Ridding Your Home of Negative Energy

December 12, 2022/in Resources /by Cara Chatellier

It can be easy to let your dark surroundings impact your mood in the cold winter months. When it’s dark at 4 pm, how are you supposed to finish the day in a productive way? Winter is the perfect time to cleanse your home of any negative energy that may have been accumulating over the past few months. If your home is feeling stagnant, or you are feeling stuck in the same routines, these tips are for you!

Clean

Though it may seem obvious, cleaning up is an essential first step in cleansing the energy of your space. When there is too much clutter, the energy in your home can feel stale, as it does not have paths to flow freely. Make sure your hallways are especially clear, as they direct the traffic of energy throughout the entire house. Try to let in as much light and fresh air as possible (for a New England winter, that might not be much!) to promote a movement of positive energy.

Burning Sage

You have probably heard of burning sage as a method of ridding your home of negative energy. But have you ever tried it for yourself? If you are in a new space, recovering from illness or tragedy, or are simply not feeling happy in your home, sage is for you. Make sure you do this step before you set new intentions, as it will cleanse all existing energy to make room for the new.

Set Intentions

Even if you have already lived there for years, setting intentions for each room is a great way to ensure that you are making the most of your home. Doing a home blessing can ensure that you have designated areas for each aspect of your everyday routine. State aloud what you would like each room to be for, and how you picture yourself succeeding in it.

A New Smell

Introducing a new scent to your space can make a drastic difference in your mood. Consider a lively and vibrant scent like lemon or orange (musky or deep scents are not going to feel uplifting)! You can do this in your cleaning process, buy a brightly scented candle, or try out an essential oil diffuser.

Redecorate

Perhaps the reason for negativity in your home is a lack of energy flow. Following the rules of feng shui, think of ways that you could rearrange furniture and decor in order to invite positive energy to flow freely through each room. Sometimes a simple adjustment can bring new life into a previously negative or unproductive area!

Try Something New

There are many different practices for ridding negativity according to different spiritual beliefs. If you have a distinct connection to a certain religion or heritage, look into what their preferred method of cleansing is! You can also look into practices that are designed for your specific goals. Different herbs are thought to promote particular energies when burned. For instance, burning rosemary can bring about new beginnings, and burning juniper brings an energy of comfort!

Not every cleansing practice involves burning, however. Some people swear by the use of different crystals, while others practice the cleansing power of sound. You can use a sound bowl, a bell, or simply clap your hands together. The important part of this practice is to insert a sharp and sudden sound in every corner of your rooms. Be sure to open the windows before you begin, so all of that negative energy will have somewhere to go!

No matter your beliefs or how you choose to rid your home of negative energy, this can be a very fun practice that will bring fresh life to your space. Most of these solutions can be done immediately at no cost to you! Whatever method you choose, keep an open mind and give it your best effort. Contact me today iif you have any questions, or if you are ready to start the process of buying or selling a new house!

Feng Shui Your Bedroom

November 21, 2022/in Resources /by Cara Chatellier

If you are not getting a restful night’s sleep or have difficulty feeling at peace in your bedroom, it may be time to implement some feng shui. The bedroom should be a sanctuary that you can return to at the end of each day to recharge and feel at peace. If you are not satisfied with the way your room makes you feel, feng shui techniques can channel in positive energy and optimize your space for relaxation. Before you begin, it is important to set the intentions that you have for this room by saying them aloud, writing them down, or sharing your ideas with another person who uses the space.

Declutter

Feng shui is most effective in a space without clutter. Though nobody is a fan of clutter to begin with, this practice views clutter as obstacles to the energy of your home. Clearing out unwanted items and putting everything in its place is a great first step that allows energy to flow more easily and gives you a sense of the room’s full potential. You could even declutter in a spiritual sense by burning sage in your freshly cleaned room!

Positioning Your Bed

As the most prominent and necessary piece of furniture in the room, your bed should be placed in the “command position”.
The command position refers to the space in the room that gives you the most authority- you should have a clear view of the entrance but not be directly in line with it, as that energy flow can be distracting. This position should set you up to welcome incoming energy, but your back should also be protected. Try to avoid having your back to empty space, instead position yourself with your back to a wall. Similarly, a solid headboard can help “anchor” your bed to its space, providing support for the bed so that it can do the same for you!

Peaceful Colors

Even if you are a fan of bright and exciting colors, you should probably consider keeping them out of your bedroom. Feng shui places a strong emphasis on the importance of colors and the way they can influence energy, so a neon pink headboard can make it difficult to invite peace and tranquility to your room. Instead, opt for more muted colors that are found in nature. Though there is not necessarily one color to avoid, try to keep your choices of paint, bedding, and rug color relatively neutral and peaceful. The choice of color is entirely up to you and what you are attracted to, but certain colors may promote the specific types of energy that you are interested in.

Soft Edges

The goal of implementing feng shui in the bedroom is to bring rest and peace to the space, and harsh edges can interfere with the flow of positive energy. When choosing furniture or artwork, avoid anything with sharp lines that can have a “cutting” effect on the softness of the room. For instance, a fabric-wrapped headboard or bedframe will have softer edges than one made of metal. Plus, you will not be at risk of bumping your shins in the middle of the night!

Symmetry

Human beings are naturally calmed by symmetry and balance, making it a perfect practice for your bedroom layout. Even if you do not share your bed with a partner, consider having two nightstands so that one side of the bed does not appear “heavier” than the other. You do not necessarily have to have matching furniture or lamps on either side of the bed, but be sure that they are similar in size and composition to promote a feeling of balance.

At the end of the day, your bedroom is your sanctuary and should be a space for relaxation and peace. Inviting positive energy into your room can help you get the best possible night’s sleep and prepare for the day ahead. Contact me today if you have questions or would like to start the process of buying or selling a house!

5 Ways to Bless Your New Home

October 19, 2022/in Organization /by Cara Chatellier

Whether you are about to move into a new home, recently moved, or have lived somewhere for a long time, a home blessing can bring positive energy into your space. Though most religions have some form of a home blessing, there are spiritual rituals that can serve the same purpose without the need for prayer or theology. By setting intentions for each room, you can help yourself better organize your life, avoid stress, and prevent feelings of confusion or distraction. Here are some tips to bless your home and help you make the most of your new space!

Declutter

Cleaning up your space is an essential first step in blessing a home. If you have not yet moved in and the space is empty- that is even better! Having an open space makes it easy for you to get familiar with every room in the house and its potential uses. Many people choose to burn sage at this point, as it is thought to clear out the energy of the previous owners and make room for you to set new intentions.

Look at a Floorplan

One of the main aspects of blessing a home is for the owner to familiarize themselves with all the space available to them and make the best use of it. It can be hard to reset the purposes of each room if they are already decorated or cluttered, so looking at a floor plan can help you think logically about the best way to use your space. You can even print it out and write down the ideal purpose of each room, including what it needs to contain and what type of energy you would like it to elicit. This may also be a good time to think about rearranging your furniture and implementing some feng shui!

Invite Friends or Family

Bringing loved ones to perform a home blessing with you can further solidify your good intentions for the space and the times you hope to share within it. It is also a spectacular excuse to show off your new home! You may consider asking your loved ones to say a few words about their hopes for your time in the home and what it will bring to you.

Set intentions for each room

Designating a purpose for each room ensures that you will make the most of your home and spend your time there comfortably and successfully. Oftentimes, homeowners will light a pink candle during this stage, as pink is thought to bring the energy of love and kindness. You may choose to walk into each room with the candle and state your intentions for them aloud. For instance: “May this dining room be a place to celebrate with loved ones, enjoy homecooked meals, and come together as a family.” If you work from home, this step can be especially beneficial to mentally separate your office space from the spaces in which you relax, eat, or sleep.

Personalize your Home Blessing

After you have set the intentions of each room, many sources say that you should open all east-facing doors and windows to invite in the energy of the sun! If that doesn’t work for you, maybe you will choose to sit down for a meal and share all of the things you hope to do and accomplish while you live in the home. If you are religious, look into the specific rituals that your religion uses for a home blessing and try to incorporate them into this process. No matter how you perform your home blessing, the most important thing is to take time to appreciate the space that you have and open it up to positive energy.

At the end of the day, your home is your sanctuary and you should feel happy and calm when you are there. Contact me today if you have questions or would like to start the process of buying or selling a house!