Essentially, a smudge ritual or a smudge ceremony is performed to correct the energy in a home, in an office, in an object, or even in a person. This is accomplished by burning sage or sage and a combination of herbs, in a focused, intentional way to cleanse out negative energy and t...
in that I feel that it is the Divine Energy, which my candle contains, that lights the smudge stick for me. And practical since it can take a while for them to catch, and a candle flame is an ongoing safe source of fire.
Smudge Sticks —Although sage is the preferred medium for a proper smudge stick, other materials work well in a pinch. Alternate smudge sticks can be constructed from churros, string cheese and tightly rolled tabloid magazines. Wave your smoking smudge stick over the affected garment and te...
For each cleansing ritual setting an intention is a wonderful way to bring mindfulness into your ceremony. As you’re setting up your elements- the abalone shell with sand and lighting your sage smudge stick- bring your intention into your mind. When I am cleansing a space or myself...
If the blood has started to dry yet, the wound will reopen. I nod and grit my teeth. He pulls up my tank top along with some dry blood. I gasp loudly and he grimaces.“Hey, at least it was just a graze.”“Shut up. You’re going to make me laugh and that hurts.” He ...
Sage, an ancient herb, has long been used for medicinal purposes due to its astringent and antiseptic properties. It can treat mouth irritations like a sore throat, and research shows that it can even help diabetics by lowering blood sugar. Sage is often used in salves and lotions, treating...
As you wind your way up the path to the Magickal Cottage, knock on the door, for you are most welcome! The kettle is about to boil and I’ll brew us some tea so we can sit and discuss how to create a magickal life. Merry Meet!
The main reason for burning incense is to create a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere. It is also often used as a form of prayer in certain cultures. The fragrance of the incense is believed to permeate the environment and spread throughout a room. The particles of the incense stick will interact...
If you feel you need to freshen your space or clear negative thoughts, sage smudging sticks are said to be a natural and easy way to purify negative energy. Here’show to make a smudge stickusing herbs and flowers you can gather in your backyard. ...