The Shaman’s Recipe For Energy Cleansing

Since the beginning of time, people of all cultures have used prayer, sound, smoke, salt, water and sacred intentions to bless their homes and create peaceful environments.

The tradition of clearing the energy of a home can be found in ancient tribal customs, folklore and modern spiritual practices. The idea is that our homes hold energy which affects how we feel.

Clutter can make a room feel cramped and uncomfortable, while negative energy can make a home feel uninhabitable. Human emotions, thoughts and actions, including conflict, illness, sadness, stress, violence and even the presence of certain visitors, leave energy imprints and residue in our homes.

Removing these energy remnants from your living space can greatly improve the happiness and well-being of those who live there. This practice is both a personal spiritual practice and a way to care for your loved ones.

You may be familiar with smudging as a traditional cleansing method, but there are many other traditional ways to purify a space using natural elements, sacred sound, fragrance and focused intention.

A shaman in Colorado once taught me a wonderful energy-cleansing recipe. I have been using it for years and find it an excellent alternative to traditional smudging with sage or other herbs.

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