A wand made of dried Sage leaves that produces fragrant smoke when burned, used throughout history in rituals intended to cleanse places, persons, or objects of negative spiritual energies. Burning sage is used to achieve a healing state — or to solve or reflect upon spiritual dilemmas. Smudging may also be used as a ritual tool to rid yourself and your environment of negativity. This includes past traumas, bad experiences, or negative energies from others. This may help you establish a positive environment for meditation or another ritual. Choosing to sit and let go of negative thoughts in a ritual like this sets your intention and dedication to self-improvement. Choosing to engage in ritual can be the beginning of your change in mindset.
