Cleansing & Clearing Guidelines
Image Credit: Thaispusam Cleanse by Thanwan Singh
Cleansing is the systematic removal of negative or unwanted energies from the body's systems and subtle energy fields. Clearing is the same as cleansing but is the generally used term when talking about Reiki and other healing modalities. Both terms may be used interchangeably.
Cleansing/clearing can be done in a variety of ways:
How you cleanse comes down to a matter of personal preference. The best plan of action is to try one method steadily over a set period of time. (This will depend on the frequency of your cleansings.) At first you may notice a little to no difference. Your level of energetic awareness may cause you not to be aware of the subtle changes in your energy field. However, an easy way to gauge whether there is a difference is to pay attention to your mood on a day-to-day basis. Do you notice any changes? Are you happier than usual, or less stressed? If over a reasonable period of time, you do not notice a difference, feel the same, or feel worse you may need to A) cleanse more frequently or B) try another technique. In the case of needing to cleanse more frequently you may notice a "slight" change or one that seems temporary. In the latter case there will be no impact at all. You may also choose to cleanse in a different manner out of preference or necessity (eg. you cannot burn incense in your apartment). Be aware that you will be starting from scratch and will have to reassess the new method's affectiveness.
Building your cleansing schedule is perhaps even more important than choosing how you will cleanse. Even a great method done sporadically or infrequently may not yield much in results. (However, every little bit does help!) Some suggestions for a cleansing schedule:
It is important that you initially choose a time that works for you, so you can do this exercise at the same time each time. In the case of emergencies and scheduling changes, remake your schedule to fit the changes as soon as possible (if this will likely be a regular change). If is is a one time event, merely do your cleansing as soon as possible.
Bottom line, cleansing is about intention. Sometimes this intention is connected with a certain action and therefore that action takes on the meaning of "cleansing" to you. There is no absolute right or wrong - you should do what works for you!
And if you want an "second opinion" on cleansing, here's the experiences of another healer who can vouch for it's importance, even for we as people who give healing! ReikiAwakening @ Blogspot (Alice Langholt)
Cleansing/clearing can be done in a variety of ways:
- via intention
- in a ritual setting/with spells (LBRP)
- with light (sunlight, moonlight, candlelight, white/golden/violet light)
- with color
- with sound (bell, singing bowl, chimes)
- with incense/smudging (white sage, sweet grass, rosemary, frankincense, myrrh, cedar)
- through visualization
- via Reiki (or other energy work)
- using the earth or trees (burying in salt, dirt, or brown rice)
- using water, saltwater, or holy water
- with herbs (eg. green tea)
- with stones (eg. geodes, clear quartz clusters, amethyst, carnelian, citrine)
- guided meditations (written or recorded)
- breathwork/pranayama
- tape demagnetizer
- with Angels^
- with rosewater^
- epsom salt & alcohol^
- a combination of the above
How you cleanse comes down to a matter of personal preference. The best plan of action is to try one method steadily over a set period of time. (This will depend on the frequency of your cleansings.) At first you may notice a little to no difference. Your level of energetic awareness may cause you not to be aware of the subtle changes in your energy field. However, an easy way to gauge whether there is a difference is to pay attention to your mood on a day-to-day basis. Do you notice any changes? Are you happier than usual, or less stressed? If over a reasonable period of time, you do not notice a difference, feel the same, or feel worse you may need to A) cleanse more frequently or B) try another technique. In the case of needing to cleanse more frequently you may notice a "slight" change or one that seems temporary. In the latter case there will be no impact at all. You may also choose to cleanse in a different manner out of preference or necessity (eg. you cannot burn incense in your apartment). Be aware that you will be starting from scratch and will have to reassess the new method's affectiveness.
Building your cleansing schedule is perhaps even more important than choosing how you will cleanse. Even a great method done sporadically or infrequently may not yield much in results. (However, every little bit does help!) Some suggestions for a cleansing schedule:
- monthly - 1x/month (you may pick a special day or date like the first Sunday or the 10th)
- bi-monthly - 2x/month (this may be every 2 weeks or timed with the Full & New Moons)
- weekly - (you may choose a certain day of the week)
- daily - (any time of the day, consistently)
It is important that you initially choose a time that works for you, so you can do this exercise at the same time each time. In the case of emergencies and scheduling changes, remake your schedule to fit the changes as soon as possible (if this will likely be a regular change). If is is a one time event, merely do your cleansing as soon as possible.
Bottom line, cleansing is about intention. Sometimes this intention is connected with a certain action and therefore that action takes on the meaning of "cleansing" to you. There is no absolute right or wrong - you should do what works for you!
And if you want an "second opinion" on cleansing, here's the experiences of another healer who can vouch for it's importance, even for we as people who give healing! ReikiAwakening @ Blogspot (Alice Langholt)
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