The following was provided to me by Kathy Schueler - about how to smudge and rid your home of bad energy:
THE SMUDGING CEREMONY: REMOVE BAD ENERGY WITH SAGE SMOKE
Some of you want to know how to perform a cleansing ceremony with the use of burning sage, also known as "smudging".
A smudge stick is a dried and bundled plant. One can also use loose
leaves in smudging, but before we get to the particulars of such a
ceremony it will help to have an understanding of the origins of this
sacred practice and how it will cleanse, heal, and consecrate an energy
field, or thing, or space.
The Origins and History of Smudging:
People commonly credit smudging as being a Native American practice,
but the use of rising smoke in spiritual rituals has been practiced
across many cultures for thousands of years. The ancient Hindu texts
reveal this was practiced 6,000 years ago with the burning of incense.
Smoke purification was performed in Egypt, with the burning of aromatic
resins for religious ceremonies. It was practiced in Babylonia, Greece,
Rome, Japan, Tibet, China, among the ancient Hebrews, and among
indigenous tribal cultures around the world, with the native tribes of
North America being only a portion. Catholic and Orthodox Christianity,
which are an amalgam of pagan beliefs and practices, use incense in
religious ceremonies, adapted from the pagan rituals popular when the
Christian theocracy was legalized by the pagan-turned-Christian, Roman
Emperor Constantine, in 325 AD.
So the use of smoke to purify
in a spiritual way is not exclusive to the Native American tradition,
although we have them to thank for the wonderful and deeply spiritual
practice of burning sage and other sacred plants as a purification
practice. This tradition is a very beautiful gift and the most effective
method commonly used in spiritual cleansing ceremonies today.
How it Works to Cleanse and Purify:
Smudging is an intrinsic part of shamanism, the world’s oldest
medicine. Shamans recognize that every form of life on this planet has a
spiritual purpose and a sacred consciousness. They know that plants
have invaluable healing properties. Human animals, as it turns out, are
not the top rung of creation’s ladder even though we think we are
because we have big brains and walk on two feet. All beings, whether
plant, animal, or mineral are divine and have sacred right to life; all
have something to offer to the manifest “other.”
To approach a
smudging ritual and to be effective in cleansing away negative energy,
one must be reverent of the plant being used and even the energies being
cleansed. All energy is divine at its core, whether Light or Dark.
Respect for all life is essential to any smudging that you undertake. If
you cannot feel reverent about this sacred practice, don’t do it. Find
someone who is spiritually qualified and energetically prepared to do it
for you.
Although many different plants can be used for
smudging, indigenous American tribes consider four plants to be
especially sacred: sage, sweetgrass, tobacco, and cedar. Each plant is
considered to have a special function and this can vary by tribe and
tradition. While sage is used for purification, sweetgrass is used to
bring in positive energies, and its smoke is considered to carry prayers
to the Creator.
When to Use Smudge:
-If you are
feeling down, negative, stuck, or in a spiritual low place, smudging is
an excellent way to change things for the better.
-When your house,
your property, or any place or space has been exposed to heavy and
negative energies, or painful experiences and even illness, they should
be cleansed with smudge.
-When you move into a new location, it should be smudged to cleanse the psychic imprints of previous occupants.
-If you feel the presence of bad energy in your living quarters, or if a
solitary room makes you feel bad or uneasy by being in there, it’s time
to smudge.
-If you want to create a protective barrier against
outside negative influences, such as neighborhood issues, it’s time to
smudge.
-If you want to make your prayers stronger and if you want to feel more connected to Spirit, it’s time to smudge.
-If your vehicle has been in a fender-bender or you’ve had a close call
in your car, smudge it, inside and out, to remove negative energetic
imprints that can attract more negative experiences.
-Cleanse second-hand items with smudge to remove psychic imprints of previous owners.
-You can consecrate and energetically charge your garden by smudging.
-You should smudge to clean yourself and your space before engaging in any psychic contact or spiritual ceremony.
-You can smudge anytime just to connect to a state of spiritual clarity
and harmony! Remember, you “clear the air” in your life with the help
of sacred smoke!
Sacred sage and other wonderful herbs are
Earth Mother’s gift, and once you understand how important a tool they
are in your own spiritual welfare you will never be without a supply on
hand. They are a fundamental part of your spiritual first-aid kit, given
by Creation to heal wounds upon the Soul.
Source: Unknown
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Moved to www.robgutro.com /I am an author, paranormal investigator & medium with Inspired Ghost Tracking. I can receive messages from ghosts or spirits (who have crossed over). As a scientist, I explain the paranormal with energy. Known as a Pet Medium; but work with human ghosts and spirits, too. My books teach you how to recognize signs from spirits.* AWARD-WINNING - 2021,2022 and 2023 BookAuthority Best New Grief Ebook for Pets and the Afterlife 3
Rob's Books, Medium Readings, Animal Rescue Fundraisers
BOOKS: Pets and the Afterlife, Pets and the Afterlife 2, Pets and the Afterlife 3, Pets and the Afterlife 4, Lessons Learned from Talking to the Dead, Ghosts of England on a Medium's Vacation, Ghosts of the Bird Cage Theatre on a Medium's Vacation, Kindred Spirits: How a Medium
Befriended a Spirit, Case Files of Inspired Ghost Tracking and Ghosts and Spirits Explained
BEST SELLERS: All of Rob's books have reached "best-seller" status on AMAZON.com in various paranormal categories. PET SPIRIT READINGS: Now offered via email and done on weekends. Reserve a spot thru Paypal. Email me at Rgutro@gmail.com Send 1 Photo of your pet, their name, and any questions.ANIMAL RESCUE FUNDRAISING LECTURES : Rob is a dog dad, volunteers with Dachshund and Weimaraner rescues and does fundraising lectures for dog and cat rescues.
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Get tix now: Barb Mallon's AN EVENING OF MESSAGES FROM SPIRIT with Rob Gutro July 6
AN EVENING OF MESSAGES FROM SPIRIT
Saturday, July 6
6pm to 9pm
Chantilly, Virginia
Join medium Barb Mallon for a very special evening of inspiration, validations, and messages from loved ones on the other side!
This event is much like Barb's larger mediumship events; however, instead of an audience of 50 or more, only 25 seats will be available. This gives participants a much better chance of having their own special reading.
This event is much like Barb's larger mediumship events; however, instead of an audience of 50 or more, only 25 seats will be available. This gives participants a much better chance of having their own special reading.
TO GET TICKETS TO BARB's EVENT : http://www.eventbrite.com/event/6609714835?ref=ebtn#
This very intimate setting is a wonderful way to experience the process of mediumship through possibly your own reading or through the readings of others*.
Rob Gutro, author and budding medium, will begin the evening with a small talk and introduction. Barb will then relay messages from the other side to those members of the audience she's pulled to. She finishes with a small Q & A session and also possible messages from her students in attendance.
Barb strives to get to as many members of the audience that she can get to* during this event; however, keep in mind that those spirit people with the most dominant energy are the ones who will be able to come through. While she will do her best to keep the readings equal lengths, some spirit people have more to say than others. Some readings may be 5 minutes, while others may be a bit longer. Participants will have the opportunity to ask Barb questions during the Q&A session following the readings, and then meet with Barb and her students after the event.
This event will benefit a local animal rescue group Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA). Bring a bag of dog or cat food, warm blankets, treats or toys and get $10.00 OFF of your admittance fee! *Be sure to register accordingly when checking out!
PROGRAM:
6:00 - 6:30 - Introduction/Talk by Author & Medium, Rob Gutro
This very intimate setting is a wonderful way to experience the process of mediumship through possibly your own reading or through the readings of others*.
Rob Gutro, author and budding medium, will begin the evening with a small talk and introduction. Barb will then relay messages from the other side to those members of the audience she's pulled to. She finishes with a small Q & A session and also possible messages from her students in attendance.
Barb strives to get to as many members of the audience that she can get to* during this event; however, keep in mind that those spirit people with the most dominant energy are the ones who will be able to come through. While she will do her best to keep the readings equal lengths, some spirit people have more to say than others. Some readings may be 5 minutes, while others may be a bit longer. Participants will have the opportunity to ask Barb questions during the Q&A session following the readings, and then meet with Barb and her students after the event.
This event will benefit a local animal rescue group Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA). Bring a bag of dog or cat food, warm blankets, treats or toys and get $10.00 OFF of your admittance fee! *Be sure to register accordingly when checking out!
PROGRAM:
6:00 - 6:30 - Introduction/Talk by Author & Medium, Rob Gutro
6:30 - 8:00 - Audience readings by Barb Mallon/Q&A/student readings
8:00 - 9:00 - Light refreshments/Meet & Greet/Book Signing/Merchandise Sales
*Attending a demonstration does not
guarantee a reading. Please be open to the process and experience when
attending. The audience members who are meant to receive messages from
their loved ones in spirit, will.
Because this is a public demonstration, no recording devices or camcorders permitted for privacy reasons.
There are NO REFUNDS as space is extremely limited. You may sell or gift your tickets if you are not able to attend.
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Video: Medium Barb Mallon Explains Clairsentience
Medium Barb Mallon is a mentor of mine, and has helped me develop my
abilities as a medium. Barb provides readings and has workshops to
develop abilities, and has group medium events in northern Virginia.
She's an amazing medium and I've learned so much from her.
For more information, to book a session, or check out her next events, go to www.barbmallon.com.
- Recently, Barb started making videos that explain factors involved in mediumship, like this one.In this short video, Medium Barb Mallon explains "clairsentience."
For more information, to book a session, or check out her next events, go to www.barbmallon.com.
- Recently, Barb started making videos that explain factors involved in mediumship, like this one.In this short video, Medium Barb Mallon explains "clairsentience."
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Tonight- New Radio Interview 6/4/13: Metaphysically Speaking on the ParaX radio network
Rob's newest book! |
Host Ladean Snodgrass to interview the Inspired Ghost Tracking Team (and Medium Rob Gutro) that will highlight the members and play EVPS Her show airs live and has over 10,000 listeners !
LISTEN: http://www.para-x.com/live.htm
Inspired Ghost Tracking Team |
Ladean's Website: http://www.para-x.com/metspeaking.htm
Metaphysically Speaking With Ladean
Tuesday Nights 9:00-10:00 EST
My name is Ladean I’m a Professional Psychic Medium, Energy Healer and Host of Metaphysically Speaking on Para-X.com
Please join me as we take a Metaphysical and Paranormal journey together.
My show will bring you some of the best Psychics, Healers, Authors, And Paranormal Investigators in the field.
My show is used as a learning and teaching tool, so that others may learn and grow on their spiritual path’s.
I will be offering free short readings and healing sessions once a
month. Along with a short guided Meditation to help you through your
week.My spirit sister Nyla will bring you a crystal of the week each
week, so that you may learn the wonderful benefits and healing powers of
Crystals.We will have an Herb Segment as well, so we can all learn how to heal the natural way. Metaphysically Speaking was created over 3 years ago to bring you
joy and lift your vibration, so I hope you will join me each week, and
we can walk through our journeys together. Blessings of Love and Light
You can reach Ladean at MetaphysicallySpeaking3@gmail.com to be a guest on her show,
or would like her to be a guest on your show.
Or for a Reading or Healing session ReadingsByLadean@Gmail.com
Please visit her website at WWW.ReadingsByLadean.webs.com
Skype Name: Metaphysically_Speaking
Call in Number: 817-945-6773
Monday, June 3, 2013
TONIGHT: Primarily Paranormal Internet Radio Interviews Inspired Ghost Trackers (and Rob) Tonight at 8pm EDT!:
Tonight- Monday, June 3, 2013 from 8:00 to 9:00 PM EDT
LISTEN HERE: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ggmradio/2013/06/03/psychic-tena-marie-primarily-paranormal
General Website: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ggmradio
ABOUT THE SHOW AND THE HOSTS: Psychic Tena Marie is a gifted Psychic and Psychic Medium that performs Psychic Readings and Paranormal Investigations in the Sunshine State of Florida in Fort Walton Beach. Tena isinternationally recognized and respected throughout the Psychic and Paranormal world and has assisted people all over the globe; England, France, Holland, Canada, Australia, Mexico and here in the USA.
To learn more about Tena & Bob visit www.gulfcoastparanormal.com & www.misstena.com
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Spirits and Child Prodigies, and Reincarnation
Kieran Williamson |
Our spirits get "recycled." It's true. We keep coming back until we achieve perfection, and in the course of a day, think about the number of people who are far from perfect... they'll be coming back again! (Like the person who cut you off in traffic, or a rude neighbor, or a nasty relative). Why? Because we all have lessons to learn. On a related note, you'll know if your child has come back if they have a talent.
http://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/Technology/story?id=894217&page=3
- I know that some find this hard to grasp. However, there are a number of children that recall historic events in details they could never know. One such instance is this, according to ABC NEWS: Six decades ago, a 21-year-old Navy fighter pilot on a mission over the Pacific was shot down by Japanese artillery. His name might have been forgotten, were it not for 6-year-old James Leininger. Quite a few people — including those who knew the fighter pilot — think James is the pilot, reincarnated. James' parents, Andrea and Bruce, a highly educated, modern couple, say they are "probably the people least likely to have a scenario like this pop up in their lives." But over time, they have become convinced their little son has had a former life. FULL STORY: http://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/Technology/story?id=894217&page=1
If a child has memories of a past life that can be proven by those who still live, then why wouldn't a child carry on some of the talents they acquired during a previous life? They would.
painting by young Kieran Williamson |
So, what is the definition of a child prodigy? A child prodigy is someone who at an early age masters one or more skills at an adult level.[1] One heuristic for classifying prodigies is: a prodigy is a child, typically younger than 15 years old, who is performing at the level of a highly trained adult in a very demanding field of endeavor.
One such child prodigy was in the news a couple of years ago: Kieran Williamson from the U.K. At just 9 years old, has incredible passion for two things in life; football and painting.
Some information from his website about Kieron: Kieron was a typical energetic toddler with a passion for mud and water. He loved riding his bike and throwing stones into the sea and every available puddle. The walk to and from school was more like an assault course for Kieron and he would often appear out of the bushes with a stick or bug in hand. Today Kieron is one of the world's youngest, globally reaching artists. His recent work has seen bids from over 35 different countries. He has over 1800 fans on his mailing list, featured all over YouTube and the world's media websites..... See his work at his website: http://www.kieronwilliamson.com/
At five years old he began painting like an impressionist painter. When you look at his works, you'll be amazed. I'm convinced that this child, Kieran Williamson of England, lived before as a painter. You will be convinced, too. Five year olds simply don't have this ability (now he's 9)- it had to come from somewhere else, and that was likely a past lifetime.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Listen to our Radio Interview Tues. May 28 on ParaX Radio
On Tuesday, May 28 at 9 p.m. EDT, Inspired Ghost Tracking will guest on the Internet Radio show, Metaphysically Speaking on the ParaX radio network.
Host Ladean Snodgrass will interview the team that includes Margaret Elrlich (team lead), Rob Gutro, Medium, and investigators: Craig Allen, Ronda Dixon, Anthony Holmes, and Diane Grainger.
Ladean will highlight the members and air the Team's EVPs
Ladean's show airs live and has over 10,000 listeners !
TO LISTEN: http://www.para-x.com/live.htm
Ladean's Website: http://www.para-x.com/metspeaking.htm
Host Ladean Snodgrass will interview the team that includes Margaret Elrlich (team lead), Rob Gutro, Medium, and investigators: Craig Allen, Ronda Dixon, Anthony Holmes, and Diane Grainger.
Ladean will highlight the members and air the Team's EVPs
Ladean's show airs live and has over 10,000 listeners !
TO LISTEN: http://www.para-x.com/live.htm
Ladean's Website: http://www.para-x.com/metspeaking.htm
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