April 4, 2013

Smudging

I’ve been using a Native American tradition called smudging for many years. The technique is very simple and can be used to clear a person, animal, or space. You will need a match or lighter, a small bundle of herbs or a handful of loose leaves such as sage, rosemary, thyme, or cedar; and a bowl or saucer to catch any ashes. Herb bundles are available at herb stores, metaphysical shops, and online markets. I purchased some excellent white sage on Amazon.com.

Place the herbs in a bowl and light the leaves or bundle. Allow the flame to extinguish on its own, or blow it out after about fifteen seconds. Be aware that a glass or metal container will get hot even though the herbs are smoldering and not afire. A pottery mug with a handle works quite well for this purpose. Then use your hand or a feather wand to fan the smoke around the subject you want to clear. Begin with the top of the head and move to the feet, directing the smoke to cover the entire body of the person or animal. If you are clearing a room, direct the smoke into all corners, toward the ceiling, and the floor as you walk around your house or apartment in a counter-clockwise fashion. You may feel a sudden shift as an entity is expelled into the smoke. You can say a prayer to further your intent to remove any stagnant or unhealthy energy.

See the video on my Youtube channel: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TcsTKYUzzA&feature=youtu.be


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