What Do Smudge Sticks Do

Smudge sticks seem to die pretty quickly unless you ve really torched the sucker at the start.

What do smudge sticks do.

The idea here is burning what you need and hopefully having it self extinguish by the time you re done. You can do this by dabbing the lit end into a small bowl of ash or sand. When in doubt burn less you can. The term smudging refers to a ceremonial or ritual practice of burning herbs to purify and cleanse a space or other people.

Let it burn out. Juniper berry in smudge. Set the smudge stick to dry in a basket or on a drying screen for 7 10 days or as long as necessary. Nowadays smudging is still used for spiritual practices but also energy work and even everyday energetic clearing of spaces e g homes and offices.

First light one end of your smudge allowing it to catch fire and burn for several seconds. Light the tip of the smudge stick with a lighter match or candle. Start at the front door of the home and light your smudge stick. Smudging is an ancient method purifying and clearing negative energy from a room scared space object or person adding certain herbs like juniper berry to smudge creates a positive and protective space.

Basically a smudge stick is a small bundle of plants and herbs bound with string that will be lit on fire careful to release positive energy and likewise dissipate the negative vibes. Once the flame extinguishes gently blow on the lit end to fan the embers. Be sure to allow the smoke to drift into even the hidden spaces like inside closets basements and dark corners. The smudge will begin to glow and smoke.

The smaller size also helps avoid being overcome by. Lay the smudge on a heatproof dish such as an abalone shell to catch the ashes as it burns. Then begin to move around the home. This is something you ll need to experiment with a bit but it s a lot easier than it sounds.

Move mindfully and with care walking clockwise around the entire perimeter of the home. You then light the tip blow out the flame and allow the fragrant smoke to waft through a space. Check the end closely to make sure there are no more embers burning. Make sure your smudge stick is completely extinguished.

I recommend using a smudge stick that s approximately 3 to 5 inches long for a small space or to keep handy in your personal ritual kit.