Smoke it Out

We all live busy full lives, most of the time on the run, between work, social engagements and errands; life exposes us to the world and not every experience fills us with positive energy. Some days, it is easy to bring home negative energy without realizing it and other days you may feel like you took a dip in a pool of negativity. Days turn into weeks and weeks turn into months. If you think about how much negative energy we could bring home it can be a worrisome thought. Thankfully, there are many ways to rid yourself, your home or personal items of negativity.

Smudging has been around for thousands of years. It is the practice of burning herbs to remove bad energy. Hundreds of thousands of people have practiced this ritual and there are several techniques. The Technique is not as vital as adjusting the methods so they feel right to you. This isn't a step by step guide to smudging inasmuch as it is an idea or thought to help us branch out and try new methods. Unpleasant thoughts and feelings are little seeds that grow quickly, if you want to grow a more positive scenario, let's get to work on ridding ourselves of negativity.

There are many herbs that have been used by the smudgemasters before us. You will want to pick the **herb(s) for your best outcome and I will list some options at the end. It has been said that smoke is very symbolic, it can attach to negative energy or carry prayers. Be sure to have a fire proof container or a abalone shell to catch the ashes. You can make black salt with the ashes when you have enough. Once you have picked your smudging herb and before you start the process make sure you have left a door or window open to dispel negative energy.

Take time to clear your mind before you light your herb and make your way, preferably clockwise, through your home. If you are smudging yourself or an item, allow the smoke to flow around yourself or the item until you feel the heavy energy is gone. There are many affirmations that can be said to let the negativity know you are smoking it out. Say what feels right to you, trust your gut and intuition. I personally chant negative energy you will burn. White light and positive energy please rise and take your turn.

Watch as the smoke moves through the area be sure it gets into the corners, dark spaces and closets. concentrate and focus your mind on clearing your space. Focusing on removing the negative energy is far more important than what you say or which way you move. When you feel like you have been successful place your herb in your shell or fire proof container until it goes out. You can smile now because you know your space is clean. Repeat as often as necessary.

No matter what technique is your go to, make sure that you are using your mind, we underestimate how powerful our thoughts are. What you think will more than likely be what you become and how your life travels through the years. Keep your space clean!


Common smudging herbs:
Basil: to attract love, happiness, peace, and money
Bay Leaves: to promote psychic power, divination, success, and money
Cedar: to banish fear and enhances psychic powers.
Chamomile: For help with protection and purification.
Cinnamon: raises high spiritual vibrations and aids healing
Cloves: For protection and exorcism and can attract opposite sex.
Frankincense: to Reduce stress, ease tension
Lavender: for peace, relaxation, restful sleep; purity and love.
Lemongrass: to cleanse and purifying, remove obstacles, and open doors.
Mugwort or Artemisia Vulgaris: Brings clarity and develops/deepens psychic abilities.
Myrrh resin: For physical healing and grounding.
Palo Santo: deep healing to the physical body; can be used to clear a home of energies associated with illness.
Peppermint: purity, protection, release, and renewal.
Rosemary: remove negative energies associated with sickness and clearing.
Sage Flowers: cleansing and releasing negative energies; brings wisdom and purity.
Thyme: to allow us to recall the past without pain.
White Sage or Salvia Apiana: Used to clear negative energies from objects, space, or people. (best to grow your own, this herb is endangered)