Smudging is an ancient practice of cleansing a person, space or object with smoke from certain herbs and woods. Native Americans have used smudging for centuries as a way to purify and protect their space. The belief that evil spirits or negative energies can be cleared from an area with smoke is common among many cultures around the world. How this works is that the smoke from burning herbs and wood is thought to carry away negative energy and the healing compounds or elements in the smoke are thought to bring in positive energy.
The sacred space or ritual spaces are often smudged to clear out any negative energy and allow healing energy to enter. Sage sticks are most commonly used for this purpose, but there are a variety of herbs and woods that can be used. Juniper is an excellent herb if you need to clear negative energy, improve luck, or focus on healing emotional wounds.
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This fragrant wood is perfect for cleansing the air and your space of negative energy. Burning juniper smudge helps to create a protective barrier that keeps out any unwanted energies. Its inherent ability to purify the air makes it ideal for use in cleansing rituals. 2. Heal Emotional Wounds
