7 Ways to Spiritually Cleanse

People take care of their bodies by eating healthy food and exercising. Many will even take care of their mental health by reading self-help books or going to therapy. But how many people take the time to take care of their souls?

While you can detox your body by fasting, cleansing your spirit is a bit more complicated, according to mindbodygreen. But it can be done.

A spiritual cleanse is something that causes purification or removal of something that is harmful to you. Yashoda Devi Ma, an expert in Vedic meditation and Himalayan yogic practices, told mindbodygreen that spiritual cleansing includes, “rituals, practices, and actions performed to create harmony and connection between mind, body, soul, and spirit.”

Spiritual cleansing is necessary because unlike your body that can cleanse itself of toxins, negative thoughts and emotions can build up and effect your spirit, stressed verywellmind. Cleansing yourself of negativity leaves more room for the positive things in your life.

Regular cleansing helps you recoup, recharge, and come back stronger so you can live a life of purpose, clarity, and joy. Here are seven ways that you can spiritually cleanse your soul.

Meditation

Meditation is one of the most effective ways you can cleanse your soul, according to a blog on Yoga Basics. When you meditate, you clear your mind and work through negative thoughts and emotions by focusing on the present moment. Combine medication with breathwork, mantras, or yoga poses to help you connect with your higher self and to find inner peace.

Aromatherapy

Cleanse your spirits by diffusing essential oils or by lighting scented candles. Breathe in deeply and allow soothing scents like lavender, peppermint, bergamot, eucalyptus to purify your aura and clear out negativity and stress. Pair that with a relaxing bath or herbal tea and feel your spirits rise.

Crystal Healing

Crystal healing harnesses the power of crystals and gemstones to cleanse your soul. The vibrating nature of crystals can help you release negative stored energy and helps you balance your mind, body, and spirit. Crystal healing can also help you unblock the charkas and encourage positive energy flow.

Smudging With Sage

Burning white sage is an ancient practice that has been used for centuries by Indigenous  Americans to remove negative energy. “Most cultures that use sacred smoke are preparing and setting the tone of the environment for a meditative, deep, relaxed experience,” Devi Ma told mindbodygreen. “These sacred smokes purify, clear, and uplift the energy within our mind, body, and our space.”

Spiritual Baths

A spiritual bath can cleanse your body and your spirit by soothing your aches and making you relaxed, according to mindbodygreen. You can elevate an ordinary bath by using ayurvedic cleansing baths that use herbs to detox your system depending on your dosha.

Connect With Nature

Spending time in nature is one of the most powerful ways to cleanse spiritually. Forest bathing – which came from Japan – is a way for you to connect to trees, listen to chirping birds, and observe nature in a stress-free environment.

You can also connect with the five elements when you are in nature, stressed Yoga Basics. Walk barefoot in the grass to ground yourself to the earth or connect to water by standing in a lake or ocean to allow the water to cleanse your thoughts and feelings.

Sound Healing

Music can lift your spirits and bring you joy. That’s why sound healing is so effective. Use the musical vibrations from singing bowls and gongs to help clear blockages and bring harmony to your body and soul. During a sound healing session, you will feel deeply relaxed as the vibrations help to clear the stagnant energy and negativity leaving you with a renewed sense of being and purpose.