Stopped Clocks: A Symbol of Love or a Sign of Obstruction?

Do you still have a clock that stopped at the exact moment your loved one died? It’s a touching, meaningful gesture, but it can carry an emotional weight you don’t realize. A clock frozen in time often also reflects a life that has stopped flowing.

Psychologically, these objects can anchor us to pain. They make it harder to find our rhythm, sleep peacefully, or feel alive. Even the atmosphere they create—still, heavy, and gloomy—can silently affect the entire family.

What to do: If the clock still works and brings you peace, treasure it. But if it hurts to see it, thank it gently and let it go. It’s a small but powerful way to restart your time.

Medical supplies: memories that reopen old wounds

Half-empty pill bottles, an old blood pressure monitor, a forgotten syringe kit: these remnants of illness are often left behind “just in case.” But what story do they tell?

They speak of pain, fragility, and long nights of worry. Even in hiding, they carry an emotional burden. Their silent presence can fill a home with unease.

The healthiest step: dispose of them safely. Your trusted pharmacy can help. You’ll regain not only physical space, but also emotional space, freeing up space for peace to return.

Clothing and bedding: warmth or emotional burden?

 



A pair of pajamas still scented with his perfume. His favorite pillow. A sheet untouched since the day he left. These objects may seem comforting, but they often contain powerful emotional energy.

What once offered a connection can turn into a vicious cycle of pain: sleepless nights, sudden tears, or the feeling of being trapped in memories. Some cultures even believe that clothing absorbs part of a person’s spirit, linking the living and the dead in invisible ways.

A gentle tip: Declutter consciously. Keep a meaningful object if it brings you comfort, but let go of the rest without guilt. If touching it hurts, it’s time to let it go.

Biological Memories: When Love Binds Too Strongly

A lock of hair, a baby tooth, or something that still retains its scent: these small relics often arise from a deep love. But these physical fragments bind us to the body, not the soul. And true healing comes from reconnecting with the spirit, not with the remains.

These objects can sustain an emotional bond that feels comforting but suffocating, making true healing more difficult.

What helps: If separation seems impossible, organize a silent farewell ritual. Light a candle, say a few words of thanks, and free your heart with love. It’s not forgetting, it’s liberating.

What is worth keeping

Not all memories bring pain. Some hold pure light:

  • A photo of their happiest smile.
  • A handwritten letter full of warmth.
  • A jewel, a book or something that brings them joy.

These memories tell stories of life, not loss. They lift the heart instead of weighing it down. Preserve what reminds you of love, not what keeps you in pain