The Closet as Mirror: A Chakra Guide to Energy and Style

We've all been there. You open the closet intentionally decide to do a purge and before you know it, you're knee-deep in piles of clothes, shoes, accessories, and bags. At first, the mess feels overwhelming. But in the chaos of sorting and choosing, you start remembering the stories of each garment—where you wore it, who you were with, what you felt that day.

Some pieces spark joy. Others carry a weight you didn't even realize you were still holding.

When you enter your closet, you aren't just looking at rows or stacks of clothes and shoes—you're looking into a mirror. Not the kind that simply reflects your face, but one that reveals your story. Your closet quietly holds the truth of your choices, your moods, your seasons of change. Every hanger carries a chapter. Every shelf cradles a memory.

There's the blazer that made you feel invincible on the day you got the job. The dress that saw you through a celebration you'll never forget. The shoes you wore until the soles gave out because they felt like freedom. And then there are the things that have been waiting—still tagged, still unworn—silent witnesses to intentions you haven't yet stepped into and the guilt of buying without wearing; testimate to excess and waste you want to hide.

The Energy of What We Wear

Deciding what to keep and what to let go of isn't just about fashion—it's about energy. When I teach, offer Reiki, or guide wellness sessions with my clients, we often discover that our energetic "closet" isn't all that different from the one in our home.

We have items—beliefs, habits, emotions—that have been hanging around far too long. Some are too tight, restrictive, and suffocating, leaving no room for growth. Others are too big, shapeless, and heavy, not at all aligned with who we've become. But they stay. Taking up space and offering no return on investment. Energetically speaking, they're freeloaders.

The truth is, you can't welcome something new into your closet—or your life—without clearing out the old. The act of deciding what to keep, what to let go, and what to repurpose is the same work we do inside ourselves. It takes time, honesty, and courage.

In a way, stepping into your closet is like stepping into one of my favorite Dan Fogelberg songs, "Souvenirs"—wandering through objects from your past, each one stirring a memory, each one reminding you of who you've been. Only your souvenirs are made of fabric, leather, and thread. They hang quietly, yet they hum with stories. But their energy sings so much more about yourself.

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