It is important to smudge your home for inviting positive energy. Smudging can be done with a wide variety of plant materials. Sage, cedar, sweetgrass, and lavender are among the most frequent. Smudging is a technique for cleansing a room energetically. The plant stuff is burned when smudging a space. The smoke fills the room and purifies it.

Palo santo sticks a South American wood, are particularly the favorite. It has a pleasant, lively, and minty vitality that I think is ideal for everyday use.

The most frequent and popular herb for smudging is white sage cleansing prayer. It has a powerful and substantial presence and relates to purity. It's very beneficial when need to clear up a large area.

Gather the Materials

Take some time to gather the materials before beginning. Collecting the items is where the awareness of a smoking ceremony begins, so do so with ease and care. Slow down and don't rush through this first stage as much as possible.

Use the ritual items just for space clearing to keep them sacred along with the abalone shell. The other materials can be kept on the shrine or altar.

Candle and Matches

Having a candle nearby to relight the smudge stick during the smudging procedure is suggested. The candle is lit with matches or a lighter. The candle flame will be used to fire the smudge stick. 

Fireproof Container

A fireproof container, such as a small clay bowl, should be placed beneath the smudge stick to capture any ashes or embers. Indigenous peoples frequently do this with an abalone shell, which adds a water aspect. Use of vessel (bowl or plate) is recommended that is enjoyable and will exclusively use during smudging ceremonies. 

Bowl of Sand

A sand basin is a must-have. After the rite is finished, it is used to safely extinguish the smudge stick. 

Before Beginning the Smudging Ceremony

Allow enough time and space for the ceremony so that it is not rushed. To quiet the mind and emotions, try to meditate for at least five minutes.

When completing a space clearing, it is to keep in mind that the aim is crucial. Take some time before beginning to consider the goals for the home and family. There is a vacuum-formed while cleaning the house. Intentions should be welcomed into the newly cleansed and open area.

Smudging the Space

Begin by lighting the smudge stick at the front door of the house. Then start moving around the house. Walk clockwise around the entire perimeter of the house, being aware and careful. Allow the smoke to travel into even the most hidden areas, such as closets, basements, and dark corners. If there are stairs, simply take them up or down as needed. Then continue clockwise till reaching the stairwell. Then return to the main floor by going down or up the stairs. 

Closing the Ceremony

Chant the final mantra or prayer once returning to the front door. Imagine the entire house being bathed in dazzling white light. To conclude the smudging ceremony, speak the purpose one last time.

Smudging is a lovely way to cleanse a room. This can be done once a year or more frequently if necessary. When initially moving into a house or in the lunar new year, performing a space clearing is very effective.