Smudging in Energy Clearing 
A smudger is a tool such as a single feather, a collection of feathers or a tightly tied bundle of herbs used in the practice of smudging, which involves burning specific herbs such as sage, sweet grass, palo santo or incense to produce a cleansing smoke. This smoke is believed to purify spaces, objects, and individuals, helping to clear negative or stagnant energies. The Smudger is used to fan the smoke toward the area that is being cleansed and, also to fan toward the heavens sending the intention and prayer of the desired outcome to God, The Great Spirit, Source or who and what your higher power is. 

Key Points: 

• Herbs Used: The most commonly used herb for smudging is sage, especially white sage. Other herbs like cedar, sweetgrass, and palo santo and incense are also used. 
• Purpose: The primary goal of smudging is to cleanse, purify, and protect the space or individual from negative influences. The smoke from the smudger is believed to neutralize any negative energy, replacing it with positive energy.
• Method: To smudge, one lights the end of the smudger and then blows out the flame, allowing the herbs to smolder and produce smoke. This smoke is then wafted around the area or person being cleansed, often using a feather or hand. 
• Cultural Roots: Smudging has deep roots in various indigenous cultures, especially Native American traditions. Respect and understanding of its origins are vital when practicing or incorporating smudging into one’s rituals. 

In essence, a smudger is an essential tool in energy clearing, offering a tangible way to cleanse and purify spaces and beings of unwanted energies.