You know that feeling when you’ve been around someone who’s totally drained your energy, and you can’t shake off the sensation that you’re still carrying their negativity around with you? Like, I was at a family gathering last weekend, and my aunt was being her usual critical self. By the end of the night, I felt like I was walking around with a thick, grey fog stuck to my skin. It was suffocating.

Ever notice how some people can make you feel like you’re the problem, even when you know you’re not? It’s like they have this weird power to make you doubt yourself, to make you wonder if maybe you are the one who’s crazy. And then, when you finally get away from them, you’re left feeling like you need to scrub yourself clean, to get rid of the toxic energy they’ve left behind.

The thing about toxic people is that they’re not just draining your energy, they’re also messing with your vibe. They’re like a bad song that gets stuck in your head, except instead of just being annoying, they’re actually altering your frequency. And if you don’t do something to cleanse yourself, you can end up carrying that energy around with you for days, weeks, even months. I’ve been there, and trust me, it’s not fun.

So, how do you energy-cleanse after being around toxic people? Well, first of all, you need to acknowledge that you’ve been affected. Don’t try to brush it off or tell yourself you’re being too sensitive. Recognize that your energy has been compromised, and that you need to take steps to restore it. For me, this usually involves taking a long, hot shower, with some uplifting music playing in the background. I’ll add some essential oils to the water, like lavender or eucalyptus, to help calm my mind and soothe my skin.

Then, I’ll light some sage or palo santo, and let the smoke waft through my space. This is an old trick that’s been used for centuries to purify and protect the energy of a place. The idea is that the smoke absorbs the negative energy, and then carries it away, leaving your space feeling lighter and fresher. I’ll walk around my apartment, waving the sage or palo santo, making sure to get into all the corners and crevices. It’s like a ritual, a way of reclaiming my space and my energy.

Another thing that helps me is to get outside, into nature. Being in the natural world has a way of grounding me, of reminding me that I’m connected to something much bigger than myself. I’ll take a walk in the park, or sit by a river, and just breathe. I’ll feel the sun on my skin, the wind in my hair, and the earth beneath my feet. It’s like a reboot, a way of resetting my energy and my perspective.

And then, there’s the power of sound. Certain sounds, like the hum of a drum or the chime of a bell, can actually help to shift your energy, to raise your frequency and drive out the negative vibes. I’ll put on some music that makes me feel good, something with a strong beat and a positive message. I’ll dance around my apartment, letting the rhythm move me, letting the music lift me up.

The key is to find what works for you, to experiment with different techniques until you find the ones that make you feel most alive, most connected to your own energy. Maybe it’s meditation, maybe it’s yoga, or maybe it’s just taking a few deep breaths and reminding yourself that you’re enough. Whatever it is, make it a part of your daily routine, so that you can stay grounded and centered, even when the people around you are trying to bring you down.

It’s not always easy, of course. Sometimes, the toxic energy can be really stubborn, and it takes a while to clear it out. But the thing is, you have the power to do it. You have the power to choose how you want to feel, to choose the energy you want to surround yourself with. So, don’t be afraid to take control, to take care of yourself, and to prioritize your own well-being.

At 3am on Tuesday, I woke up feeling anxious, feeling like the weight of the world was on my shoulders. But then I remembered something that a friend had once told me: “The universe is always working in your favor, even when it doesn’t feel like it.” I took a few deep breaths, and I repeated those words to myself, like a mantra. I felt my energy start to shift, my perspective start to change. I realized that I wasn’t alone, that I was connected to something much bigger than myself.

And that’s the thing about energy-cleansing: it’s not just about getting rid of the negative vibes, it’s about connecting with the positive ones. It’s about remembering that you’re part of a larger whole, that you’re connected to the earth, to the sun, to the stars. When you tap into that sense of connection, that sense of oneness, you start to feel like you can handle anything that comes your way.

The wound is the place where the Light enters you, right? Well, sometimes, the wound is the place where the toxic energy enters you, too. But the good news is that you have the power to heal that wound, to close that door, and to let the Light in. So, take care of yourself, take care of your energy, and remember that you’re not alone. The universe is always working in your favor, even when it doesn’t feel like it. Trust that, and trust yourself. You got this.

✨ Elle Vida | Sparklebox

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