RUE & WHITE SAGE BUNDLE | Smudge/Cleanse Yourself & Your Home Set of Two w/Sack

• With the chaotic nature of today's modern world, the idea of cleansing our spaces & ourselves of negative energy sounds quite appealing. Cue the ritual of sage burning, also known as smudging, an essential part of many Native American cultures. • Sage belongs to the Salvia plant family & is derived from the Latin word salvere, which means "to heal." • Aside from the metaphysical uses of smudging, research is showing that sage can also be used to benefit physical, mental, & emotional well-being. • If you're new to the practice of smudging, there are a few more items you'll need to get started. - Traditionally, people use an abalone shell to hold the sage & then use a feather to fan & spread the smoke around the space once the sage is burning. • Gather your tools, open a door or window before lighting up. After all, that negativity (not to mention smoke) needs to have a pathway to get out. • Set your intention, it can be something you come up with, or for a little guidance, "I let go & release what no longer serves me." • Light Up, hold the sage at a 45-degree angle, light it, & let it burn for about 20 seconds. After, gently blow out the flame so you see orange embers on one end. The smoke should now billow up. • Slowly walk around your space. Guide the smoke & the negative energy toward the open window/door, so it can escape. Pro tip: Don't get it wet! How often you Smudge is up to you, when you feel too stressed, that's a good time! • Extinguish in shell