If I could sum up my weekend in a photo, this would be it. Deep relaxation and vivid visualizing as I prepare for several exciting projects. Building up my reserves of energy to create space for what’s to come. ❤️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smudging #smudged #smudgesticks #sagesmudges #sagesmudgesticks #rituals #healthyliving #meditation #mindfulness #anthropologie #smudgeinabasket #breathe #spiritual #yoga #giftideas #weddinggifts #bridal #bridalshower #sacredbath #mindbody #myhome #healthandwellness #bride #driedflowers #morningslikethese #iamwellandgood #highvibes #wellness #bathsalts (at Woodstock, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7iw8bAJTJd/?igshid=107ndyx6k5j1l

Adding a little color to an otherwise grey day. When I reflect on how my life has changed since adopting a consistent and meaningful wellness ritual, I’m blown away by the transformation. Meditation and smudging has allowed me to love deeply, to be still in chaos, remove toxic people I cared about from my life, embrace grief as a painful but natural part of life and accept that where I am is exactly where I need to be. This didn’t all happen at once and it’s a constant process, but each day I’m able to find so many things to celebrate. 💕 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smudging #flowers #sagebyglig #livefolk #rituals #sage #thatsdarling #pursuepretty #wellness  #darlingmoment  #liveauthentic #vscocam #clubsocial #health #mindbody #smudgestick #roses #iamwellandgood #gardening #farmers #organic  #meditation #chakras #sagesmudge #spa #lavender  #yoga #greenbeauty #cleanbeauty (at New York, New York)

I woke up this morning determined not to let the springtime snow get me down. So instead I got up early, did my #bbg workout at 7am, relaxed in the steam room and did the most luxurious pure #pricklypear hair and skin treatment compliments of @londonlabs. This winter has dried out my skin and hair beyond belief, and the only double duty product that’s managed to keep my ends healthy and my skin less visibly dry is this prickly pear oil. P.S. As much as I’m tired of the cold, this snow is absolutely beautiful! #skincareforhair ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #sonyimages #sonya7 #haircare #skincare #cleanskincare #greenbeauty #blackandwhite #bnw #minimal #morningslikethese #thatsdarling #vegan #nothingisordinary #organic #vegetarian #pursuepretty #thatsdarling #clubsocial #vscocam #snow #nyc #naturalbeauty #naturalskincare #beautifulhair #cleanliving #beautyproducts #organicbeauty (at New York, New York)

This is where I like to cleanse and charge my crystals in sunlight, atop my lucky elephant. I’ve had this elephant for more than a decade. It has travelled with me along many journeys, during different periods of my life, and always remains a constant. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Elephants symbolize luck, wisdom, strength, protection of home, fertility and power. The upturned trunk represents prosperity and success. On a personal note, I love their beauty, grandeur and how exceptionally smart they are! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ (at New York, New York)

It’s always nice to end the week on a positive note! Boxing up this order to one of our new partners. We’ll be updating our site soon with our growing roster of wonderful stockists so you can shop locally! Happy Friday friends! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smudging #flowers #herbs #sagebyglig #livefolk #rituals #sage (at New York, New York)

I’m so happy to share with you our Limited Edition Valentine’s Day inspired smudge sticks. These bundles wrapped in vibrant red roses are a perfect expression of caring and can also be used during the New Moon coming on Feb 15. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #smudging #flowers #herbs #sagebyglig #livefolk #rituals #sage #thatsdarling #pursuepretty #wellness  #darlingmoment #darlingweekend #liveauthentic #vscocam #clubsocial  #health #spirituality #mindbody #iamwellandgood  #gardening #farmers #organic  #simplicity #roses #gardening #farmtotable farmers #valentinesday #sonya7 (at New York, New York)

My two skincare must-haves when traveling: @lilfox.miami Jungle Glow cleanser and @leahlaniskincare Kokoleka Ritual Dessert Face Mask. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #healthy #healthy #organic #skincare #beauty #ecobeauty #greenbeauty #naturalskincare #organicskincare #sonya7 #vscocam #cleanbeauty #cleanskincare #bbloggers #greenbbloggers #ecodiva #ecodivabeauty #travelbogger #wellness #goodlivingisglam #gligstravel #gliginkauai #vacation #kauai #traveltheglobe #beach #globetrotter (at Poipu, Hawaii)

Kauai Day 1. When we travel to a new destination, one of our first missions is locating the best coffee shop in town (who else can relate 🙋🏽‍♀️. I can’t say enough about @aloharoastery. The cappuccino is superb and the service is pleasant and chill. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #tasteintravel  #trottermag #clubsocial #travel #goodlivingisglam  #instatravel #traveltheworld #traveltheglobe #vacation #travelphotography #thediscoverer #travelblogger #travelblog #travelbug  #globetrotter #hawaii #kauai #poipu #foodie #eatingfortheinsta #cleaneating #healthyfood #plantbased #wheretoeat #cafe #coffeeshop #buzzfeast #cappucino (at Aloha Roastery)

Sunrise stroll in #poipu. Located across the street from this beach, this has been hands down the best @Airbnb of our travels. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #tasteintravel  #trottermag #clubsocial #travel #goodlivingisglam  #instatravel #traveltheworld #traveltheglobe #vacation #travelphotography #landscape #nature #iphoneonly  #thediscoverer #travelblogger #travelblog #travelbug  #globetrotter #hawaii #kauai #poipu #beach #merrychristmas #happyholidays (at Poipu, Hawaii)

Sunrise stroll in #poipu. Across the street from the best @Airbnb ever. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #tasteintravel  #trottermag #clubsocial #travel #goodlivingisglam  #instatravel #traveltheworld #traveltheglobe #vacation #italia #travelphotography #landscapes #veneto #nature #sonyalpha #sonya7 #sonyimages #thediscoverer #prettylittleitaly #venezia  #globetrotter #hawaii #kauai #poipu #beach #merrychristmas #happyholidays (at Poipu, Hawaii)

When it gets unbearably cold outside like it is today, I try to focus on warm, happy memories like this one from Venice last year. We just got engaged in the mountains the day before, and decided to continue the good vibes with a visit to one of my favorite places. 📷: @mirco_in_nyc ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #tasteintravel  #trottermag #clubsocial #travel #architecture #design #goodlivingisglam #archdaily #instatravel #traveltheworld #traveltheglobe #vacation #italia #travelphotography #landscapes #veneto #nature #sonyalpha #sonya7 #sonyimages #hotels #thediscoverer #prettylittleitaly #venezia  #globetrotter #italy (at Venice, Italy)

Food Tags F O O D R I T U A L. After a long week, I’m ready to rest and give my body some self love. Sometimes we use the weekends to enjoy “cheat days” but I encourage you to join me this weekend doing only good things for your mind and body. For that means, clean eating, exercise, reading and laughter! Are you in?!   ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀   ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀   ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #foodie #food #nomnom #eatingfortheinsta #cleaneating #nomnomnom #healthyfood #plantbased #healthyfoodshare #fitfood #vegetarian #veganfood #vegan #rawvegan #vegano #fitspo #myamazonkitchen #amazonhome #whatveganseat #letscookvegan #bestofvegan #feedfeedvegan #buzzfeast #thekitchn #foodstyling #food4thought #f52grams #fruitbowl #wellness #selflove (at New York, New York)

“There's a few things I've learned in life: always throw salt over your left shoulder, keep rosemary by your garden gate, plant lavender for good luck, and fall in love whenever you can.” Words to live by indeed! I love the city but lately a huge part of me desires a home in the country where I can grow my own lavender, read a book beside a fireplace by night, and frolic in a meadow by day. Do you dream of life in the country?   ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀   ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀   ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #foodie #food #nomnom #eatingfortheinsta #cleaneating #lavender #healthyfood #plantbased #healthyfoodshare #fitfood #vegetarian #veganfood #vegan #rawvegan #vegano #fitspo #myamazonkitchen #amazonhome #whatveganseat #letscookvegan #bestofvegan #feedfeedvegan #buzzfeast #thekitchn #foodstyling #food4thought #f52grams #herbs #wellness #tea (at New York, New York)

How To Get Rid of Negative Energy After The Holidays

If you're the designated host for the holidays this year, then you're probably thinking about the menu, gifts, decorations, as well as the family and friends you'll be entertaining around your dinner table. It's a truly special time of year full of warmth, love and happiness. On the flip side, we all know the toll entertaining can take on the host once the dust settles and your guests bid you farewell.  That's why I always clear my space with a sage smudge stick after a holiday soiree, so I can restore the calm energy of my home. 

Don't take this the wrong way. I LOVE entertaining family and friends, so I'm not saying that the energy left behind is necessarily negative. In fact whenever we have friends over, we feel elevated and happy to be surrounded by so much love. That being said, planning and executing a party, making sure everyone is happy mixed with the wave of energies that everyone brings into your home can be, well, a lot.  So to help you maintain the good vibes and restore balance back to your home, we've created this guide to smudging after entertaining for the holidays. 

First Things First, Clean Up & Tidy Your Space

This might seem like a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised how many people try to clear the energy in a space that hasn't been physically cleaned first. Tidying up is the logical first step before you smudge your home, and it also puts you in the right frame of mind for your ritual. 

Smudge with Purpose 

Before you start your energy clearing ritual, consider your intention.  It could be "from a place of gratitude I restore balance and calm in my home" or if there was any tension or a disagreement during the festivities you should tailor your intention to address the release of negativity and summon good vibes.  

Focus On High Traffic Areas

If you aren't up for purifying your entire home (for those of us living in small NYC apartments this doesn't apply), then focus your efforts on the main areas where your guests frequented, like the living room and doorways. Also consider areas with a high concentration of water and metal (such as a kitchen), as they act as conductors of energies.  Once you've determine where you want to sage, you can follow our simple guide on how to sage.  

Don't Forget to Clear Your Own Energy

Once you finish smudging your space, you're ready for the final and most important step: clearing your own energy. For this part of my self-care practice, I prefer to use palo santo, sacred wood from South America used for purification rituals. With notes of mint, lemon and pine, I find the woody scent pleasantly uplifting.  

Once I've cleared the energy in my home, I always feel calmer and more centered. After preparing for the holidays, entertaining, cleaning up and reorganizing, I find smudging is the perfect way to relax and find balance, which allows me to enjoy the wonderful craziness of the holidays even more. 

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