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How do I clear energy with salt?

Clearing Negative Energy with Salt: A Natural and Powerful Cleanser

Salt has long been known for its spiritual and energetic properties. It is a natural collector of negative ions, making it an excellent tool for clearing unwanted energy from your home, your aura, and even your physical body. Below are several effective ways to use salt to shift and cleanse energy.

1. Salt Baths for Personal Energy Clearing

Taking a salt bath is one of the easiest and most effective ways to cleanse your personal energy. Add 4 tablespoons of sea salt or Himalayan pink salt to a standard bathtub filled with warm water. Soak for about 20 minutes while visualizing negativity leaving your body and being neutralized by the salt water.

2. Sprinkle Salt Around the Home

Salt can also help to protect and cleanse your space. Sprinkle a fine layer around doorways, windows, and corners of each room—especially after smudging with sage. This ensures that negative energy is driven out, not trapped inside. Always sage before salting for best results.

3. Himalayan Salt Lamps

These beautiful lamps are more than decor—they help clear the energy in your space by attracting and neutralizing negative ions. Use one large lamp for every 200 square feet of living space. You can find them easily online.

4. Bowls of Salt Crystals

Place bowls of pink Himalayan or sea salt crystals in different areas of your home to passively cleanse the air and energy. Be sure to keep them out of reach of pets and children, as they are not safe for ingestion.

5. Gargling with Salt Water

For a sore throat or to release tension in your throat chakra, gargle warm salt water—but never swallow it. This method supports physical and energetic health but should always be done carefully.

6. Salt for Physical and Energetic Cleaning

You can mix salt with water or natural oils to use as a scrub for your skin, bathtub, or sinks. Always do a test patch when cleaning surfaces or trying body scrubs. This form of physical cleansing helps reset energy as well.

7. Salt Spray for Aura and Space

Mix salt with purified water in a fine mist spray bottle and add a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil. Spray it around your aura or room to break up heavy, stagnant energy. Avoid spraying on electronics, fabrics, or pets.

Important Safety Notes

  • Never drink salt water—it can cause serious health issues.
  • Keep all salt-based products out of reach of children and pets.
  • Salt is a spiritual tool, not a substitute for medical treatment. Consult a doctor for any health conditions.

Final Thoughts

Salt is a versatile, powerful, and affordable way to clear energy. Whether you're clearing your home or your own aura, incorporating salt into your regular rituals can create balance and harmony in your environment.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, energetically drained, or unsure what kind of clearing is best for you, our psychics are here to help. Call us for a reading at 1-800-966-2294 or visit The Psychic Line homepage.

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