Oct 29, 2024
Every Indian wants their home to be clean and ‘cleansed’ before Maa Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha enter their homes on Diwali. And so, here are 10 ways to remove the negativity from the space before Diwali puja.
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The biggest harbour of negativity is clutter and excess baggage inside the home. So, to remove any negative or stagnant energies, clear the clutter and make way for fresh space and air.
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Salt is one of the most used minerals when it comes to cleansing and removing negative energy. So, every time you mop the floor, add some in the water and mop the rooms with it. Or, sprinkle some salt in the corners as it is believed to keep evil away.
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If you feel the energy of your home is heavy and feels ‘not right’, a sage cleanse might be the answer. Buy a Sage bundle, light it up with an intention, and then move the smoke all over the house while praying.
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Using incense sticks, especially of sandalwood or lavender, is believed to be calming and cleansing for the energy of the home. So, light one and walk around your house. Let the smoke reach every corner and cleanse it from evil and darkness.
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Fresh, recently bloomed flowers are like a bundle of joy. They add energy and beauty to any space and by using fresh flowers in decor or just spreading them in some corners can help lighten the energy and make things more welcoming.
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To cleanse a space, natural light has the best, most positive energy. So, when you are cleaning, or mopping, or walking around with incense sticks, open all the windows and let the natural light and sunlight flow inside.
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To remove redundant energies, you can also use essential oils. Buy a small bottle of lavender, or citrus oil and add some drops in the diffuser. If you don’t want to buy a diffuser just put a few drops of the oil on a cloth and then gently clean the racks and cabinets with it.
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One does not have to wait till Diwali to light diyas in their homes. Start from Dhanteras day and light 5 diyas in different corners of your home everyday.
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Every Hindu God and Goddess has a particular plant and flower associated with them. From the Hibiscus to the Lotus, there is a favourite of them all. So, put that love to good use and add some fresh, new plants in the space to change the energies.
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One of the most underrated tips to remove negativity will be to pray everyday, without fail. For 10 minutes everyday sit in silence and remember God. Be thankful for what you have and wishful for what you want and soon things will start falling in place.
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