Smudging with sage or other herbs is an ancient practice that involves burning sacred plants to purify energy from a space, person, or object. We advise taking this practice mindfully by researching more about each herb used and its potential benefits as well as any ritual involved before beginning this practice.

1. Sage

On the Internet there are numerous businesses selling sage sticks under the guise of “smudging kits.” Smudging refers to specific Native American ceremonies which involve burning sage as part of a ceremony involving feathers, prayers/chants/prayers and movements – any random stick with burned-on sage being called a “smudging kit” is just misinformation and exploiting Indigenous spiritual practices which were restricted by colonizers; exploiting indiginous spiritual practices is not acceptable nor exploited exploitation by colonizers; therefore it should not be called such kits!

2. Abalone Shell

Abalone shells are a favorite component of many smudging kits and often serve as a bowl to hold hot smoke generated from sacred medicine in your hand. These natural and sturdy oversized shells make an excellent way to capture and store this aromatic cloud.

Shells make great vessels for collecting any loose ash during ritual. These smudge kits feature two premium, hand-wrapped Sage sticks and one Palo Santo stick sourced sustainably from farms with stringent sustainability best practices.

Each kit includes either an imitation eagle feather or turkey feather to help diffuse cleansing smoke around your space, and a wooden stand makes the abalone shell easier for access during ceremonies.

3. Feather

Most smudging kits include an appropriate feather to release smoke. This could include either an imitation eagle or turkey feather or even just one feather fan depending on what is available locally.

Indigenous culture attributes the Eagle with great significance as it soars high above Earth and is thought to carry messages from Creator. Smudging can be done using any bird feather, including painted imitation Eagle feathers which non-Indigenous people often use for their first attempts at smudging.

When using a feather for ritual use, it is essential that your intentions are made known – this could include anything from seeking protection or cleansing your home/space to asking for guidance in life decisions.

4. Cedar

These cedar smudging bundles help cleanse both space and self by clearing away negative energies while stimulating positive vibes. Not only are they eco-friendly and responsibly harvested to support indigenous communities.

Consider selecting a bundle that has a natural scent and contains pieces of real cedar wood instead of just filler wood, as this should allow for easier lighting and use. A well-constructed bundle should also be light and easily lit.

Indigenous cultures place great spiritual value in using herbs responsibly, especially sage or other sacred herbs such as incense or spices such as turmeric. It is crucial that one respect their beliefs while following simple burning steps such as offering up a blessing or setting an intention before lighting the herb for burning.

5. Wooden Stand

This kit comes complete with everything needed for an efficient home cleansing ritual: white sage, Palo Santo and an abalone shell to add beauty. Also included is a wooden tripod stand and feather to fan the smoke as well as simple instructions.

This smudging kit is an excellent beginner option. Crafted with high-quality, ethically sourced materials and designed to be user friendly. Abalone shell and sage sticks feature large heads for ease of use while the set also comes complete with chakra bracelet and blessing instructions – adding beauty and spirituality to any room!

6. Card

Most smudging kits feature either a feather or card for wafting the sacred smoke around people/objects/spaces during ceremonies; cards typically provide additional information or resources related to smudging. It’s important to remember that burning sage alone doesn’t qualify as “smudging”, it refers to specific Native American ceremonies using sage alongside feathers, prayers/chants/prayers and movements – labelling burning sage otherwise would exploit indigenous spiritual practices while perpetuating colonial mentality.

7. Sacred Medicines and Smudging Guide

Sage is considered sacred by many Native American and Indigenous Nations, so those who use it must do so with due respect for this fact. When someone takes something from another culture that’s facing oppression without understanding its history or values, this practice is known as cultural appropriation.

Smudging is an ancient ritual involving burning sacred medicine with a fire to purge any unwanted energy from your space and promote relaxation and harmony. For optimal results, make sure the window remains open while performing this cleansing to allow smoke from burning to escape and escape as effectively as possible.