Palo Santo (Bursera graveolens) is a sacred wood used in spiritual rituals for its cleansing and healing properties. The name means "Holy Wood" in Spanish, and it has a sweet, earthy aroma when burned. Traditionally, it’s used to purify energy, clear negativity, and invite peace and positivity into spaces.
 
Properties:
Cleansing and Purification: Palo Santo clears negative energy from a space, object, or individual.
Spiritual Protection: It creates a protective and uplifting atmosphere, often used in meditation and healing practices.
Calming and Grounding: The scent is known to reduce stress, anxiety, and enhance focus.
 
How to Use Palo Santo:
Prepare: Open windows or doors to allow the energy to flow out.
 
Light: Light the tip of a Palo Santo stick and let it burn for about 30 seconds to a minute, then blow out the flame, allowing it to smolder.
 
Smudge: Wave the smoke around your body, space, or specific items to clear negative energy. Focus on areas where energy tends to stagnate, like corners or doorways.
 
Meditate: You can also use Palo Santo before meditation or spiritual practice to enhance focus and invite grounding energy.
 
Extinguish: Let the stick smolder for a few minutes, then extinguish by pressing it into a fireproof dish or sand. Save the stick for future use.
 
Palo Santo is often used for energy clearing, meditation, relaxation, or to set positive intentions, creating a peaceful and protected environment.