Energy Clearing for Spiritual Wellness: How to Reset & Rebalance Your Space
As we embrace Spiritual Wellness Month this March, it’s the perfect time to explore the art of energy clearing—both in our physical spaces and within ourselves. Energy affects how we feel, think, and interact, so making time for intentional cleansing can help create a sense of lightness, balance, and clarity.
At Spindrift Massage & Bodywork Therapy, I use Palo Santo, Sage, Juniper, and Cedar to clear energy, create balance, and set intentions in my massage space throughout the day. But energy clearing isn’t just for therapists—you can incorporate these rituals into your own routine to bring peace into your home and daily life.
Sacred Plants for Energy Clearing and Their Benefits
Throughout history, certain plants have been used in spiritual rituals, healing practices, and energetic cleansing. These botanicals support renewal, relaxation, and clarity.
Palo Santo (Holy Wood)
Clears stagnant energy and uplifts mood
Used in South American traditions for purification and grounding
Woody, citrus-like scent promotes deep relaxation and eases stress
How to use:
Burn a small piece of Palo Santo wood, allowing the smoke to fill your space while setting a positive intention.
Use Palo Santo essential oil in a diffuser or room spray for mental clarity and emotional balance.
Sage (Purification and Mental Reset)
Removes negative energy and resets the mind
White sage is one of the most well-known plants for smudging and spiritual cleansing
Neutralizes negativity and makes space for uplifting energy
How to use:
Burn a sage bundle, allowing the smoke to waft into corners where energy tends to stagnate, such as doorways, windows, and meditation spaces.
If smoke isn’t an option, try sage-infused room sprays or simmer sage leaves in water for a gentle aromatic cleanse.
Juniper (Protection and Clarity)
Wards off negative energy and promotes mental focus
Used in Celtic, Native American, and Nordic traditions for spiritual protection
Sharp, fresh scent helps clear mental fog, making it great for meditation and decision-making
How to use:
Burn dried juniper branches for protection and purification.
Use juniper essential oil in a diffuser to enhance focus and create a protective energy shield.
Cedar (Grounding and Spiritual Protection)
Nurtures, soothes, and connects you to the earth
Often used in Native American and Ayurvedic practices for stability and deep spiritual protection
Warm, grounding aroma is ideal for cleansing a space before meditation or after a stressful day
How to use:
Burn cedarwood for grounding and emotional stability.
Place cedar branches or sachets in your space for long-term energy clearing.
Use cedarwood essential oil for a calming effect on the nervous system.
More Ways to Clear Energy and Set Intentions
Energy cleansing goes beyond burning herbs. There are many ways to reset your space and spirit.
Sound Healing
Tibetan singing bowls, tuning forks, or chimes help clear stagnant energy through vibration and sound frequency.
Chanting or playing uplifting music can raise vibrations and shift energy in a space.
Breathwork and Meditation
Deep, intentional breathing releases emotional blocks and refreshes personal energy.
Visualization meditations help release what no longer serves you and invite in renewed energy.
Crystals for Energy Protection
Black Tourmaline and Obsidian absorb negative energy and provide grounding.
Selenite and Clear Quartz amplify light energy and cleanse the aura.
Water and Salt Cleansing
Taking a salt bath or foot soak helps release energetic heaviness.
Spritzing a saltwater or herbal-infused mist in your space purifies the air.
Decluttering and Space Reset
Tidying up your home physically also helps clear mental and emotional clutter.
Lighting candles or placing fresh flowers shifts the atmosphere instantly.
Setting Intentions After Energy Clearing
Once old energy has been cleared, setting an intention helps anchor the new energy and keeps your space aligned with what you want to attract.
How to Set an Intention:
Take a deep breath and bring awareness to your space.
State a positive affirmation aloud, such as, "I invite peace, balance, and harmony into this space."
Visualize your space being filled with light and uplifting energy.
Express gratitude—thank your space, your body, and yourself for taking the time to reset.
How I Use Energy Clearing in My Massage Space
At Spindrift Massage & Bodywork Therapy, I incorporate energy clearing into every session by:
Using Palo Santo or Sage before sessions to refresh the space.
Applying Juniper or Cedar essential oil sprays to balance the room.
Playing sound healing frequencies to promote relaxation.
Encouraging clients to breathe deeply and set their own intentions during their session.
Energy is not just something we feel—it’s something we can actively shape and cultivate. By practicing energy clearing and intention setting, we create space for balance, renewal, and deep relaxation.
How do you like to clear your energy at home? Let me know in the comments.
