So, why burn a bunch of dried herbs and flowers and spread the smoke around yourself, your home, your belongings, and any other spaces you feel called to?
Benefits of clearing:
- Purification: some herbs have antimicrobial and antifungal properties, so you can literally "clear" the air
- Dispels negative energy: this can happen for both spaces and things (eg. rooms, people, tarot cards, crystals, etc.)
- It can have an impact on mood: different herbs can have different effects, but it has been shown to help relieve stress and help improve your sleep.
Why do you use other herbs aside from white sage?
I believe that all things have different energies, and each plant has different properties - both medicinally and spiritually. I have chosen to use a range of different herbs and flowers in mine for different uses. For instance, my bedtime bundles have lavender and mugwort in them as they are known for relaxation and lucid dreaming.
What is the point of the crystals on them?
Again, if plants have their own energies - so do crystals. I have paired up crystals with herbs and flowers that I feel align with their properties. An example is my abundance bundle - I have used citrine crystals to really promote that quality in the clearing work.
How can I do it safely?
It's common to have a small bowl or plate to catch any ashes (these are also great kept and used in protection spells if you're that way inclined) - also commonly used are paua shells.
What is the best way to use a bundle?
Your intention is used in conjunction with a clearing bundle. It's all well and good to wave some smoke around the place, but pair it with an intention (or even a positive affirmation) - it basically turbo charges the benefits! A suggestion on how to do this:
Take a moment before lighting the bundle to take a few long, deep breaths to calm your body and mind
You can either think or say your intention (or positive affirmation) out loud
Light your bundle and blow out the flame - there will embers on the end still burning (if there isn't - try this part again), and smoke coming from the bundle
Move the bundle so the smoke moves through the space or over the person/object you're clearing, keeping the intention in mind or saying it out loud
Feel into this part. For me, particularly if I'm clearing myself, I feel there are areas that need more attention. For instance, clearing around my head to help clear my thoughts, or around my feet to help feel grounded
Put out your bundle in your bowl, plate, shell, or whatever you have when finished. Done!
