1. Meditation
The grounding aroma of Palo Santo is said to help you prepare your mind and energy for meditation.
Use a match or lighter to ignite the end of your Palo Santo stick. Let it burn for about 30 seconds before blowing it out.
How to use Palo Santo
The smouldering end will give off white smoke for a few minutes. Prop it up in an incense burner at a slight angle.
Begin your practice
2. Clearing your space
Palo Santo is believed to clear the negative energy in your space and mind. What is unique about it is that it not only cleanses the bad but is said to bring goodness into the open space.
Begin with a clear, simple
intention to clear the negative energy in your space and mind
Light the stick as above and move around the room, waving the wood to spread the smoke
Remember to focus your mind, and note that you may need to relight the stick once or twice
3. Theraputic
In addition to the benefits above Palo Santo may also reduce tension, boost your mood, and calm the nervous system.
Lucky Tips
Although it smells amazing, avoid directly inhaling the smoke and keep a window open for ventilation.
Keep an ashtray or incense holder nearby so that you have somewhere to rest the burning stick
Folklore says the longer the smoke the more work there is to do. Allow your Palo Santo to burn freely allowing it to work its magic
Use Palo Santo on your travels as a way to create consistency between home and away. A familiar ritual and sensory experience that grounds you no matter where you find yourself.
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