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Using a smudge stick at home is a simple yet powerful way to cleanse your living space and invite positive energy. Here’s how you can effectively use a smudge stick at home:
Common options include sage, cedar, sweetgrass, or palo santo. Each has its unique properties, so choose one that aligns with your intention. For general cleansing, white sage is often preferred.
Before lighting the smudge stick, set a clear intention for your smudging session. This could be to cleanse the home of negative energy, to bring in peace, or to prepare the space for a new beginning.
Hold the smudge stick at a 45-degree angle, light the tip, and allow it to catch fire. Once it’s burning, gently blow out the flame so that the smudge stick is smoking but not burning.
Begin smudging at the entrance of your home. This sets the stage for cleansing as you move through the space. Gently wave the smudge stick, allowing the smoke to drift towards the entrance, symbolizing the release of any negative energy from the home.
Walk slowly through each room, paying special attention to corners, doorways, and windows. These areas tend to hold stagnant energy. Wave the smudge stick in circular motions to disperse the smoke throughout the room. You can also use a feather or your hand to help direct the smoke.
Focus on areas where energy accumulates, such as around electronic devices, mirrors, and areas where people gather frequently, like the living room or kitchen. Spend extra time smudging these spots to ensure they are thoroughly cleansed.
As you move through each room, you can speak positive affirmations or prayers. For example, you might say, “This space is filled with light and positivity,” or “Only love and peace reside here.”
Once you’ve smudged the entire home, return to the entrance and say a final affirmation to seal the energy. Something like, “This home is cleansed, protected, and filled with positive energy.”
After completing the ritual, extinguish the smudge stick by pressing it into a fireproof bowl, sand, or soil. Ensure it is completely out before leaving it unattended.
Smudging your home can be done regularly or whenever you feel the need for a fresh start. It’s a beautiful way to reset the energy in your living space and create a harmonious environment.
Coralee is a passionate health and wellness advocate with a deep understanding of holistic living. Driven by a desire to empower herself and others to achieve optimal health and well-being, she has been practicing smudging and energy cleansing for several years. In 2024, Coralee decided to formalize her knowledge and completed a certificate in smudging, deepening her understanding of this transformative practice. Through her writing and teachings, Coralee aims to inspire and support others on their own paths towards wellness and resilience.
