This "Holy Wood" has burned for centuries in South America by the Shamans, they believed burning Palo Santo had similar properties capable of resetting energy that was tainted by negativity or conflict. It also is thought to neutralize issues before they ever start and has the power to attract sacredness and benevolence to a space or person.
 
      People have been looking for alternative ways to wellness, while not  relying on modern medicine’s for quick fixes. There’s been a rise and a growth of consciousness around energy and spirituality. We’re starting to turn to these more ancient practices now.
The act of cleansing a room of negative energy is called “smudging”, often used in spiritual ceremonies, prayers or rituals.
Shamans believe that Palo Santo has a strong, mystical spirit that continues to live on in the wood long after the tree has fallen, and it will pass on its restorative powers to whoever possess need cleansing. Not only did Palo Santo provide ancient civilizations with spiritual guidance, it came with many medicinal benefits too.
Active ingredients extracted from the trunk of a Palo Santo tree have antimicrobial, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties that may help , promote physical & spiritual healing calm feelings of stress & anxiety boost the immune system fight viruses & infections stimulate circulation promote sleep reduce muscle, joint & arthritis pain increase mood & concentration ease allergy symptoms & reactions.
 
Smelling the scent of burning Palo Santo sticks is a way of telling the brain and the body to tap into mindfulness and turn on its relaxation response. You’ll release dopamine and serotonin (neurotransmitters associated with making us feel happy and rewarded) and stimulate the production endorphins and enkephalins (the body’s natural pain killers).
The overall effect is that you’ll experience feelings of mental and emotional clarity, peace and tranquility, and less physical discomfort.
 
Comprised mostly of limonene, the essential oils extracted were also traditionally used as a natural bug repellent against mosquitoes, ants and flies, and can still be used as such today!
 
Cautions : If you have a severe lung condition or asthma, avoid being in the room during burning of Palo Santo.
 
Not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding during the burning ritual.
 
Consider what it would be like to bring into your home or person, calmness, compassion and good vibes !
While kicking out anger, frustration and bad juju !
 
 
 
 
 
 With over 30 years of experience in the Health & Wellness Industry, Christina De, possesses a vast and deep range of knowledge with living your best life. 
 
 She has expertise in addressing sports injuries as a sports therapist for the Houston Rockets in the late 90's, and she is certified in postural alignment therapy (flexology), reflexology, lymphatic drainage therapy, trigger point therapy, energy therapy and nutritional coaching.
 
 She has created several 80/20 Weight Loss Lifestyle Coaching Programs around the concept that Food Is Medicine and You Can Heal Your Own Body and Mind. 
 
Gives Intuitive Seers Life Coaching and proficient in Neurological Pathway Emotional Therapy.
 
Christina De holds the titles of RMT, LLDT, RF, RTT, and 80/20 Lifestyle Coaching.