Smudging and energy clearing are traditional practices that have been used for centuries by Indigenous cultures around the world. These practices involve the burning of sage and herbs with the intention of clearing negative energy from a space or person's energy field.
What is Smudging?
Smudging is the practice of burning sage or other herbs, such as rosemary or lavender, with the intention of clearing negative energy. The smoke from the smoldering sage is thought to attach to negative energy and carry it away, leaving behind a positive and peaceful atmosphere.
Some benefits include:
To clear negative energy: Your home can accumulate negative energy over time, especially if there has been conflict or tension in the space. Smudging can help clear this negative energy and create a more positive atmosphere.
To promote relaxation: Smudging can help to create a peaceful and calming environment, which can help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.
To improve air quality: Burning sage has been scientifically found to have antimicrobial properties, which can help to purify the air and improve indoor air quality.
To mark a new beginning: Some people like to smudge their homes when they move into a new space. It can help to mark a new beginning and clear away any negative or stagnant energy from the previous occupants.
To honor spiritual traditions: Smudging is an ancient, traditional practice among many Indigenous cultures and some people may choose to smudge their homes as a way to honor their spiritual beliefs and connect with their spirituality.
What is Energy Clearing?
Energy clearing is the practice of removing negative energy from a person's energy field. This energy can come from emotions, thoughts, or experiences that have left an imprint on a person or their environment.
Energy clearing can involve a variety of techniques, such as:
Smudging
Essential Oil Sprays
Crystals
High Frequency Music
Sound Bowls
Visualisation or meditation exercises.
All are uses with the intention of releasing negative energy and promoting a sense of wellbeing.
How to Smudge and Energy Clear
Grab yourself either the Smudge Kit or the Energy Clearing Spray (or both!) from the products listed below.
Smudging Instructions:
Simply decide where you want to smudge and what your intention is e.g., ‘I break up and release all negative energy in this place.’
Light your smudge stick, holding it over the bowl. Using your feather wand, guide the smoke in a waving motion to all the corners of each room, cupboards, walls and hallways. Say your intention out loud while moving through the space. Some like to start at the front door, pushing negative energy as they go, and end up at the back door.
When finished, snuff out your smudge in bowl (we recommended you put sand in the bottom of the bowl first). Make sure it is no longer burning before you leave or go to sleep.
Note: Be careful of any sparks or pieces of sage that may fall. This is why we recommend you have the bowl underneath it throughout your smudging. Keep away from your eyes and face, children and animals.
Energy Clearing Spray:
Shake the spray bottle well before use.
Like smudging, you can spray throughout your house.
The Energy Clearing Spray is also safe to spray on yourself and your clothes.
Note: Key the spray away from your eyes and face, children and animals. External use only.
So what are you waiting for?
Smudging and energy clearing are practices that have been used for centuries. The antimicrobial and aroma benefits alone make this a simple and beneficial practice to promote a sense of calm, relaxation and peace.
Happy energy clearing!
