White Sage, traditionally revered by certain Indigenous cultures of North America, is a potent botanical tool and medicine used to clear all forms of energy from a person, space, or object.
Mugwort is burned for protection, to promote astral travel and aid in divination. The combination of white sage and mugwort in this bundle, along with the black colour, makes it a great tool for balancing, grounding, and protecting before any kind of divination work.
Given that White Sage holds deep cultural and spiritual significance in Indigenous traditions, it should be used with gratitude, awareness, and respect.
How to Use:
Hold the bundle in a flame until it reaches a steady smoulder (a candle is recommended for ease). Once smoking, blow out any flame and place the bundle in a heatproof dish while it is still smouldering. Using your hands, gently waft the smoke over your face and head to symbolically cleanse and wash away any negative energy.
To purify a space, ensure that a window or door is open to provide an exit for stagnant energy. Move intentionally through the area in a counterclockwise motion to undo and remove unwanted energy, directing the smoke into corners where energy often accumulates. Then, follow with a clockwise motion to seal the space and invite positive energy. Consider using a feather or hand fan to guide the smoke more effectively. Some practitioners also incorporate elemental balance by placing a bowl of water or salt nearby to ground the energy.
Allow the bundle to extinguish naturally in its heatproof dish near an open window. If needed, smother the embers in a covered container or mist with water to fully extinguish. Express gratitude to these sacred tools after use, and consider incorporating a personal prayer or mantra to deepen your cleansing ritual.