White sage is a sacred plant, smudge sticks of it are burned as a way to cleanse and purify an area. If you need something to help you to clean your space, white sage is a powerful way to do it.

Black sage can be very helpful for inner healing and protection. When you need to look deeply into your soul, black sage can help you.

Carry the smoking smudge stick clockwise around the area you wish to cleanse, fanning the smoke, so it touches every corner.

Smudges may help clear the air, scientists have observed that sage can clear up to 94 percent of airborne bacteria and disinfect the air. Also, when sage is burned, it releases negative ions, which is linked to putting people into a positive mood. 

Smudging requires simple ingredients like matches, smudging herbs, and a smudging bowl. Before you start, remember to open a door or window, because the unwanted energy you are trying to clear must have a pathway to get out. First, light one end of your smudge, allowing it to catch fire and burn for several seconds. Then gently blow on the lit end - the smudge will begin to glow and smoke. Lay the smudge on a heatproof bowl to catch the ashes as it burns.