Energy is everything. As it’s often said, it cannot be created or destroyed. However, it can become stagnant. Have you felt stuck or unsure why your progress has halted? You are not cursed. You’re not hexed. You are blocked. And those blocks are rooted in what you refuse to release. That dead-end job. That draining friendship. That ex you keep welcoming back. Even that city you’ve outgrown. These cords tie you to past versions of yourself. The Universe is waiting to offer new blessings, but you must first make space. I’m Barbie La Bruja, and I’m here to guide you through the unbinding.
“Staying tied to an old connection keeps you entangled in their energy.”
Why Do We Keep Holding On?
Let’s be real. You already know what I’m about to say. Yes, that friend has “always been there.” Yes, that job feels like security. But is it truly serving you? Or is it fear dressed up as loyalty? Many of us cling to toxic connections because they once offered something we needed. A place to crash. A sense of identity. A feeling of belonging. But time has passed. You’ve grown. Now that same person flakes on you or drains your energy. That job limits your potential. Similarly, that partner cheats, lies, or manipulates but still feels familiar. So you stay. Because at least you know what to expect. But just because something is known does not mean it’s safe. Or right. It might be keeping you from the very things you say you want.
The Hidden Costs of Refusing to Release
Let’s get into what happens when you hold on past the expiration date. First, the emotional drain. You argue, you feel resentment, and your peace becomes conditional. Second, energetic blockages. You keep sharing dreams only to be dismissed. You feel stuck. Moreover, depression starts to creep in. Third, spiritual interference. Above all, your high vibrations tank the moment they walk into the room. That’s not coincidence. Actually, that’s energetic residue.
“Letting go isn’t an act of cruelty but the radical act of self-love and new horizons.”
Lastly, you shrink. You walk on eggshells. You censor your joy. When you minimize yourself, you send the Universe a signal that you’re not ready for more. Your blessings are waiting but your boundaries must rise first.
Steps to Let Go Gracefully
Start with honesty. Accept that the connection is no longer aligned. This part hurts. Further, you may have shared real love, real laughs, and real support. Still, not everything is meant to last forever. In other words, after acceptance comes boundaries. Clearly state what will change: no more calls, no more favors, no more access. Use spiritual tools to support your release. A cord-cutting ritual, journaling, and guided meditation can help realign your energy. Most importantly, don’t rush to fill the gap. Let healing be the focus. Tend to your inner garden. Because what you do after release determines what grows next.
“This is time to dedicate to self-love and healing, not maladaptive coping.”
The New and the Now
With the cords cut and clarity restored, step boldly into the new. Letting go is not cruelty, it’s courage. It’s declaring, “I am ready to receive.” As a result, you may lose what’s familiar, but you gain what’s aligned. Make room for new love, new creativity, and new joy. The Universe responds to movement. After that, it rewards faith. You are not being punished. Moreover, you are being invited into your next season. But you cannot take expired energy with you. Release. Rise. Receive. The blessings you crave are already en route.
