Burning herbs and activating the release of smoke is an ancient practice ceremoniously used in rituals around the world to purify spaces and is commonly believed to deepen your intuition and clear spiritual and emotional negativity. Scientifically, studies have shown that the act of burning herbs neutralizes pollutants in the environment and reduces negative ions and airborne bacteria in the air.
 
Botanical Name: Cedrus 
 
Cedar has been revered for its spiritual significance for thousands of years and is believed to purify intentions while enhancing a higher vibration. Burn to strengthen protective energy. 
 
-Make sure the room you are smudging in is well ventilated 
-As a health precaution, be mindful of smoke intake if you have asthma, have respiratory issues or if infants are present. 
-Do not leave burning smudge stick unattended
-Smudge with pure intentions and do what resonates with you and be clear on what you want to achieve. 
-Smudging is a ritual, something done repetitive to achieve a result. Keep that in mind as you develop your own personal practice and routine of smudging for self care.