When someone in the family dies, it’s important to know this: Never keep these 4 heirlooms

The death of a loved one brings with it a mixture of grief, nostalgia, and attachment. In the midst of mourning, many find comfort in keeping personal belongings of the deceased: clothes, letters, photographs, items that seem to retain a part of their essence.

However, there are certain relics that, according to various spiritual traditions and folk beliefs, should not be kept at home. Not because of empty superstition, but because of what they can represent on an energetic and emotional level. These objects can alter the harmony of the home, intensify the attachment to pain or generate inexplicable sensations in those who inhabit that space.

Below, we explore four items you should avoid keeping after a loved one leaves.

1. Clocks stopped at the hour of death

In many cultures, clocks are symbols of the passage of time and the cycle of life. A clock that stopped right at the moment of death is often perceived as a strong connection to that final instant.

Why not keep it?
It is said that maintaining it can energetically anchor the deceased person to this plane, making it difficult for them to rest spiritually. It can also act as a constant reminder of the loss, blocking the natural grieving process.

2. Medicines and medical objects

Sometimes, medicines, pillboxes, blood pressure monitors, or utensils used during the deceased relative’s illness are kept. Even if it’s careless or homesick, it’s best to dispose of them properly.

Why not keep them?
These objects are imbued with the energy of pain, illness, and vulnerability. Their presence can generate unconscious anxiety or keep alive a sense of suffering within the home.

3. Used bedding and underwear

Keeping the clothes of the departed can be a natural part of the grieving process. However, keeping used pillows, pajamas, or sheets during their last days can emotionally anchor that stage of loss.

Why not keep them?
According to some traditions, these objects retain the “energetic imprint” of the body. Sleeping with them or keeping them close could interfere with emotional balance, generating feelings of sadness, insomnia or disturbing dreams.

4. Hair, nails or objects with biological remains

There are cases in which, due to personal beliefs or old practices, strands of hair, teeth or even fragments of nails are kept as a souvenir.

Why not keep them?
From a spiritual point of view, they are considered carriers of vital energy. Keeping them could symbolize excessive attachment, or even act as a “physical bond” with a cycle that must already close. In addition, they can generate discomfort or strong emotional impact on other family members.

What to keep then?

Keeping photographs, letters, favorite books or a special object that evokes love and good memories can be a healthy part of grief. The key is to keep what helps you heal and remember peacefully, not what prolongs the pain or sense of loss.

Summary:
After the death of a loved one, it is important to learn to let go with love. Keeping certain objects may seem like an act of tribute, but in some cases it can hinder the emotional and energetic process of mourning. Listening to what we feel when we touch or see that object is a valuable guide. The important thing is not to retain the material, but to honor the memory from light and acceptance.

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