It's like telling a boy he can't wear a dress because he's a boy or telling a girl she can't play football because she's a girl. We widely use their sacred knowledge for modern times. Just keep in mind, medicine is a modern science but was of ancient traditional origin, of many cultures. While some people feel a duty to respect and preserve traditional or spiritual appropriation, I completely respect their feelings on the subject. Again if you're not Native American at all, I would still thank the spirit elders after being granted permission. After smudging, I always thank my ancestors for the traditional use of smudging. It is a native American tradition ans well as other antient cultural traditions to a degree (burning traditional incense) however when I smudge, I first asked my ancestors (in anyone else's case, who's not Native American, I would ask the Spirit Elders for permission then feel their response) I usually get a sense of calm when I know it's appropriate to smudge before meditating, or setting an intention/spells (some religions would call this prayer, but that's a whole nother conversation on culture).Others, not of a "culture", have used this technique for permission and have felt that same calm. I still have a lot to learn about all the cultures that make me, but I do know one thing about smudging. Hey there, this is a great tutorial! I happen to be a Witch and 1/16 Native American both maternally and paternally. Secure the bundle by tying the string or twine in a knot at the base of the stems. I prefer to place smaller, more delicate herbs in the middle of the bundle and use the larger sage branches and leaves to wrap them up and hold them securely.ģ. You will want them about 6-8 inches long.Ģ. Stop burning immediately if you notice a reaction to the herbs that were used.**ġ. ![]() **Note: Everyone is different and may have allergies to different plants.
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