What Do You Say When You Smudge With Sage?

You have your sustainable your white sage and your fire proof container and you're ready to clear your space. However, you have no idea what to say. Don't worry you're not alone. Read below for some ideas on what to say as you smudge your space.

Smudging - or space clearing - has been a staple amongst the spiritual community for many years. It's a way of clearing negative energy and inviting positivity into a space using smoke from sacred herbs like sage, palo santo, or cedar.

Whilst it's common practice to state an intention when clearing the space, many people stumble when it comes to what to say when smudging. Some will utter just a few words before or during their practice whilst others will say a smudging prayer which is a heartfelt invocation or blessing.

What you say depends very much on your intention and the energy you wish to invite. Below are a few examples for you to try for different situations.

General Cleansing

"I cleanse this space of all negative energy. May it be filled with light, peace, and positivity."

Releasing Stagnant Energy

"I release any energy that no longer serves this space. May only love, harmony, and joy remain."

Protection

"I bless and protect this space. May it be a sanctuary of safety, peace, and positivity."

Fresh Start

"I clear this space for new beginnings. May it be open to abundance, love, and opportunity."

Your Own Words

Speak from the heart. Simply state your purpose, such as:"I clear this space to welcome peace and positivity."

Simple Smudging Prayer

"With this smoke, I purify this space, cleansing away all negativity and fear. I invite peace, love, and harmony to enter, may this place be filled with light and positive energy. So it is, and so it shall be."

Focus on your intention while smudging, and repeat your words as you move through the space. Remember, it's the energy behind your words that matters most.