Lighting a stick of incense isn't rocket science, but bringing a little more intention into the practice can bring a new dimension of pleasure into the experience. Here are five tips for burning incense to keep in your back pocket in case you need some extra magic in your day-to-day.
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1. Cast Your Space
Set your area up well for enjoying incense by making sure the room is well-aerated and your incense is out of reach of pets. Keep reading: Essential Oils and Pets
2. Find Your Burner
The right incense holder should be wide enough to catch any ash that falls while your incense stick burns.
3. Spark the Tip
Light the charcoal end of the incense stick. Once it catches, gently blow out the flame, leaving a red ember to smolder at the end. Keep reading: How to Burn Incense
4. Catch Your Ash
Collect incense ash and save to create a pest-repellent, plant fertilizer, or black salt for future ritual use.
5. Curate Your Mood
Different essential oils can be used for different purposes. Select your incense scent to help create the atmosphere you need. Keep reading: Which Incense for What Purpose?
How are you using incense in your day-to-day? Share your favorite aromatic rituals below!
