by Izzie Deibe, Express Co. UK, 13 March 2021
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Have you ever felt as if there’s bad energy at home or something feels off? Cleansing your home of bad vibes is a great idea when you need a fresh start or feel like you need to clear the air. Express.co.uk chatted to feng shui expert Marites Allen (@maritesallen on Instagram) and Interior expert Kelly Bassett (@ktheinteriorwarrior on Instagram) to find out how to cleanse your home of bad energy, from smoke smudging to chimes and more.
In the same way that we clean physical dust and dirt in our home spaces, we also need to do space cleansing on the energy level.
Marites explained: “Just like dirt, these stale energies have a way of accumulating in the home – though they are invisible — as a result of our daily activities.
“They seep into our space constantly. Unless we periodically cleanse those negative energies, they will contribute to blockages that may render it difficult for some of our life goals and good intentions to manifest.
“Removing negative energy from our spaces can help restore balance.”
So how do you know if your home is full of bad energy? Apparently, a telltale sign is unexplained insect infestation.
Marites said: “Especially if you are very careful in keeping your surroundings clean, the sudden appearance of rats or roaches could signify negative energy lurking around. Do space cleaning right away.”
Frequent arguments among household members can also attract negative vibes, Marites added.
Bad energy might not be limited to just one room – it could be all over your house!
There might not be a clear reason why it’s there, Marites warned: “Just pay attention to your feelings when you are in certain parts of the house.
“If you feel uncomfortable, too emotional or constantly drained for extended periods, or when things seem to go wrong all the time – these are signs, too.”
How to cleanse your home of bad energy
According to Marites, deep space cleansing is a must at least once a year, preferably before the start of the Chinese New Year.
However, she said: “You may also do it as often as you can, especially during negative events in your life—such as relationship breakups, or whenever you feel something does not feel right.
“If you are moving into a house that was occupied by people who might have unfortunate experiences there, do a thorough energy clearing.”
One way of warding off bad energy is to keep the home entrance clean and pleasant to allow fresh energies to enter.
Marites explained: “Keep entrances clutter-free; displaying a Pair of Fu Dogs at the entrance is symbolic of having protective guardians that deflect negative energy from coming inside.
“Especially during the Hungry Ghost Month of each year when the restless souls of the dead are believed to roam the earth, performing an incense ritual is highly recommended.
“Chimes, bells, and singing bowls create melodious sounds that drive away negative energy from dwelling in your home.”
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