This simmering potpourri mixture works absolute wonders when the house is tense and the kids are constantly picking at each other. Holding a mixture of one cup cedar shavings, one-quarter cup lavender, and one tablespoon whole cloves in your hand or a small nonmetal bowl, use whatever cleansing method you prefer. Then charge them full of calming and soothing energies. Simmer one-quarter cup of the mixture in a pint of water whenever your house's vibrations need soothing. Try to dispose of the used potpourri outside, letting it take much of the frenetic energy with it.