18. April 2026
What Is Cord Cutting and How Does It Work?
What Is Cord Cutting and How Does It Work?
Cord cutting is one of the most commonly requested forms of spellwork and also one of the most misunderstood. If you have heard the term but are not entirely sure what it means or whether it is something that could help you, this post is here to give you a clear and honest explanation of what cord cutting actually is, how it works in practice, and what you can realistically expect from the process.
What Are Energetic Cords?
Before understanding cord cutting it helps to understand what energetic cords are. In spiritual practice, cords are understood as energetic connections that form between people through significant relationships, interactions, and experiences. These connections are natural and not inherently problematic. Every meaningful relationship in your life involves some degree of energetic exchange and connection.
The issue arises when certain cords become draining, unhealthy, or tied to relationships and experiences that no longer serve your growth and wellbeing. A cord connected to a past relationship that ended painfully, a friendship that became toxic, a workplace dynamic that left you feeling depleted, or even a pattern of thinking tied to a specific person or experience can continue to affect your energy long after the situation itself has ended. Cord cutting is the practice of intentionally severing or releasing those connections so that your energy can move forward freely.
What Cord Cutting Is Not
There are a few important misconceptions about cord cutting worth addressing directly. Cord cutting is not about erasing someone from your memory or pretending a relationship did not happen. It is not about wishing harm on another person or sending negative energy in their direction. And it is not a guarantee that you will never think about or feel affected by a person or situation again.
Cord cutting is about releasing the energetic hold that a connection has on you so that you can move forward with greater freedom, clarity, and emotional availability. It is an act of self care and forward movement, not an act of aggression or erasure.
How Cord Cutting Works in Practice
Every cord cutting session I offer is completely personalized to your situation. Before the work begins we will have a conversation about the connection you are looking to release, what it has meant in your life, and what you are hoping to feel or experience on the other side of the work. Understanding the specific nature of the cord is essential to performing the work effectively.
The ritual itself typically involves a combination of intentional energy work, symbolic tools, and focused visualization designed to sever the energetic connection cleanly and with care. The specifics vary depending on the nature of the cord, the complexity of the situation, and the approach that feels most aligned with your intentions and energy.
As with all of my spellwork you have two options. You can have the cord cutting performed entirely on your behalf, or you can request personalized guidance to perform the ritual yourself at home. Ingredients are not supplied for guidance only sessions but you will receive clear, detailed instructions for everything you need to do.
What to Expect After a Cord Cutting Session
Experiences after a cord cutting session vary from person to person. Some people feel an immediate sense of lightness or relief. Others notice a more gradual shift over the days and weeks that follow, a growing sense of emotional freedom, reduced preoccupation with the person or situation, and an increased ability to be present in their current life. Some people experience a brief period of emotional processing as the energy shifts and settles.
It is worth noting that cord cutting is not always a one time process. Deep or long standing connections may benefit from more than one session, and that is completely normal. The work is most effective when approached with patience, self compassion, and a genuine commitment to moving forward.
Who Is Cord Cutting For?
Cord cutting can be beneficial for anyone who feels energetically or emotionally tethered to a person, relationship, or experience in a way that is limiting their ability to move forward. This includes but is not limited to people navigating the end of a romantic relationship, those dealing with the aftermath of a toxic friendship or workplace dynamic, individuals working to release grief or loss, and anyone who feels stuck in patterns of thinking or feeling connected to a specific person or experience from their past.
You do not need to be in acute distress to benefit from cord cutting. Many people seek this work as a proactive step toward greater energetic clarity and emotional freedom even when the situation in question is not causing immediate pain.
Ready to Explore Cord Cutting?
If you feel that a cord cutting session might support your forward movement I would love to have a conversation about what that could look like for you. Sessions are available online in English and Spanish. Visit the services page to learn more or reach out directly to get started.