When a family member dies, DO NOT KEEP these 4 items

What was meant to be a connection sometimes becomes a burden: insomnia, sudden crying spells, a feeling of being trapped in a loop of memories. And in some traditions, clothing is even believed to absorb a part of its owner’s soul or energy…

Our gentle tip  : declutter with your heart. Keep a symbolic item if you wish, but don’t feel obligated to keep everything. If a piece of clothing makes you sad, it’s a sign that it’s time to say goodbye.

Biological relics: a bond that’s too strong?

A lock of hair, a preserved baby tooth, objects imbued with body odor… We sometimes keep these physical fragments out of deep attachment. But these relics connect us to the body, not the soul. Yet it is often the opposite that we need to heal.

These objects can create a powerful, sometimes suffocating, energetic link. They foster an attachment that prevents emotional detachment, which is nevertheless essential for healing.

The right thing to do  : if you can’t bring yourself to part with it abruptly, perform a small farewell ritual. A symbolic, gentle, and respectful moment to turn the page, without guilt.

What you can keep, without hesitation

Fortunately, not all memories are painful. Some are bursts  of light  :

  • A photo where he/she is smiling broadly.
  • A touching letter
  • A piece of jewelry, a collector’s item, a book he/she loved

These objects tell stories  of love, life, and joy . They remind us of the best—not the end. They uplift us instead of holding us back.