Remove a Crossed Condition With These Uncrossing Spells

We all experience rough patches—sudden misfortune, repeated failures, or feelings of heavy sadness that seem to have no source. But when these setbacks spiral into chaos, when progress becomes impossible and despair creeps in like a shadow, you may be dealing with more than bad luck. You may be crossed.

In Hoodoo and spiritual rootwork, being "crossed" means you've been spiritually blocked—by an enemy’s working, your own negative energy, or unseen forces that cling to your path. A crossed condition tangles your spirit, clouding your way forward and leaving you feeling drained, isolated, and overwhelmed. Thankfully, there are powerful traditional methods to uncover and remove these blockages, allowing peace and progress to return.

The Deep Roots of Uncrossing

Cleansing rituals and protective workings have been practiced across cultures for thousands of years. In Hoodoo, spiritual baths, floor washes, candle work, and ancestor petitions are passed down from generation to generation. Rootworkers use the gifts of nature—herbs, roots, oils, and fire—to clear crossed conditions and restore spiritual clarity.

These traditions evolved from West African spirituality, fused with Indigenous and European influences. They remain alive today, practiced by those who know that healing the spirit is just as vital as healing the body.

Are You Crossed? How to Recognize the Signs

Being crossed can feel like a fog that follows you. Common signs include:

• Repeated misfortune no matter how hard you try
• Sudden job loss or financial strain
• Relationship breakdowns that come out of nowhere
• Feelings of isolation, sadness, or being weighed down
• Chronic fatigue, illness, or bad dreams
• Unexplained conflict with friends and loved ones

You might also notice strange happenings in your home—cold spots, flickering lights, or the sense that you're being watched. While these experiences may seem small alone, together they form a spiritual pattern that should not be ignored.

Rituals to Break a Crossed Condition

Once you’ve identified the signs of a crossed condition, the next step is taking sacred action to lift it. The following rituals draw on traditional Hoodoo and rootwork practices designed to cleanse, protect, and restore your spirit. These aren’t just remedies—they’re powerful affirmations of your right to peace, clarity, and protection. Each ritual works to clear away what binds you and reopen the spiritual roads that misfortune has closed.

Preparing for Uncrossing Work

Before you begin any ritual to remove crossed conditions, prepare your space and spirit. Cleanse your mind with prayer or meditation, and choose a quiet area where you won’t be disturbed. Have all your tools and ingredients ready, and light a white candle to create a shield of protection around your work.

Cleansing Your Home of Negative Energy

This ritual is for removing unwanted energy from your home—especially if you suspect someone has left a spiritual working near your space. Gather these ingredients before beginning:

• Uncrossing Floor Wash
• Dragon’s Blood Oil
• Uncrossing Candle
• Frankincense incense
• A bucket of warm water

First, examine your property for unusual powders, candle stubs, or buried items. Remove anything suspicious and dispose of it far away. Clean your home thoroughly, then mop from back to front with the floor wash and a few drops of Dragon’s Blood Oil. Light your candle and incense, then walk counterclockwise through your space, asking your ancestors and spirits to remove all harmful energy and replace it with blessings.

Spiritual Bath to Remove Crossed Conditions

This ritual clears the body and aura of heavy, harmful energy that clings to the spirit. These are the ingredients you will need before you begin:

• Uncrossing Bath
• Sea Salt
• Dried Hyssop
• White Candle
• Uncrossing Oil

For seven days, bathe in warm water mixed with a cup of Uncrossing Bath, a handful of sea salt, and a pinch of hyssop. Light a white candle each night. As you bathe, speak Psalm 51 or your chosen prayer, and visualize the crossed energy leaving your body. Allow yourself to air dry, then dress in white to seal in your refreshed energy.

Create a Protection Charm to Keep Energy Clear

Once you've cleared crossed energy, protection is essential. This charm keeps negative forces at bay. You will need:

• Red Mojo Bag
• Angelica Root
• Rue
• Devil’s Shoe String
• Open Road Oil

Place the herbs in the mojo bag while focusing on protection. Anoint the bag with oil, then carry it with you. Re-anoint weekly and place it under your pillow when you sleep. It serves as a spiritual shield, guarding your path from further harm.

The Role of Self-Work in Breaking Crossed Conditions

Spiritual rituals can clear away negativity—but true transformation also comes from within. If you’ve been feeling spiritually blocked, it’s important to look beyond external causes and turn inward. Our thoughts, emotions, and patterns all carry energy. When we hold onto fear, guilt, or resentment, we may unknowingly attract the very energy we’re trying to clear.

Working on yourself spiritually—through reflection, prayer, and healing practices—strengthens your uncrossing work and creates lasting change. This inner work is just as sacred as any ritual.

Face the Shadow, Break the Pattern

Shadow work is the practice of examining your fears, traumas, and hidden beliefs. It helps you understand what energy you’re carrying—and why. Do you expect the worst? Speak negativity over your life? These habits can anchor you in crossed energy. By journaling, meditating, or praying daily, you begin to break free of those patterns. Spiritual cleansing works best when it’s paired with honesty, accountability, and emotional release.

Protecting Your Energy After Uncrossing

Cleansing is only the first step. Once you’ve cleared your energy, you must protect it. This means sealing your space with protective items, setting boundaries with draining people, and paying close attention to your intuition. Use floor washes weekly, carry protection charms, and keep reversal candles lit in your home. These practices help create a spiritual shield around you so negative energy can’t return.

Spiritual Maintenance Is an Ongoing Practice

Think of spiritual hygiene like bathing—you don’t do it once and forget it. Keep your energy clean by incorporating regular rituals into your routine. Light white or black candles weekly for protection. Use spiritual washes on your body and floors. Refresh your charms and speak affirmations of clarity and strength. If something feels off, trust yourself and act. A protected spirit is a strong one.

Being crossed can feel like a storm you can’t escape, but these rituals help clear the clouds. With cleansing, intention, and spiritual discipline, your blessings can flow freely again. No matter how tangled the road, you have the power to clear it. You are not alone—your spirits are waiting to walk beside you.