The smoke of burning white sage is much more meaningful than you may think. The act of “saging” or “smudging” is whirling this smoke of aromatic herbs around yourself, your home, or your desired space and belongings. Saging is a way to cleanse energy, promote healing, and restore wisdom. It helps the spirit and purifies the air around you as it gets rid of negativity.
Where did the practice of smudging white sage originate?
It is an ancient spiritual ritual that Native Americans and other indigenous people have done for centuries. It was first used as a cultural or tribal practice. Burning sage has even been used in ancient times to treat health needs such as digestive issues, memory problems, and sore throats. These smudge wands have been sustainably harvested by Native Americans.
More Benefits of Burning Sage
- Purifies
- An act of healing rituals
- Helps say goodbye to negative energy
- Cleanses and empowers
- Enhances mental clarity and memory
- Improves your mood and quality of sleep
- Soothes stress
- Boost energy
- Creates an uplifting, pure fragrance
Begin Burning
Light the tip of a sage bundle (typically, White Sage, Salvia Apiana) and blow out the flame. The leaves in the bundle should begin to smolder slowly, forming smoke. Guide this smoke around yourself, a doorway, or any particular area you are choosing to sage and allow the incense to disperse into your surrounding. You can find these bundles of white sage at many places. It is also recommended to have a bowl (could be made of clay or glass) handy to hold the burning sage and ashes. If saging for a purpose such as spiritual, energetic, and clearing negativity, be sure to have no one (including pets) in the room so you can set an intention. Note: leave a window open before, during, and after saging. Not only leaving a window open for the purpose of safety, but it also gives a way for the bad energy to escape.
Caution: Never leave burning sage unattended! You are using fire, so be careful and cautious!
Try it! When your energy feels heavy, burn sage to get rid of the bad jujus and aura in your life, as the smoke of this herb attracts good vibes. (Plus, remember to treat this unique ritual with respect.)