Burning sage, known as smudging, is an ancient spiritual ritual to dispel negativity from your space or yourself. It clears the air to create a healing state of mind for a symbolic fresh start. Inviting positive energy into your space and releasing the negative can be achieved with the following four steps.

1. Light the end of a sage bundle with a match. Blow out quickly if it catches on fire.

2. The tips of the leaves should smolder slowly, releasing thick smoke. Direct this smoke around your body and space with one hand while holding the bundle in the other.

3. Allow the incense to linger on the areas of your body or surroundings you’d like to focus on. Using a fan or feather can also help direct the smoke, though this is optional.

4. Allow the ash to collect in a ceramic bowl.

 Made of sustainably harvested California white sage tied with organic hemp string, the aromatic bundle also can scent a home naturally year-round.