While you might not particularly believe in spirits or energies, this is a helpful wellness exercise during the pandemic and beyond. With COVID-19, we are all looking for ways to clear bad energy from our households, especially as we are spending a lot more time at home and we are possibly feeling more haunted these days. Smudging can be an amazing way to cleanse your space now more than ever. Essentially, the practice can “unstick energies stuck to the aura of objects and people,” according to Lee. In short, smudge ‘deposits’ the energy of the plant into the space helping to dissipate old, lingering energies. “Smudging is the use of sacred plant medicine to bring or clear energy into a space using the combined elemental energies of fire (flame), earth (plant), and air (smoke),” explains crystal healer, Azalea Lee. It has been an ancient cleansing practice for many cultures, particularly those of Native American descent, and has roots in Asia and the Middle East as well. It’s no surprise that the practice of smudging has accelerated in popularity, but the ritualistic burning of woods and herbs is by no means new.
Along with Florida Water (ICYMI: Solange brought her own bottle to the Met Ball), it’s been my saving grace in new or uncomfortable environments. My mother, aunts, and grandmother often reminded me to “clear the space” prior to getting cozy.
Keep an eye on them after they come into contact with the plant if you notice any signs of illness, take them to a vet immediately.Growing up in a Caribbean household, the smell of sage was always omnipresent. Never burn the plant while your pet is in the same room it doesn’t need to be directly exposed to cause irritation!. However, if you have a pet and want to use this practice in your home, follow these tips: Conclusion: There is no conclusive evidence that burning sage is safe for pets. If you do decide to burn some sage for cleansing purposes in your home, make sure that no pets can come into contact with the smoke or plant. However, it is still best to be cautious around these types of rodents because they are so small and sensitive. Unfortunately, there has not been enough research on the effects of sage burning with regards to smaller pets like mice or hamsters. It can be very dangerous if a snake or lizard ingests or absorbs too much smoke from the burning sage, as they cannot vomit it out like a dog or cat can. If your reptile’s cage is near a place where you burn sage regularly, make sure that it does not come into direct contact with them and/or cause any smoke damage. Constant eye-watering or discharge Effects of Sage on Reptiles like Snakes or Lizardsīecause reptiles breathe through their skin, they are especially sensitive to burning sage. If you notice any of these symptoms in a bird after burning sage, take them to an avian veterinarian immediately: If you have a bird at home and would like to burn some sage for cleansing purposes, be sure that it is far away from where your bird is and that it does not come into contact with smoke. Effects of Sage on Birdsīirds, of course, are also very sensitive to smoke.īurning sage has been known to cause inflammation of the mouth and trachea in birds if they inhale too much smoke from the plant burning. The smoke of the burning sage can cause inflammation in their eyes or respiratory system if you notice any redness or coughing after they come into contact with the plant, take them immediately to a veterinarian. Just like dogs, cats are also sensitive to burning sage however, it’s not as harmful to them as it is for dogs.Ĭats do not usually chew plants like dogs, so it is less likely for them to ingest sage. If your pet is suffering from any of these symptoms after coming into contact with sage, you should take them to a vet immediately. It can also cause inflammation of the mouth in dogs if they chew or swallow any part of it.įor this reason, you should never burn sage while your pet is in the same room even if they are not directly in the smoke, they can still be affected. Sage has been known for having an aggravating effect on a dog’s stomach, causing excessive drooling and vomiting. Conclusion: There is no conclusive evidence that burning sage is safe for pets. 
Effects of Sage on Reptiles like Snakes or Lizards.
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