Sage Smudging: How to Cleanse Your Home's Energy

Smudging — burning dried herbs like sage to clear energy — is a practice with deep roots in many Indigenous and global traditions. Done with respect and intention, it's a simple way to reset the feel of a space.

How to smudge your home

• Open a window so stagnant energy has somewhere to go.
• Light the sage, let it catch, then gently blow out the flame.
• Walk through each room, wafting smoke into corners and doorways.
• Set a clear intention, like "I clear this space and fill it with peace."

Doing it respectfully

Smudging comes from sacred traditions, so approach it mindfully. Many people choose sustainably sourced herbs, or alternatives like rosemary or palo santo, and always burn safely over a fireproof dish.

Pair an energy cleanse with a reading to understand what's been weighing on your space — and you.