As the holiday season approaches, our homes often become a hub of activity—filled with loved ones, celebrations, and, occasionally, the stress that comes with the season. To truly embrace the warmth and joy of the holidays, it’s essential to start with a clean, high-vibrational space that invites positive energy and peace. Spiritual cleansing is a powerful way to clear out stagnant or negative energy, making room for love, abundance, and harmony to flow freely.
Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or simply preparing your home for a festive, peaceful season, these rituals can help you create a sanctuary of positive energy. Using natural elements like incense, frankincense and myrrh, Palo Santo, Florida water, and a specially crafted floor wash and anointing oil, you’ll transform your space into a beacon of light and high vibrations.
Step-by-Step Guide to Spiritually Cleansing and Raising Vibration
1. Start with Physical Cleaning
Before beginning any spiritual cleansing, declutter and physically clean your space. Dust, vacuum, and organize your home to create a blank slate. Negative energy often lingers in cluttered or dirty areas, so a thorough physical cleaning sets the stage for energetic work.
2. Burn Incense, Resins, or Palo Santo
Burning incense, resins like frankincense and myrrh, or Palo Santo is an ancient practice for purifying spaces and inviting sacred energy. Palo Santo, in particular, is excellent for not just clearing negative energy but also inviting positive energy and blessings.
- What You’ll Need:
- A charcoal disk and heat-safe dish (for resins like frankincense and myrrh) or Palo Santo sticks
- Matches or a lighter
- Instructions for Resins:
- Light the charcoal disk until it begins to spark.
- Place the lit charcoal on a heat-safe dish.
- Sprinkle a small amount of resin onto the charcoal.
- Walk through your space, letting the smoke fill each room, focusing on corners and doorways where stagnant energy collects.
- Instructions for Palo Santo:
- Hold one end of the Palo Santo stick and light the other with a match or lighter.
- Let the flame burn for about 30 seconds, then blow it out to allow the wood to smolder.
- Walk through your home, letting the smoke waft into every corner. As you move, repeat an affirmation or intention, such as:
“I release all negativity from this space and welcome peace, love, and positive energy.” - Use the smoldering Palo Santo to cleanse yourself by carefully waving it around your body from head to toe.
Important Safety Disclaimer
When working with burning resins, charcoal, or Palo Santo, it’s essential to prioritize safety to prevent accidents or injuries. Follow these safety guidelines to ensure your cleansing rituals are both effective and safe:
Burning Resins (Frankincense, Myrrh, etc.) and Charcoal
- Use a Heat-Safe Dish or Censer
Always burn resins and charcoal on a fireproof, heat-resistant surface. Recommended options include:- A brass or cast-iron censer
- A ceramic or stone bowl lined with sand or salt
- A heat-safe resin burner with a mesh screen
- A metal cauldron or a dish designed specifically for charcoal burning
3. Create and Use a High-Vibration Floor Wash
A spiritual floor wash cleanses negative energy and raises the vibration of your home. You can also use it to wipe down surfaces like windowsills and doors.
- Recipe for High-Vibration Floor Wash:
- 1 gallon of warm water
- 1 cup of Florida water
- 3 drops of lavender essential oil (for peace)
- 3 drops of lemon essential oil (for clarity)
- A pinch of sea salt (for purification)
- Optional: A small handful of fresh rosemary or basil
- Instructions:
- Mix the ingredients in a bucket.
- Mop your floors, starting from the back of the house and working toward the front, visualizing all negative energy being removed.
- Discard the water outside or down the drain, imagining negativity flowing away.
4. Anoint Doors and Windows for Protection
Anointing your doors and windows seals the positive energy within your home and prevents negative energy from entering.
- Recipe for Anointing Oil:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 drops of frankincense essential oil
- 3 drops of myrrh essential oil
- 1 drop of cinnamon essential oil (for warmth and abundance)
- Instructions:
- Mix the oils in a small bottle.
- Dab a small amount on your fingers and trace crosses or protective symbols on your doorframes and windowsills.
- Set an intention as you anoint each area, such as, “This home is filled with love, peace, and protection.”
5. Raise the Vibration with Sound
Sound is a powerful way to clear energy and raise vibration. Use bells, singing bowls, or even clapping to break up stagnant energy. Walk through your home, focusing on corners and areas that feel dense.
6. End with Gratitude and Intention
Once your cleansing rituals are complete, light a white candle and spend a moment in gratitude. Thank your home for being a sanctuary and set an intention for the kind of energy you wish to invite for the holidays. For example:
“May this space be filled with love, warmth, and harmony for all who enter.”
Why These Rituals Work
- Incense and Resins: Purify the air and invoke divine energy.
- Palo Santo: Clears negativity while inviting blessings, harmony, and positive energy.
- Florida Water: Known for its cleansing and protective properties.
- Essential Oils and Herbs: Each carries its own vibrational signature, contributing to the energy of the space.
- Sound: Breaks up heavy energy and invites lightness.
By taking the time to spiritually cleanse your home, you’re not only creating a welcoming space for the holidays but also ensuring that your environment supports your well-being and the joyful energy of the season. Incorporating practices like burning Palo Santo, using a spiritual floor wash, and anointing your doorways with protection oil will help you transform your home into a high-vibrational sanctuary filled with peace, positivity, and holiday cheer!
We’d love to hear from you! What’s your favorite cleansing technique to raise the energy in your home? Have you tried using Palo Santo, Florida water, or creating your own spiritual floor wash? Share your experience or tips in the comments below and let’s inspire each other to create peaceful, positive spaces for the holidays!
