Birthday month & the power of smudging

Birthday Month & The Power of Smudging

It’s my birthday month, and as a Piscean, I’m fully embracing my water-sign energy – feeling all the feels, flowing with intuition, and immersing myself deep into reflection. As a water sign, Pisces is deeply empathetic, spiritual, and in tune with unseen energies. We absorb energy like a sponge (sometimes to our own detriment), so, for me, energy cleansing rituals are not just a luxury – they are essential for emotional and spiritual well-being.

With everything happening in the world, I think we can all agree: there’s not enough sage or Palo Santo in the world for this! But still, we do what we can to restore balance, clarity, and a sense of peace within ourselves and our surroundings.

I’m always burning Palo Santo – seriously, my family and friends roll their eyes every time they smell it, like “Oh gawd, it was a stick this morning, and now here she comes with a whole bundle of sage!” 😂 But honestly, I love the ritual of smudging and space clearing, and I always pair my Palo Santo with a raw selenite crystal for an extra layer of high-vibrational energy.

Smudging, if you didn’t already know, is an ancient energy cleansing practice rooted in Indigenous traditions, particularly among Native American tribes, where white sage is burned to purify spaces, objects, and people. The smoke is believed to carry away negativity and restore balance.

Similarly, Palo Santo, which is also known as “holy wood”, has been used for centuries by shamans and healers in South America. Traditionally, it is burned to clear negative energy, promote relaxation, and invite positive vibrations.

At Belle Regali naturale, we are committed to ethical sourcing. Our Palo Santo is 100% sustainably harvested, premium AA grade wood, certified by the National Forest Service and Wildlife of Peru (SERFOR). This ensures the wood is collected only from naturally fallen branches, preserving the sacred tradition while protecting the environment.

Smudging with sage and Palo Santo offers a wide range of benefits for spiritual healing, mindfulness, and well-being:

• Removes negative energy – whether it’s in your home, workspace, or aura, burning sage or Palo Santo can help clear stagnant or heavy vibes.
• Creates a calm and peaceful environment – the soothing, earthy aroma is perfect for meditation, yoga, and relaxation rituals.
• Purifies the air – white sage smoke has been found to have antimicrobial properties, helping to cleanse bacteria from the air.
• Supports emotional well-being – Pisces energy is deeply sensitive, but you don’t have to be a Piscean to experience the emotional clarity that smudging provides!
• Enhances spiritual connection – smudging is often used to deepen meditation, connect with intuition, and raise vibrational energy.

As mentioned earlier, I tend to pair Palo Santo with raw Selenite for maximum energy healing. Selenite is one of my favourite crystals for energy cleansing. It has a pure, high-frequency vibration that clears energetic blockages and promotes clarity, peace, and renewal.

When combined with Palo Santo, this duo creates a powerful cleansing and recharging ritual. Palo Santo removes negative energy and uplifts the atmosphere, whilst Selenite restores and amplifies positive energy, bringing in clarity and tranquillity. What’s not to love!

We offer a Palo Santo Wood bundle and a Palo Santo & Raw Selenite bundle, both are perfect for anyone looking to cleanse their energy, purify their space, and enhance spiritual well-being. It also makes a thoughtful gift for those who love yoga, meditation, mindfulness, or simply enjoy the grounding, calming aroma of Palo Santo.  Shop Palo Santo Here

We have a gorgeous boxed gift set too – perfect for Mother’s Day if your Mama loves a bit of smudging too.  Shop Palo Santo Gift Box Here

As I look forward to celebrating another year around the sun, I continue to embrace the power of spiritual cleansing, self-care, and energetic renewal. With so much happening in the world, now is the perfect time to clear away what no longer serves us and invite in peace, positivity, and light.

So, whether you’re new to smudging rituals or if, like me, you’ve been using sage and Palo Santo for years, I hope this inspires you to create your own sacred space for healing and renewal.

Wishing you all light, love, and cleansing energy!
Belinda x