In our quest for personal growth and spiritual development, we often encounter emotional and energetic ties that hold us back. These ties, known as energy cords, can connect us to people, places, objects, and beliefs, often transmitting unhealthy or unwanted energy and limiting our potential. Cord cutting is a powerful healing technique designed to unhook us from these draining dynamics, freeing our consciousness to pursue growth and well-being.

What Are Energy Cords?

Energy cords are invisible attachments that form between individuals, places, objects, and beliefs. These cords can develop through significant relationships or even brief encounters. They represent the energetic ties that influence our emotions and overall wellness, often without our conscious awareness. While some cords can be positive and nurturing, many become unhealthy, co-dependent connections that drain our energy and limit our freedom.

A Common Example of Energy Cords

Consider the experience of having an overly critical family member. Even when you’re not around them, you might hear their voice in your head, criticizing your choices. Despite the physical distance, their judgment can still affect you, making you feel drained and energetically depleted. This persistent experience suggests an unhealthy energetic attachment that continues to feed those feelings of judgment into your energy field.

The impact can be so profound that, if you focus on that feeling, you might even detect where in your body this energy is penetrating. It might manifest as a knot in your stomach, tightness in your chest, or a headache. These physical sensations are your body’s way of signaling the presence of these energetic cords. Recognizing and addressing these cords is just another way of reclaiming agency over your own energy.

Why Do Energy Cords Need to Be Cut?

Unhealthy energy cords can have an impact on our well-being. They can hinder our personal power, making us feel energetically drained, manipulated, or stuck in the past. These cords often carry the energy of toxic relationships, addictive behaviors, and unresolved emotional issues, preventing us from living fully in the present and pursuing our life goals.

Cutting these cords can aid in restoring our independence and vitality. By severing these ties, we release the unwanted energy and emotional baggage they carry, allowing us to attract relationships and experiences that support our growth and happiness.

Signs You Need to Cut Energy Cords

Warning: This list is going to be long. Now I’m a practical person, and for those who have worked with me, I like to give it to you straight. Most of these issues are fully capable of resolving on their own with time or with the support of a good friend or therapist. However, if you feel like things are not getting better, are getting worse, or you feel like you have no control over these emotions, cord cutting might be a beneficial alternative worth exploring.

Obsessive Thoughts and Emotional Turmoil, expressed as:

• Unable to stop obsessing about a person.

• Feeling judged or criticized by others.

• Mental arguments about the other person.

• Deep feelings of sadness, anger, and depression around past events.

• Desire for revenge or constant awareness of unfair treatment.

• Becoming an emotional wreck, crying a lot.

Being Stuck in the Past, expressed as:

• Constantly thinking about past events or people.

• Always reflecting on the past and what happened there.

• Experiencing constant reminders or memories of the person 

• Incapable of moving on.

• Turning down other offers and invitations, feeling uninterested.

• Not looking for new opportunities.

Negative Impact on Daily Life, expressed as:

• Feeling energetically drained.

• Experiencing nightmares.

• Not sleeping well.

• Feeling manipulated or controlled by others.

• Susceptibility to manipulation.

Unhealthy Attachments and Relationships, expressed as:

• Temptation to return to a relationship that doesn't serve you.

• Compulsive online stalking of the person (e.g., watching their social media).

• Having conversations with the person in your head.

Loss of Personal Identity, expressed as:

• Lack of personal identity, overly tied to another person, group, or belief system.

• Addictive behaviors and feeling overly dependent on someone or something for emotional well-being.

The Cord Cutting Process

There are various methods to cut energy cords, each with its own approach and tools. Personally, when it comes to removing any kind of energy, I find it equally important to replace that empty space with something positive. In my opinion, anything left vacant is more susceptible to being filled back up with unwanted energy. Think of it like decluttering your home: once you’ve cleared out the junk, you don’t want to leave the space empty for more clutter to accumulate. Instead, you want to fill it with things that bring you joy and comfort.

Cord-Cutting Meditation with Light and Source Energy

To effectively cut energy cords, I like to combine a meditation practice with the visualization of light and Source energy. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Find a Quiet Space: Sit comfortably in a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed. Close your eyes and take deep breaths to relax and center yourself.

2. Ground Yourself: Imagine roots extending from your body into the Earth, grounding you firmly. Feel the connection to the Earth’s stabilizing energy.

3. Visualize Light: Picture a ball of bright white light formed from the energy of the sun, moon, and stars. This light represents pure, healing energy.

4. Scan Your Body: Move this ball of light through your body, starting from the top of your head and slowly descending to your feet. As the light moves, visualize it pushing out any energy cords attached to you.

5. Focus on Chakras: Pause at each chakra (energy center) and spend extra time visualizing the light clearing away cords and filling the space with pure energy. Notice if there are any blockages or cords attached to specific areas.

6. Cut the Cords: As the light reaches a cord, imagine it dissolving the connection effortlessly. Feel the cord disintegrate and the space it occupied being filled with healing light.

7. Release and Fill: Continue moving the light through your body until you feel all cords have been addressed. Imagine the light filling you up completely, restoring your energy and sealing any gaps.

8. Breathe and Relax: Take a few more deep breaths, feeling lighter and more energized. Open your eyes when you’re ready.

Is Cord Cutting Safe?

Cord cutting is generally safe when done with the right intention and care - as is any other energetic healing modality.  It’s about letting go of energies that don’t support us without causing harm to anyone involved. As always, approach it with respect and seek extra support if needed to ensure a safe and beneficial experience.

To that end, If the idea of doing this alone is overwhelming, you can always lean on an energy healer. A Reiki Master or Practitioner, can support the effectiveness of the cord-cutting process, ensuring that the cords are thoroughly cleared and healing energy is directed to any affected areas. We can help you identify where the cords are attached and help you visualize the release and healing. A Reiki session can also help with processing and releasing any emotions that arise during the cord-cutting process, providing a calming and supportive environment. This process can be done both in person and remote.  If you feel this is something you might want to target, speak to your Reiki practitioner who can focus a session's intention toward this specific process.

Post-Cord Cutting Experiences

After cord cutting, you might experience changes in your relationships. Some relationships may evolve, while others might naturally fade away. Emotional releases, such as crying or feeling a weight lifted, are common. Physical symptoms like fatigue, nausea, or light-headedness can also occur as your body adjusts to the energy shift. It's also important to be mindful of the possibility that those energetic attachments might attempt to reconnect. Maintaining strong boundaries is crucial to prevent these cords from re-forming. Trust your instincts and give yourself time to heal and adapt.

By regularly engaging in this cord-cutting process weather self administered or with the help of an energy healer, you can free yourself from draining attachments and open up to a life of greater joy, health, and fulfillment.

If you're interested in learning more or discussing how energetic attachments could be affecting your day-to-day life, you can always schedule a consult. As always, I encourage you to support each other on this path to greater freedom and well-being by sharing your experiences or questions in the comments below.