Keeping The Clutter Away

Obviously much of our clutter is in fact related toIf you don't use it, loose it! Keep your closets
a lack of proper organizing of our space, and ifclean, neat, and free of unwanted, old, unused
that is ALL that is involved, then you simply needitems. Don't allow your closets to become black
to find one of those magical interior alchemists toholes, or they will reflect that energy. Once you
help out. However, if you find that your clutterhave cleared out those closets, offer a simple
keep reappearing, then you may need to look atceremony of smudging of sage or incense to
the more underlying causes of its reappearance,clear the old lingering vibrations that were there
and this will take you in the field of working toas well. This keeps those closets from reacquiring
shift the underlying energetic matrix of yourtheir old residents again. Some people prefer to
home, the energy field that is stuck, stagnant, oruse lemon grass, or an essential oil mixture of
somehow blocked, which is attracting the clutterpeppermint and lemon to freshen up the vibes.
to accumulate in the first place.4. Ceremony: Ceremony is a time when we
In Feng Shui, this concept is referred to ashonor life, the seasons, and those aspects of living
"Space Clearing." It is based upon the assumptionbeyond the physical. It brings us in touch with the
that our homes reflect the vibrational imprints ofworlds beyond our everyday, and reminds us of
the past, either ancient past, or more immediate.a vastness of Life beyond our immediate
In this case, the battles, and history of the land isattention. When we make time for ceremony in
reflected and imprinted upon our homeour life and homes we open a doorway into
environment and may well be contributing to theanother dimension beyond this one allowing fresh
cause of your clutter.new ideas, inspiration and energies to flow into our
If you consider the ever popular concept of "Ch'I"homes.
in a home--that infamous current loured into ourBy ceremonially burning a candle each night we
homes by well placed mirror, wind chimes andreinforce to our subconscious mind the symbolic
brightly colored, it is analogous to the life flow ofof letting the problems and worries of the day as
energy in a property. Having sufficient flow of thiswe offer them to the candle's fire. It is a simple
Ch'I is considered the cause of prosperity, healthceremony and one that keeps the energies of
and good relationships. Conversely, a blocked flowyour home clean and clear of the burdens of the
of this Universal life energy produces theday. It is also a great way to let go of the past,
converse, chaos, blocks in communications,an ending of a business, a relationship, an old
money, relationships and the whole bevy ofjob...all are energetically "released" through simple
problems that lead most of us to call in a Fengceremonies so that their energetic baggage
Shui consultant in the first place.doesn't follow us into our future.
However, we do not need to rearrange our wholeRather than follow recipes about which ceremony
house to avail ourselves of the magical benefitsis "right" for your space, feel the unique
of a space clearing. With just a few simple spaceconnection you have with your space, and allow
clearing tips, even a novice can begin to clear theiryourself to follow the ceremony you are guided
environment of vibrational imprints of the past -to use. Look for a ceremonial act that seems to
to sweep out the old to make way for the new,match your energies the intentions you wish to
and isn't that why we are de-cluttering our homesinaugurate into your space. Whatever the
in the first place?!ceremony, when you do it with intention and
Six Simple Space Clearing Tips to Keep Yourawareness that ceremony heralds in the energies
Clutter Away:of your intention in a much more profound
1. Bring Your Life Energy back Into where there ismanner than when we simply and perfunctorily go
Clutter: To our subconscious mind, clutter triggersperform the same act.
images of stagnation, stuck energy and places5. Consciousness: The power of this cannot be
where Life doesn't move. It usually represents theoverstated in my opinion. Find the places in your
things we resist and places that we don't want tohome or office where you have vacated your
put our attention. Simply put: clean out the clutter.consciousness, those closets, corners, and dead
Piles of laundry, papers, boxes, mail...whatever it is,zones that you pretend are not there, or wish
when we see clutter, our mind equates it withweren't. That room where the kids used to live,
chaos and dead energy. So make a point to diveor the pile of paper in the office that calls out for
into your clutter like a heat seeking missile. Gohelp, but we ignore. Put your consciousness into
straight for it, you know where it lives! Put itthat space, with intention, and yes, even
away, find a home for it--address it! By puttingceremony, and notice the MAGIC that happens
your attention and focused awareness into thatwhen you do! Energy flows where attention goes!
place where clutter has collected, you are6. Cycles: There is a rhythm to Life, a time for
reclaiming the places in your environment wheregrowth, and a time for death. Cycles are
you have vacated your consciousness! So reallyimportant to observe: moon cycles are often
do it with some enthusiasm, with the knowledgeused for planting, cutting hair, beginning new
that you are putting your Presence back into thisprojects. Similarly, observing the cycles of the sun
space and that it is YOURS to reclaim. Once youof day and night, being more active during the
move that dead energy in your home, you will bedaylight hours, and winding down in the evening
surprised at how it moves in your life!when there is less energy available. As well there
2. Corners: These are the places where the Lifeare the larger seasonal cycles, solstices,
energy or Ch'i of our environment comes to aequinoxes. When we align consciously with these
stop like traffic at a four way stop sign. Take acycles of nature, the rhythm of Life, we find
moment to tune your consciousness into thatmore harmony and balance in our lives.
part of your environment to discover the plants,When we follow these cycles, we harness the
artwork, or objects which will move the energyLife energy of the planet begin to dance to the
of your corners. The flowing water of a fountain,same beat of Life. So by paying attention to the
the flow of air represented by wind chimes, orcycles of Life, we begin to work with them to
even the life sustaining energy of a plant can bereceive the gift of their energy.
enough to keep the energy moving and flowingFall is a perfect time to let go of the past and
instead of stagnating in your corners. Allow yourrelease the old habits and holds we have on our
intuition to guide you towards solutions that"stuff" allowing a new energy to flow in its place.
redirect the dead energies of a corner into moreWith some small investment on our part, we can
harmonious, peaceful and joyful spaces.dramatically change the energies of our
3. Closets: They are the bowels of our homesenvironment making our homes a sanctuary to
and offices, the storage bins for old, dead energy.reflect our highest intentions and dreams.