The things you will need:

Start at the front door and light your smudge.  Let it light for a minute then blow it out.  It should smoulder.  If not then start again.  Also during the smudging if the smoke stops then light it again.

Take the smudge around the house making a circular movement with the dish letting the smoke cleanse any negative energies.  Say the prayer while doing this.

When you finish let the smudge burn itself out.  I like to finish where I began, at the front door and then walking outside that door, facing away from the house throw the ash to the wind.

You can also use this technique for any object such as tarot cards.  Remember never leave it in case of cinders.  You don't want to burn anything.

This is an example of a simple prayer:
I call on y angels to protect this house, my santuary.  Let no harm come to it or those who live here and let goodness and love dwell always.

You can use this prayer or have one that is appropriate for you or your beliefs.  Why not try smudging your home and feel the difference it makes.

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A smudge stick is a bundle of herbs tied together which when lit produces smoke which gives off a lovely aroma and is used to purify the house or possessions or even yourself.

I have practiced smudging in the two homes I have lived in over the years but only a few times have I felt that I needed to do it.  Smudging traps negativity in the smoke and carries it out to escape through the doors or windows.  I have always used it as a spiritual house cleaning especially when I have felt feelings of anger, resentment or other negative feelings in the house.

The first time I smudged my house was in the one before this house I am living in now.  This came about when I felt a previous partner was coming back to the house in his dreams.  This made me feel very edgy but after the cleansing that feeling lifted but at the same time his attitude changed to that of being resentful and angry himself and I put that down to the fact that his astral travel had stopped.

I have bought commercial smudges and these have worked well but you can make your own.  The most common herb found in them is sage and this herb is good for healing and uplifting of the spirit.  Sweetgrass is similar but maybe more gentle.  Releasing anxiety and sorrow is what sweetgrass is used for.

I love lavender and I like to add this too and this herb is great for relaxation of the mind.  Rose is another ingredient that makes the house smell beautiful and is used for love.  You can add the lavender or rose to smudge sticks you buy as well if you wish to personalize your blend.

In my next post I will share with you my own house protection method when smudging.

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