Light up
Hold the smudge stick at a 45-degree angle. Light it using your candle. Let it burn for about 20 seconds. After that, blow out the flames so you see embers on the end.
Walk around your space
Walk at a slow pace around the space and allow the smoke to waft around. Guide the smoke – and the negative energy – toward the open windows or door so it can escape.
Ideally start at the entrance of your home and move around your home in a clockwise manner. Be mindful in your movement. I learnt a new word, … that moving around a space like this is called “circumambulation”. Odd word. But it’s been practiced forever in ancient cultures.
Be safe
Practice mindfulness by staying present. Look out for embers falling on the ground and make sure to stamp them out immediately. Never let the sage stay flaming, blow it out timeously. Also take care not to inhale the smoke.
Completion
Once you have moved through the entire area, extinguish the smudge stick, pressing the burning tip firmly into the sand holder.