#whitesage

[drakonstar]

my oc whitesage! he's a lykoi cat

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[pranksterhowl]

@atomicrebeltimemachine

Seems Pepita and Howl were quite mesmerized by the plant, he later sent a thank you letter to the sender though!

[thesatanicpeterpan]

Cleansing and Protection Bundle by Johnny Hellion

Sage, Palo Santo Wood, Black Salt, and Black Obsidian Stone

Sage: Burnt for cleansing negative energy

Palo Santo Wood: Burnt after sage to replace positive energy

Black Salt: Used to keep negative energy from entering your space

Black Obsidian: Stone used for protection

https://www.etsy.com/shop/Hellion81

[amonblack]

Sitting out in my backyard watching the sunset 🌇 and cleansing the air while releasing all the negativity 🔥☯️🕉️🧘🏾‍♂️

[theartdecowitch]

Can a humidifier and sage essential oil be used as a replacement for smudging? I can't use candles or incense in my uni room, definitely no smudge sticks.

Also would I be correct in saying that it would take the place of the water element in spell works rather than air?

[thebronzedstandard]

Reposted from @chestnutschoolherbs Alternatives to Native North American culturally significant plants by Solange Aguilar @shesanargonaut, an Apache/Yoeme/Kalinga/Kapampangan artist, photographer, and poet.

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"DISCLAIMER: I am one Indigenous person sharing my own personal opinion, advice, and thoughts on my cultures. I do not control you. You do not have to listen to me. You are a beautiful, free-thinking individual and have the decision to do whatever you want. This list is purely for those who want non-culturally appropriative/eco-conscious burnable alternatives to these relatives and want to be respectful to Indigenous peoples/cultures."

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@shesanargonaut has also just published a zine, including many more botanical alternatives. You can purchase a copy via the link in their bio 🌹

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[kissthegogo-goat-witch]

Witch tip:

Currently most of us know that white sage is endangered, and is a sacred part of the Native American culture and traditions. It is commonly used to banish energies and cleanse a space clean.

🌲.But currently it is both endangered as a species and used in cultural appropriation, which some of us have been oblivious too until educated.

BUT, there is an alternative.

🌲.White pine, pine, or the species of pine trees in general are a great alternative to white sage. It is used to cleanse all energy to a space, and it is quite protective when burned. I find myself using it quite often to cleanse my own personal space and to add a protective layer.

🌲.It can also be used for healing, purification, protection, energy and fertility. To cleanse and purify your home while driving out evil spirits. And lastly, to send back and reverse hexes and curses.

🌲.Pine is a very wonderful alternative to white sage, abundant, and lastly- you're not stealing from and appropriating a vulnerable culture.

[lilbrittthegod]