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9/9/2021

Why We Suggest Alternatives to White Sage

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PictureBurning bundle made with common garden sage
White sage grows wild in the southwest. It is considered sacred to many indigenous peoples of this continent, and many have shared concerns about the widespread commercialization of this plant. To some indigenous people sacred plants such as this should not be sold commercially, and to do so brings up issues of cultural appropriation.

Along the same lines, the term "smudging" or "smudge sticks" are terms many native peoples feel refer specifically to their indigenous practices related to sacred plants.  For that reason, we use and suggest non-native peoples use the terms "burning bundles," "smoke bundles" or "incense."

Additionally, white sage is becoming at risk in the wild due to over harvesting according to United Plant Savers, and many so-called sustainable wild crafting sources of this plant are not actually sustainable.

In order to honor and respect native peoples, their traditions, and this sacred plant, we encourage non-native people to use abundant plants such as garden sage (pictured) and mugwort for making your own burning bundles. Or, if you feel the need to use white sage in particular, we'd suggest growing this plant yourself.

Smoke has been used for centuries to ward off negative energy, clear personal aura space, and hold sacred containers. Working with plants in this way is a tradition we all can embrace and bring into our lives in our own personal way.

Want to learn more about making your own smoke bundles?  Check out the following:
  • Saturday, 9/11/21, 12pm-4pm in conjunction with ArtHop stop by Railyard anytime to learn how to create bundles. We will provide the plants, you provide the creativity.  $5-10 suggested donation for our herbal justice fund.  This activity will take place outdoors.
  • Learn how to make burning bundles as part of our online medicine making course here.

Learn more about issue related to white sage from United Plant Savers here.

Any thoughts on this topic?  Please share in the comments below.   🌿🌲💚

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