Smudging is a spiritual method to cleanse spaces of negative energy. Rosemary works well for this: the plant has a fresh, spicy scent and gives peace of mind. Rosemary is also an excellent plant for expelling unwanted odors. Smudging has traditionally been a ritual of the Native Americans (Indians). It is now also a popular custom in Europe!

Smudging; meaning
Smudging was originally done by the ancient Indians. Probably the use goes back even further and our ancestors already did. The smudging ritual involves cleaning a room of negative energy by burning certain herbs. The most famous herb for this is white sage, but rosemary and blue sage are also popular. The Native Americans scared away evil spirits by burning their herbs. In this way they cleaned themselves and their environment from evil thoughts.
The Native Americans liked to use symbolism in their rituals. In this way they preferably let the four elements come together: