How to Clear Old Energy From Your Home After Change
Change always shifts our energy: but often, our homes don’t get the memo.
Maybe you’ve gone through a breakup, loss, move, job shift, or just feel like life’s different now. You’re evolving. But your space? It still holds the energy of your past self - the one who used to live, love, or dream within those walls.
This is where feng shui for transitions comes in. You don’t need to move house to find yourself
It’s not about starting over. It’s about realigning your environment with who you are now, so your home feels lighter, fresher, and ready to support what’s next.
How Do You Know If Your Home Is Holding Old Energy?
You might notice:
The air feels heavy or stale, even after cleaning.
You keep replaying old memories when you walk into certain rooms.
You can’t seem to focus, rest, or feel fully at peace at home.
You’ve decluttered and redecorated - but something still feels “off.”
These are all signs that the chi (energy) in your home is carrying the imprint of what was.
Why Clearing Energy Matters
Your home absorbs what you live through - conversations, emotions, routines. Over time, this creates energetic residue that can hold you in patterns you’ve already outgrown.
When you clear old energy, you’re not just “refreshing” your home… you’re reclaiming it. You’re saying: I’m ready for something new.
And when your home’s energy shifts, life starts to flow differently too — more ease, more opportunities, more alignment.
Feng Shui Ways to Clear Old Energy
You don’t need to overhaul your whole house. Start with small, intentional steps that reconnect you with your space.
Open it up
Let fresh air in. It sounds simple, but chi needs movement. Throw open the windows and doors. Invite nature to move through.
Reset your entryway
Your front door sets the tone for every bit of energy entering your life. Sweep, clean, and refresh it with intention. Add light, greenery, or a scent that feels uplifting.
Clear with the five elements
Bring balance by working with the five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. Even small touches (like lighting a candle or placing a bowl of water under sunlight) recalibrate energy.
Declutter with intention
Don’t just “get rid of stuff.” Thank what no longer represents you. Every item holds energy — clearing creates space for who you’re becoming.
Activate your heart
This is the energetic centre of your home. Light a candle, place flowers, or simply stand there and visualise new energy radiating outward.
If You’re in Transition…
Be gentle with yourself. Your home doesn’t need to look perfect to feel aligned. It just needs to reflect where you are now - not where you were.
When we shift the energy of our environment, we give ourselves permission to move forward with ease and clarity.
Feng Shui FAQ: Clearing Old Energy
How often should I clear the energy in my home?
At least seasonally, or any time life changes - new job, move, breakup, loss, or big decision.
Can I do this if I rent?
Absolutely. Energy flows regardless of ownership. Focus on small, movable elements - scent, light, airflow, and intention.
What if I’ve already decluttered?
Decluttering helps the physical, but Feng Shui works with the energetic. It’s like going beyond surface cleaning - aligning what you feel in a space, not just what you see.
Do I need to use sage or incense?
Not necessarily. You can use sound (music, bells, clapping), fresh air, or light - anything that feels cleansing to you. I do like to use Palo Santo, Sage and Frankincense - but up to you.
Ready to Bring Fresh Energy Into Your Home?
A short chat can help you identify exactly where energy is stuck and what your home needs to support your next chapter.
