How to use it:
- Burn sage bundles and smudge your home thoroughly, paying special attention to dark corners and hidden spaces.
- For businesses, cleanse your workspace monthly—especially after difficult customers or competitive energy.
6. Garlic – A Traditional Amulet
Garlic has long been a staple in folk magic for its potent defensive energy. It’s a symbolic protector, keeping malicious intentions at bay.
How to use it:
- Hang a garlic braid above your door to block envious vibes before they enter.
- Carry a clove of garlic in your right pocket during conflict-heavy days or if you’re surrounded by competitive people.
7. Peppermint – Fresh Energy Flow
Peppermint isn’t just refreshing—it renews stagnant spaces and clears out low vibrations, making it a great ally against jealousy and exhaustion.
How to use it:
- Brew peppermint tea, let it cool, and spray it around your home to refresh the energy.
- Tuck fresh mint leaves into small fabric sachets and hang them in key spots like closets, bedrooms, or near workspaces.
8. Bay Leaf – The Energy Guardian
Bay leaves are often used in intention-setting rituals. Spiritually, they protect and repel energy that doesn’t serve you—including envy.
How to use it:
- Place a bay leaf in each corner of your bedroom or under your mattress to ward off bad energy.
- Write down your fears or goals on a bay leaf and safely burn it under a full moon to energetically cleanse and reset.
9. Eucalyptus – Aura Armor
Eucalyptus is a purifying force, clearing emotional buildup and creating a spiritual barrier that keeps jealousy and toxic interactions from sticking to you.
How to use it:
- Place eucalyptus branches in vases around your home—they’ll cleanse the space while offering a fresh, healing scent.
- Add eucalyptus oil to a warm bath to release tension and flush out emotional residue after draining interactions.
10. Palo Santo – The Sacred Cleanser
Used in Indigenous rituals, palo santo (“holy wood”) is a revered tool for spiritual cleansing and soul protection.
How to use it:
- Burn palo santo and move the smoke through every room after social gatherings or emotional events.
- Gently waft the smoke around your body, especially your heart and head, after arguments or intense moments.
