Ways to Clear Negative Energy

24 Ways to Clear Negative Energy From Your Body and Home

Published on January 30, 2022

Negative energy is something that everyone experiences at some point or another. Whether it’s a bad day at work, a stressful situation at home, or even just being around someone who has a bad attitude, negative energy can affect us in ways we don’t always realize. Negative energies are harmful to our health—it can cause us stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, etc. If you want to cultivate more positivity and good vibes in your life, consider using one or more ways to clear negative energy out of your body or home.

Signs you have bad energy in your home

If you feel sluggish, tired, or depressed after spending time at home, it could be because of negative energy building up in your space. Houses with positive energy feel fresh, relaxed, and vibrant. Negative energy makes people feel overwhelmed, smothered, and restless. People who live in houses with positive vibes feel good, happy and relaxed being there.

Clutter can cause energy to stagnate and negative energy to accumulate in your life. If you have a messy home, you’re probably attracting disorganized, messy, and chaotic energies to yourself. Notice how your feelings and energy changes after you arrive and leave your home. If you notice dramatic changes, then this is a sure sign there are some bad vibes in your home.

How to clear bad energy from your home

The first step is to cleanse your home by removing any objects that hold negative emotions, including old photographs, books, clothing, furniture, and anything else that might cause distress or depression. Next, use one of the below cleansing rituals to clear out bad energy from your home. Lastly, contemplate what you can add or change to welcome in more happy and healthy vibes into your home.

You can do cleansing rituals alone or with others. Some people prefer doing them alone because they don’t want to disturb anyone else. Others prefer doing them with friends or family members because it makes the experience more fun and relaxing. You can combine several of the below techniques for your cleansing ritual.

  1. Clear out clutter
    Clutter is one of the biggest sources of stagnant energy and stress in our homes. Clutter makes a room feel unwelcoming and uncomfortable. Remove all unnecessary clutter from your house to allow light and warmth to enter and to encourage a fresh and relaxed state of mind. If it’s not obvious what should stay and what should go, take some time to think through your belongings. What items do you really love and use? What items do you only use once in a blue moon? Do you actually need them? Can they be replaced by something else or stored away? You can experiment on how your belongings contribute to the energy of your home by temporarily putting things in storage or moving items around.
  2. Air everything out
    The easiest ways to clear negative energy from your home is by letting it all air out. Open your windows to let in fresh air, turn on fans to circulate the air, and crack open closet doors or drawers to release trapped energy. You may want to leave the house during this process and burn some incense or sage upon your return.
  3. Burn incense
    Incense is a great way to clear out negative energies. Burning a stick or cone will release any bad vibes and toxic energy to leave your space feeling refreshed. Palo santo is a type of fragrant wood that’s native to South America and can be burned as an incense. It is believed to be a vigorous energy cleanser; just burn one end of a stick, blow it out and let the smoke spread through your room.
  4. Do a simple smudging ritual
    The sage smudge ritual is a great way to clear out any negativity that might be lingering around your house. You can cleanse your room or entire home by burning a dried sage bundle. White Sage cleanses and purifies, and when burned properly, releases negative energies. Let the sage bundle burn for 10-20 seconds, and then blow it out. You place it on a fireproof surface like an abalone shell, a traditional vessel used among Native Americans.
  5. Ring a bell or gong
    A quick and easy way to clear out bad energy is by ringing a bell or gong in your room. The sound will vibrate through your entire house to release any negativity. Tibetan singing bowls are especially nice to use for clearing out bad vibes and welcoming in positive influences.
  6. Salt the corners of each room
    If you live in a house where the energy feels blocked, try sprinkling a small amount of salt in the corners of each room. This will draw out any bad vibes and cleanse the space. After a few days, sweep or wipe up the salt and throw it away, visualizing you tossing out the bad vibes. Alternatively, you can use one or more salt lamps to purify the air and space in your room.
  7. Add houseplants 
    Healthy houseplants create an environment of calmness and peace. House plants have been used throughout history to keep homes healthy and happy, and tending to them increases feelings of well-being. They also help purify the air and make your home atmosphere more energized and vibrant. Try growing some indoor plants if you’re looking to add some life and nurturing vibes into your space.
  8. Lighten up your space
    Living in a dark home can harbor feelings of depressed and anxious. Lighten up your living space by painting the walls a lighter color, and adding bright colors, art, and decorations. A brighter space helps bring happiness and joy back into your home.
  9. Add mirrors
    Mirrors are frequently used in Feng Shui to direct and shift the energy flow in your home. Placing one or more mirrors strategically around your house can increase light, bringing brightness into your space, make the room feel lighter and more spacious, and creating a warm and cozy ambiance. Just make sure the mirror reflects something positive in your home.
  10. Create a home altar
    Creating a home altar is a simple yet powerful way to bring positivity and devotion into your home. An altar should contain objects representative of prosperity, good luck, health, abundance, or protection. It is said that you should never put anything on your altar that you would not want to receive. Create a home altar with candles, crystals, incense, statues, pictures, books, flowers, and other items that represent what you desire in your life.
  11. Light candles
    Candles have long been associated with both healing and spirituality. Candles can be lit to enhance your meditation or other spiritual practices. They can placed about your home to improve the overall ambiance and to fill your home with good energy. Remember to use only high quality candles—many inexpensive candles are made from paraffin wax and artificial scents which can contain harmful chemicals.
  12. Place crystals
    Healing crystals are used by many people around the world to cleanse and protect their bodies, homes, and businesses. They are best used at the end of a purification practice. You can place a crystal anywhere in your home where you feel the need to remove negative energies or attract positive ones. Use protective gemstones such as Obsidian, Amethyst, Black Tourmaline, Tiger’s Eye, and Citrine to block harmful vibrations and clear negative energy.

Signs you have bad energy in your body

Negative energy can manifest from internal sources like stress, fear, anger, guilt, resentment, jealousy, and hatred. If you are experiencing negative emotions or you feel tired, sluggish, depressed, anxious, or generally out of sorts, these symptoms could be because your energy is blocked. Try some of these tips to clear the blockages and start feeling better again!

How to clear unhealthy energy from your body and mind

Clearing negative energy from your body, mind and aura is one of the most important things you can do to improve your health and wellbeing. There are several easy methods to clear negative energies from your body and aura can allow you to restore balance, eliminate excess toxins, and clear out negative feelings.

  1. Take a bath
    A warm bath can be used to release tension, stress, and negativity. The heat will relax muscles and ease pain. The water will make you feel physically clean and refreshed. If you feel especially stressed and overwhelmed, try adding Epsom salts or essential oils to the water.
  2. Use essential oils
    Essential oils are extremely powerful tools to promote meditative states as well as health and wellness. There are a number of essential oils that can be used to promote positive energy. Lavender oil has been studied extensively for its ability to calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety. Peppermint oil promotes mental clarity and creates a sense of wellbeing. Lemon oil works to uplift the spirits and promote motivation. Orange essential oil is known to boost energy and improve mood. Rosemary oil promotes happiness and helps to purify, energize, and protect. You could also choose cedarwood, clary sage, juniper berry, cypress, chamomile, or any other oil that helps to lift your mood and clear out negativity.Try mixing one drop of each oil in equal parts of carrier oil (coconut, olive, jojoba) and apply over pulse points or chakra centers to help bring positivity and good vibes to the body and mind.
  3. Spend time in nature
    Spending time in nature helps us feel grounded and calm, which in turn makes it easier to relax and let go of stress. If you live near a park or forest, take a walk every day to soak up the positive energies of nature. Alternatively, you can find some place in your yard or nearby where you can sit outside and enjoy the scenery.
  4. Cleanse your aura using visualization
    The aura is energetic field around our physical bodies and represents how we perceive ourselves to the universe. It may be affected by past relationships, habits, or lifestyles. Aura cleansing is a great way to clear negative energy from your body, mind, and spirit. While cleansing your aura doesn’t guarantee that you won’t experience future problems, it can provide a boost to your self-esteem.To cleanse your aura, sit quietly and focus on your breath. As you breathe in, visualize white light filling every part of your entire body. Visualize this light as pure, peaceful energy that fills every inch of space surrounding you. As you exhale, imagine black smoke leaving your body and energy field. Visualize the smoke flowing and dissolving into the earth or into the sky. Visualize this white light flowing through every cell until you feel completely cleansed. Repeat this exercise until you feel lighter inside.
  5. Meditation
    Meditating helps us connect to our inner wisdom and intuition. It can also help us release stress and anxiety, which in turn can improve our mood and outlook. A regular practice allows us to detach ourselves from our external stressors and negativity. When you meditate, you learn to become still and open your heart to new opportunities and insights. Mantra meditation is a powerful tool to help cleanse and revitalize energy and clear out energetic blocks in the chakras.
  6. Abhaya Mudra
    Mudras are hand gestures that can change the energy flow of the body and create spiritual awareness. The Abhaya Mudra is one of the most powerful tools in yoga to make you feel protected and safe. You should practice this mudra whenever you need to feel strong and confident. This mudra is used to protect yourself from harm and bad luck. It also helps to calm the nervous system to reduce stress and anxiety. To do this mudra, simply bring your right hand up to shoulder height with palm open and facing forwards.
  7. Move your body
    Exercise releases endorphins into your system, which makes you feel happier and calmer. It also helps release stress hormones out of your body, leaving you feeling relaxed and energized. Walking is a wonderful low impact exercise that helps people clear negative thoughts and emotions. Yoga is a great workout to release stress, tension, and negativity. It also increases flexibility, strengthens your core muscles, and promotes health and overall wellness.
  8. Smile often
    Smiling releases endorphins into your system, which makes you feel happier and dispels negative thoughts and feelings. Smiling is a quick and easy way to improve our mood and reduces stress. A quick and easy way to practice is by looking at yourself in the mirror and saying, “I love you” out loud.
  9. Take deep breaths
    Take deep breaths throughout the day. Breathing deeply helps you relax, calm down, concentrate and focus. When you breathe deeply, oxygen enters your bloodstream and helps clear negative energy from your body. Mindful breathing exercises, as used in yoga and meditation, can also help clear negative thoughts and boost your energy and mood. Kapalabhati Pranayama is a powerful cleansing technique that builds heat or agni in the body, eliminates congestion, and stimulates digestion and circulation.
  10. Eat well
    Eating right keeps your body energized and your mind focused. Eating foods that are good for you, especially dark green leafy vegetables, can help clear and purify negative energy from the body. Avoid excessive animal protein, processed food, refined sugar, alcohol, caffeine, and fried foods. Instead, focus on eating more fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and beans.
  11. Practice gratitude
    Gratitude is an attitude that allows you to surround yourself with a shield of positivity. Practicing gratitude can help you stay grounded and peaceful when encountering negativity or experiencing challenges in life. When you are grateful for what you have, you will attract more positive energy into your life.
  12. Practice kindness
    Doing kind things for yourself or others can shift your negative feelings into positive ones. Helping others brings about happiness within ourselves; we naturally feel better when you do kind actions. Do small acts of kindness like give compliments, hold doors open, smile at strangers, write notes for friends, give hugs, and treat yourself to a massage or manicure!

Find what works for you

It’s important to take the time to reflect after each session. Many people recommend to cleanse and purify both their homes and bodies at the same time. If you’re new to cleansing, start slowly, experiment, and build up your routine over time. Remember to keep track of how you feel before and after each session. Try to ask yourself questions such as “How do I feel after the cleansing?” or “What part of the purification process did I enjoy the best?” By doing this, you’ll be able to see if there are certain aspects of the process that you prefer to remove unwanted energy from your body and home.

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50 responses to “24 Ways to Clear Negative Energy From Your Body and Home”

  1. lakshya shekhar Avatar
    lakshya shekhar

    Thank you so much for sharing all this wonderful info with the how-to’s!!!! It is so appreciated!!!

    1. Timothy Burgin Avatar
      Timothy Burgin

      Thanks, you are welcome!

    2. Swati jain Esquibel Avatar
      Swati jain Esquibel

      Wonderful article ! Thank you !

  2. Moonchild Avatar
    Moonchild

    Thank you for these great tips on how to clean yourself from negative energy.

  3. Priscilla Avatar
    Priscilla

    Thank you so much TIMMOTHY BURGAIN.

    I hope you can give much knowledge about letting go ,getting rid of very bad stubborn energy inside body around our body . And people that we live with or live with me . I wish there were something i could do to rid the energy in the partner. I go outside to stay far away from partner’s aura.

  4. Claudia Avatar
    Claudia

    This is so helpful. Is there any advice if someone has cursed you or send negative energy at you. Anything to protect against it or get rid of it.

    1. Timothy Burgin Avatar
      Timothy Burgin

      You can wear or carry Black obsidian or Black tourmaline gemstones and chant a protection mantra like “Om Dum Durgayei Namaha” or “Om Aim Hrim Klim Chamundayai Vichche”. You can find more info on this at: https://japamalabeads.com/mantras-to-remove-negative-energy/

  5. Shana Avatar
    Shana

    I think someone has performed black magic in my home

    1. Timothy Burgin Avatar
      Timothy Burgin

      Let us know if any of these techniques work

  6. Md Shafiul Bashar Avatar
    Md Shafiul Bashar

    This article really speaks to me. Thank you for writing it. When I was a teenager, I was less introspective and more active, which made it simpler to make friends and enjoy myself. Now that I have health issues and have been through a lot, it is harder for me to recognize who I am. I enjoy this post, as it provides me with a method to continue my quest.

  7. Rose Avatar
    Rose

    My name is rose mata ,i was married to my husband for 5 years we were living happily together for this years and not until we started experiencing some bad energy in our home. Thank you for these great tips to clear negative energy. I’m going to work on these as soon as I get home tonight!

  8. Jounrey Avatar
    Jounrey

    Thank you

  9. Crown Star Avatar
    Crown Star

    To me, there’s absolutely nothing too hard for us to do because of these great tips about ways to clear negative energy from your body and home. I am amazed at how easy some of these were to implement and to bring in good positive energy into my life.

  10. Vadthya Jyothi Avatar
    Vadthya Jyothi

    How to remove negativity from my body

  11. Russel Tamarino Avatar
    Russel Tamarino

    People tend to associate fatigue with getting less energy, but fatigue and energy are connected emotions. Fatigue is an emotion, and it has a physiological basis. It stems not from a lack of energy, but from stress and worry. Clearing negative energy from our homes allows us to create a healthier environment for ourselves while lowering our risk of illness, relationship challenges, and spiritual stagnation.

  12. Sarah Avatar
    Sarah

    Thank you for this wonderful Article, what you do help people really change their lives, and improve their experience in life.
    Energy is life.., i started to give attention to energy since i start to learn oriental wisdom..yoga and meditation. The energy of people and places affect me quickly..and i find myself in need to reacharge my self..i can litteraly feel what other people feels..and in the past i thought it was my feelings..but i start to distinguich between my feelings and other people’s energy, it can be positive and recharge you or it can be negative and drain you. In the second time you need to find some ways to clean your energy and recharge yourself again with good vibes. Doing Meditation is very effective, also dance and sport. Of course there is other ways, but this is my experience.

  13. Claretta Avatar
    Claretta

    I was wondering what to do to cleanse home and body of negative energies and how do you know if someone has cursed you

    1. Gypsie girl Avatar
      Gypsie girl

      Did u get your answer on how u been cursed

  14. Priya Avatar
    Priya

    Thank you very much for sharing 🙏🙏🙏

  15. Alyssa Rose Dweck Avatar
    Alyssa Rose Dweck

    This is an awesome list of things to do when you are feeling low or just need some extra help clearing out negativity. I have found that doing these things has helped me get rid of bad vibes and feel better overall.

  16. James M. Sikes Avatar
    James M. Sikes

    This article has some good tips on clearing negative energy from our bodies and home. I have found that when I am feeling down or stressed out, I need to take time to do something relaxing like meditate or read a book. When I feel better, I try to help others who are having bad luck by sending them positive vibes.

  17. Rachelle Clemmings Avatar
    Rachelle Clemmings

    Great tips here. I have always had an issue with negative energies around me. I am very sensitive to them and they affect me negatively. This has helped me so much. Thank you.

  18. Rachael Aleman Avatar
    Rachael Aleman

    This post gave me some good ideas on how to rid myself of bad luck and unwanted things in life. I have always believed that there are no coincidences, but just people who don’t know what they’re doing. So, I decided to do something about it. I’m going to try these tips out. Thank you very much for sharing this.

  19. Rachael Tompkins Avatar
    Rachael Tompkins

    This article has some good tips. I would add one more thing: when you are feeling bad luck or negative energy around you, try to think of something nice or good that happened recently. That might help clear out any negativity.

  20. Rachelle Gaudet Avatar
    Rachelle Gaudet

    This is an excellent list of ways to clear negative energy from our bodies and homes. I have found that when I am feeling stressed or overwhelmed, I need to take time out to do some clearing work. Clearing out old emotions and memories can help us move forward into a better place.

  21. Richard Avatar
    Richard

    I appreciate you bigly 🙏🏽

  22. Lisa Marie Avatar
    Lisa Marie

    This is an amazing list of ways to clear negative energy from our body and home. I have used most of these methods myself and they work well. I especially like the idea of using essential oils. I am going to try some of them out soon.

  23. Lewis Avatar
    Lewis

    I have read so much about bad luck but never knew what to do about it. I am going to try these tips out right away. Thank you for sharing.

  24. Lina Mancuso Avatar
    Lina Mancuso

    I have had bad luck in life and I am trying to get rid of it. I think that I need to do more things like this. You are very knowledgeable and I appreciate your sharing your knowledge. Keep up the good work!

  25. Mandy Tate Avatar
    Mandy Tate

    I have had some bad experiences with people in my life over the years and I have always wondered why they are so mean or just plain nasty. Now I know there is something more going on than meets the eye. Thank you for sharing these tips. You have given me hope that maybe I could change things around in my own life.

  26. Suma Avatar
    Suma

    Thank you for the guiance. I still have a question. If bad energy in your body does not motivate you to clean your house to get rid of the clutter, what do we do. I read lot of articles on this problem. Everybody advices to clean the house and then burn incense stick or smugde sage. Because there is some negative energy in the house and in your body and mind, how one can clean the house. Please help

    1. Timothy Burgin Avatar
      Timothy Burgin

      You can hire someone to clean and declutter for you, or just do a little bit. Just cleaning one room or removing 1 item of clutter will help.

  27. Barbara Tompkins Avatar
    Barbara Tompkins

    I have had some very negative experiences at work over the past few years. This has affected my health and well-being. I am looking for ways to clear out any negativity or bad vibes that are lingering around. I would like to do this naturally without using expensive products. I found this article very useful and I think it could help me get rid of those negative energies. Thank you so much for sharing these tips!

  28. Lina Lee Avatar
    Lina Lee

    I have found that when I am feeling negative or down, I need to focus on something uplifting like nature, music, art, etc. When I feel good, I try to do things that bring out the best in others.

  29. bianca tina Avatar
    bianca tina

    I have always believed that negativity attracts more negativity. I am always looking for ways to clear negative energies out of my life. This has given me some ideas on how to do so. what I found most interesting was that the author said that she has learned to remove negative energy from her body by using essential oils.

  30. Juliana Avatar
    Juliana

    Thank you so much for all these amazing facts. Wish you to have a great day!

  31. Elisa keily Avatar
    Elisa keily

    This is an awesome post. I have read other posts by you and they are very good. I have always believed that there are things we cannot control but what we can do is control our reaction to them. We need to learn to let go of negative emotions and focus on positivity.

  32. Michelle O'Neill Avatar
    Michelle O’Neill

    I’ve been looking into ways to clear negative energy from myself and my home, and this was the perfect resource. It provides so many practical tips like how to use essential oils, herbs, meditations, and positive affirmations. I love that it breaks down the steps so that anyone can do it. I will definitely be trying some of these out!

  33. Cynthia Hill Avatar
    Cynthia Hill

    Thanks for sharing these awesome tips! I’m going to start most of the activities mentioned here today. I know they will help me feel more energized and relaxed, and it’ll be a great way to practice self-care.

  34. Ivory Northern Avatar
    Ivory Northern

    “I found this article to be incredibly helpful in understanding how to clear negative energy and make space for positive energy. I’m already feeling more peaceful and am so thankful for this article!

  35. Drea Avatar
    Drea

    This was an amazingly helpful and insightful guide. Everything listed is easy, inexpensive, and very effective. Very thorough. Thanks for posting .

  36. VNNV Avatar
    VNNV

    Thank u so much for this. I just had an emotional breakdown. I suddenly felt really sad. I realized that the weather recently was so gloomy in my area that it made me feel sad. I usually like walking in the morning.

  37. Isabella Wright Avatar
    Isabella Wright

    I’ve always been interested in the concept of energy and how it affects our bodies. The techniques shared here are so simple yet powerful. The idea of using yoga to clear negative energy is something I’ll definitely be trying. Thank you for sharing such valuable information!

  38. Pablo R Avatar
    Pablo R

    I’ve been feeling so drained and negative lately, but after trying some of the techniques in this article, I feel much better. Thank you

  39. Emma Wilson Avatar
    Emma Wilson

    Wow, this is fascinating! I’ve always believed in the power of positive energy and this article has inspired me to incorporate yoga in my daily routine. Can’t wait to see the positive changes it brings.

  40. Alice Mitchell Avatar
    Alice Mitchell

    Salt the corners of each room? That’s a new one for me, but hey, if it helps clear out bad vibes, I’m all for it. Time to sprinkle some salt and sweep away that negative energy!

  41. Bruno Chatfield Avatar
    Bruno Chatfield

    Wow, this article really hit home for me! I never realized how much negative energy can affect our health. Time to start clearing it out!

  42. Joseph Miller Avatar
    Joseph Miller

    Creating a home altar with objects that represent what we desire in life sounds like a powerful way to bring positivity into our homes.

  43. Earl Lape Avatar
    Earl Lape

    Sometimes things might look impossible when you do not try, but when you try you will see it is even more than possible.

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Timothy Burgin is a Kripalu & Pranakriya trained yoga instructor living and teaching in Asheville, NC. Timothy has studied and taught many styles of yoga and has completed a 500-hour Advanced Pranakriya Yoga training. Timothy has been serving as the Executive Director of YogaBasics.com since 2000. He has authored two yoga books and has written over 500 articles on the practice and philosophy of yoga. Timothy is also the creator of Japa Mala Beads and has been designing and importing mala beads since 2004.
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