Space clearing means clearing the space on an energy level. It is an ancient art practiced daily in many old cultures and there are numerous ways and materials used for space clearing. The reason behind the need for space clearing is simple: just as on a physical level you see the dust and dirt accumulating in your home as a result of daily activities, the same happens on an energy levels. You may not see the "dust and dirt" of human emotions, but they do accumulate in any space, so it is best to clear them out regularly.

Generally, it is recommended to do a thorough space clearing session at least once a year in your home, or after intense events with negative energy, such as a divorce, for example. It is also very important to space clear a house that you just moved in, especially if it is a foreclosure house. A light form of space clearing can be used every time you clean your home on a physical level, as well as before and after your clutter clearing sessions.

Find your favorite, most enjoyable way of space clearing and use it often. For instance, you can use a smudge stick or even essential oils.  You can also use Palo Santo, the "holy wood" from a tree that grows in South America. It has the most beautiful, purifying and uplifting scent, feeling the energy of Palo Santo is pure pleasure.

WEEKLY SPACE CLEARING SESSION

Space clearing is easy and very enjoyable, especially once you get into the habit of it. Ideally, you will have at least one major feng shui space clearing session a year, and then simpler versions of it weekly or monthly. You can even do short space clearing sessions daily. This should take about 15 to 20 minutes.

Here's How:

1. Find a window of time when you will not be disturbed, ideally right after the house has been cleaned.
2. Be sure you have easy access to all the required space clearing materials (listed below).
3. Gather your materials on your dining room, or any other suitable space, ideally in the center of the house.
4. Light the candle and the incense.
5. Use the essential oils airspray, or the sage smudge stick to go around the house in a clockwise motion and purify the energy. Pay special attention to the energy in the corners.
6. When finished, come back to the center and purify your own energy a bit by either misting your body with essential oils or letting the sage smoke purify your field.
7. Let the candle and the incense go out on their own. Take a moment to connect to your home and feel the difference in its energy.

At times, consider adding some elements of the deeper feng shui space clearing session to your daily or weekly routine. It is always good to do the feng shui space clearing sessions in a calm and clear state of mind, so as to be able to perceive the subtle energy shifts in your home. Feel free to modify and change your space clearing sessions, and make absolutely sure you enjoy them! Once you start enjoying the space clearing process, you will use it more often; your efforts will result in fresh and clear energy for you and your home.

What You Need:

• Candle(s)
• Natural Incense
• Essential Oils Mist
• Sage Smudge Stick (optional)
• Music (optional)

Whenever the energy in your space feels stagnant, low, or even negative, you can quickly reach for your space clearing supplies and refresh the energy in no time!

DEEP SPACE CLEARING
In feng shui, it is recommended to do a deep space clearing at least once a year. It is also recommended to do space clearing after an intense negative event, such as a divorce, for example, or before moving into a house that might have many negative energies. A deep spa45 min to 1 hour

Here's How:
1. Think of best timing, plan and prepare for your feng shui and space clearing session. Find the best day and time when you will not be rushed or disturbed. The optimum time for a feng shui space clearing session is in between 11 am and 1 pm. Do not start later than 3 pm.

2. Be sure you have all the materials you need (listed below). Also be sure to prepare a spot that will center the energies - an altar - on which you will place all the needed space clearing tools. This can be your dining table, or the fireplace mantel, or something similar with easy access to it.

3. Be sure you feel balanced, be sure your energy is calm and clear. See what works best to put you into the right frame of mind: it might be an early morning walk in the woods or maybe a yoga class.

Take a shower right before the space clearing session, and be sure to wear fresh clean clothes.

4. Do your best to set up your altar as a beautiful, inspiring energy spot. The very minimum for a feng shui space clearing altar are candles and incense (purifying Fire element) and fresh flowers (Wood element).
The other three feng shui elements can be presented as following: Water as a small bowl with pure water; Metal as a clear glass candle holder, plus the metal bells used for space clearing; Earth as natural rock crystals. Use your sense of beauty while creating your energy spot - the feng shui space clearing altar. 

5. Turn on the music and place at least one candle in each room.  Try to sense the energy in each room and connect to it. You can also go into each room with your incense stick to spread the gentle sweet scent in preparation for the session. Be sure to have at least one window open to allow stale energy to leave and fresh energy to enter.

6. Roll up your sleeves (you will sense the energy better this way) and do the following: starting at the main door and moving clockwise, clap strongly into each corner of your house. A clap from the lowest level to as high as you can reach to the ceiling. You will feel a huge difference in the quality of energy as the sound of clapping will be different depending on the accumulated energy. Be sure not to omit any corners in your house, and be sure to clap as much as necessary; some house corners will require more time. Continue clapping until you feel a clear difference in the sound (it will feel more crisp and clear when the energy is cleansed). When finished, be sure to wash your hands up to elbows in cool water.

7. Use your sage smudge stick on the same pathway around the house to purify any energy residues. Be careful not to stain your furniture or flooring, be mindful that the sage ashes can burn fabric or slightly damage the floors. You can also use Essential Oils. Spray the essential oils around the house, especially in the corners. Personally, I like to do both the smudging and  the essential oil steps.

8. If you decided to use bells, now is the time to ring the deepest sound/vibration bell into each corner, and wait slowly for the sound to really penetrate the space. You can ring a couple times in each corner, going in the same clockwise fashion. Then use the next, higher vibration bell(s) in the same way, waiting for the sound to completely dissolve until you ring again. Take several deep breaths and do it slowly. The lightest vibration bell will feel like the sweet sound of faeries; this is the time to focus on spreading the good wishes for your home and infusing it with positive energy.

Do not rush to finish the session, let the music still play for a while and let the candles and the incense burn on their own accord. Just be in that clear space and see what else comes up. Maybe your living room needs more attention, or maybe it's your front door. Pay attention. If all is well, then make yourself a nice cup of tea and enjoy a job well done!

Remember
1. Do not overdo the session and do not try too hard. Your goal is to feel out the energies and purify your home. You might not do it perfect for the first time, but you will sure gain a greater awareness of the energies in your home. 
2. It is Ok if you feel you have to do another session soon, there is no such thing as "too much" of space clearing. Again, feel free to experiment and try it as many times as you think it is necessary to purify the space; until you find your style and everything clicks. 

What You Need:

• CANDLES: Several (at least one for each room plus the altar)
• SOUND/MUSIC: Uplifting, healing
• BELL(S): Ideally two or three with different resonance
• SAGE: A smudge stick is ideal
• INCENSE: Frankincense, or Nag Champa, or Sandalwood
• ESSENTIAL OILS: Lavender and/or Mint, Lemongrass
• HIGH ENERGY ITEMS: Fresh flowers, crystals, specific images, etc.