. Known as the “King of Crystals,” clear quartz elevates, illuminates, and protects. It brings flow and positivity to your surroundings, your auric field, and your emotional state. It’s accessible, beautiful, and powerful—well worth having a few pieces nearby.
Learn more about how to work with crystals in your daily life.
Reiki
In the second level of Reiki training, we learn how to energetically cleanse a space. The first step involves using the Power Symbol. Visualize it on each wall, focusing your attention briefly on each surface. Activate the symbol with your palms, channeling Reiki energy into the room. This is a deep and effective way to purify your environment and recharge it with light and positivity.
Angel Therapy and Calling Upon Archangel Michael
Are you familiar with Archangel Michael? Not just as a form or figure, but as a symbol of Strength, Light, and Divine Protection. He is the warrior of light, the embodiment of Divine Will, and a defender of all that is good. His presence is acknowledged not only in Christianity but also in other monotheistic and Eastern traditions.
Michael is the ruler of the Fire Element. He has the power to cleanse, illuminate, and protect. He burns away negative energy, breaks old energetic ties, and purifies every level of our being. You don’t need elaborate rituals to connect with him—just faith, intention, and an open heart.
How to call upon him:
- Speak with humility and sincerity.
- Ask him to clear your space of all heavy or negative energy.
- Invite the presence of other angelic beings of light.
- Use your own words—simple and heartfelt.
- Repeat the invocation for three or more days, morning and night.
You’ll notice the energy in your space begin to shift—becoming lighter, more luminous, and filled with a heavenly calm.
Signs That Your Home Needs an Energy Cleansing
Your home—and your mood—often send clear signals when it’s time for an energy cleansing. All you need is openness and a bit of mindful observation. Look for signs like:
- Frequent illnesses
- Persistent or heavy emotional states
- Irritability or constant fatigue
- Trouble sleeping
- Houseplants that won’t grow
- Unpleasant incidents happening indoors
- Financial difficulties
- Pets getting sick
- A strong desire to isolate
- Harshness toward yourself or others
- Ongoing anxiety or depression
- Constant anger
- Loss of creativity
If the atmosphere in your space feels heavy, if something unseen seems to be affecting your mood or your everyday life, it may be time to give your space the energetic care it needs. The places we live and work deeply impact our well-being. When cleansed energetically, a space can be transformed into a sanctuary of balance and calm.
Feel free to reach out if you’d like to restore the flow of positive energy in your home and create an environment that genuinely supports you on every level.
Also read: What are the Signs That There is Negative Energy in Your Life