10-step guide to smudging space clearing and cleansing

Smudging goes so much deeper than simply bringing an energetic cleanse. For centuries, different spiritual cultures have been turning to the gifts of mother nature to help them cleanse their souls and their homes.

Smudge sticks utilize nature’s best-kept secrets to remove negative energy from your space! They are made from bundles of dried herbaceous plants and flowers that often contain antimicrobial properties, soothing scents, and all kinds of uplifting vibes.

There are many reasons why you may want to perform a space clearing or cleansing ritual from:

• Welcome in the new year
• To rid your home (or office) of negative energy.

To help you, we'd like to share our 10-step guide to space clearing.

1. GATHER YOUR SMUDGING ITEMS

Gather your smudging items, for example:

• Smudge of choice - e.g. Palo Santo, Sage, Blue Sage, Sage and Cedar, Mugwort, Yerba Santa or Dragon's Blood Smudge stick
• Crystal of choice - e.g. Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Tourmaline.
• Selenite
• Smudging Feather
• Abalone Shell or heatproof dish.

2. OPEN YOUR WINDOWS AND DOORS 

Open your windows and doors wide to cast out any bad energy.

3. POSITION YOUR CRYSTAL 

Position your crystal of choice and Selenite Rod in the space you intend to cleanse.

4. ENERGY FLOWS WHERE ATTENTION GOES

It is important to decide what kind of energy you want to live in and take a moment to set your intention. Come up with a prayer or mantra about what needs to be purified in the space. For example…

Smoke of air, and fire of earth.

Cleanse and bless this space.

Remove all harm and fear, only good may enter here.

Thank you, and so it is.

5. LIGHT YOUR SMUDGE STICK

Light a candle or a long match to light your smudge stick. Once the flame appears, let it burn for 60 seconds, then blow out the flame until the end of the smudge stick is just smoke and embers.

6. USE A HEATPROOF VESSEL

Use the Abalone Shell or some other form of heatproof vessel to hold the smudge stick.

7. SMUDGE YOURSELF, THEN THE SPACE

• Walk into the smoke a few times to cleanse yourself then move the smudge stick around your space.
• Use the feather in your other hand to guide the smoke around.
• Start at the back of the room and work your way towards the open windows, pushing the energy out of the room – pay attention to the corners from floor to ceiling.
• If you are cleansing a room, move in a counter clockwise direction to banish negativity, and clockwise for invoking.

8. STATE YOUR MANTRA

State your prayer or mantra (out loud or to yourself). This should be repeated over and over throughout the ritual.

9. CLEANSE YOURSELF 

Cleanse yourself with smoke just prior to completing your ritual.

10. COMPLETE SMUDGING RITUAL SAFELY

When finished smudging leave the smudge stick in a fireproof dish or the Abalone Shell to burn out. Alternatively, you can extinguish in some dirt or sand, or water. A smudging stick can be used again, though water will make it harder to light the next time.

Smudging is an easy way to purify and cleanse the air in your home. I hope you enjoy discovering the magic of smudging!

~ Cathryn. x

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Disclaimer: This article is a collection of information from a variety of sources. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be regarded as health or personal advice.