braided sweetgrass smudge

RYOKO’s philosophy is that luxury is about gifting oneself time and attention. They recognize that by setting aside time to fully acknowledge our physical presence we can experience more joy in the passing moment. Such mindful, daily rituals have been understood for generations to deepen connections, to sharpen our senses and increase our appreciation for them. RYOKO’s collection of soulful objects and natural mixes that bear the imprint of their creators can aid you in your practice and ground you in that which already exists all around us. 

blessing | protecting | cleansing: sweetgrass has a sweet and vanilla-like scent when burnt, it is considered the hair of Mother Earth, bringing blessing of her love. It is usually braided as if the indigenous people gently take care of the hair of Mother Earth by showing their affection to nature. Sweetgrass is often burned at the beginning of a prayer or ceremony to attract positive energies and to reconnect to Mother Earth.

use: matches or a candle to light the smudge, then blow out the flame and enjoy its healing smoke.