Okay, don’t be a hero. Hold your smudge stick over a candle or a lighter until it catches. Then blow out the flame.
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You want a smoldering ember, not a bonfire. Wave it gently or let the smoke drift where you want it.
Use a fireproof dish underneath. Because dropping embers on your rug is how you start a conversation with your landlord. A bad one.
Pro Tips from a Burned Fingertip Survivor
Don’t hold the stick while it’s fully flaming. You will drop it. You will yelp. Your cat will judge you.
To put it out, just press the ember into your dish or dip it in a little sand. Water works but makes your next lighting harder.
Never leave a smoldering stick unattended. Yes, even if you’re just stepping away for “a second.” Trust me on this.
