4" Organic Peppermint Sage Smudge Stick Bundle - Cleansing + Purification. When burned the smoke heals and brings one back into balance and cleanses the body and mind of negative spirits and impurities. Smudging sage has also been known globally to help relieve worry, open the mind, clear negative thoughts and feelings, and de-stress the spirit. USE FOR YOGA AND MEDITATION: Smudging with sages and herbs is a powerful tool in spiritual practice. Burning sage improves awareness and focus. It commonly used to practice mindfulness and transcendental meditation.