The Dirty “C” Word: Why Clutter Is Blocking Good Energy In Your Home

The Dirty “C” Word: Why Clutter Is Blocking Good Energy In Your Home

When you hear “cleanse your home,” you might think of sage or crystals. But here’s the truth: energy work can only do so much if your space is still physically cluttered.

Your emotional energy gets stored in your home. It builds up — in junk drawers, behind closet doors, under the bed. And clearing out those physical layers can unlock peace, ease, and even joy.

Here’s how to start.

1. Clean the Cupboards (Yes, Really)

Think of your home like your body on a wellness detox. You wouldn’t just apply skincare and hope for the best — you’d start by flushing out toxins. Same here.

Start with hidden spaces: pantry, cupboards, under the sink. Empty, wipe, and reorganize from the inside out.

2. Out With the Old

Haven’t used it in 12 months? Let it go.

If it doesn’t spark joy or serve a purpose — donate it, sell it, or give it away. This frees up both physical and energetic space for what truly matters.

3. Top-to-Toe Clean

Move the bed. Shift the couch. Wet dust everything — especially skirting boards, windows, blinds, and hidden ledges. Follow with a dry wipe to remove any lingering dust or grime.

Fresh energy flows through clean spaces.

4. Deep Wash Day

Strip the bed. Wash your throw blankets and cushion covers. Clean fabrics hold onto energy just like surfaces do.

Bonus tip: Use a beautiful laundry liquid that elevates the experience. Scent is a powerful way to shift energy.

5. The Kitchen Purge

Start with your pantry. Check expiry dates, wipe shelves, and invest in clear containers to keep things fresh. Toss mismatched Tupperware, clean around the bin, and empty the junk drawer.

When the heart of your home is clean, everything feels lighter.

6. Clean the Bathroom (Especially the Fan)

Bathrooms can hold stagnant energy — especially if they’re damp. Scrub the shower, wipe down your fan (trust us), clean silicone edges, and declutter old beauty products or expired meds.

Want to Raise the Vibe After You Declutter?

Decluttering is step one. After that, you set the tone with intentional energy.

At Soja, our Core Collection of crystal-infused soy candles helps shift the energy in your home.

Try:

• Cleanse – Crushed Lime & Sea Salt + Clear Quartz
  → perfect for clearing stagnant energy

• Protect – Black Tea & Bergamot + Black Tourmaline
  → ideal after emotionally heavy days

Light a candle. Set an intention. Let your space support your peace.