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IMPROVE YOUR MOOD BURNING INCENSE

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Incense is an aromatic biotic material that releases fragrant smoke when burnt. The term is used for either the material or the aroma. Incense is used for aesthetic reasons, religious worship, aromatherapy, meditation, and ceremony. It may also be used as a simple deodorant or insect repellent. 

Incense has been around since ancient times and is an incredible way to calm your mind and body. It's a popular form of aromatherapy that helps to improve overall well-being. Its subtle yet powerful scent helps to reduce stress and anxiety levels while providing a sense of peace and calm. 

Hindus, especially the Śaivas, use incense for ritual and domestic offerings, and so do Buddhists, who burn it at festivals and initiations as well as at daily rites. In China incense was burned during festivals and processions to honour ancestors and household gods, and in Japan it was incorporated into Shintō ritual.

aromatherapy incense

A wide variety of herbs can be burned as incense, each with unique properties and benefits. Some popular options include sage, lavender, rosemary, frankincense, and myrrh. These herbs can be used for a range of purposes, such as purifying the air, promoting relaxation, and enhancing meditation or yoga practices.

SCIENCE BEHIND INCENSE BURNING 

The effect of good aromas, generated from Incense sticks has been shown to raise serotonin in the brain. As an alternative to taking drugs, nonpharmacological methods of raising brain serotonin may not only improve mood but does so without side-effects or dangers of addiction. 

Burning incense sticks works as a sensory way to sanctify the space and offering behaviors with mindfulness and awareness.

aromatherapy incense

BENEFITS OF INCENSE BURNING

  • To purify your space. Odor vaporizers and bacteria killers, burning incense has been shown in some studies to decrease the bacteria in the air by 94% after using medicinal smoke for 1 hour.
  • To calm or focus your mind. 
  • To reduce stress and anxiety.
  • Sandalwood incenses, in particular, are known to benefit in healing certain infections and problems by increasing the production of keratin, which is found in the outermost layer of the skin.
  • Improved sleep, enhanced mood, reduced inflammation and spiritual practice.
incense burning for meditation

SPIRITUAL OR SACRED USE OF INCENSE 

Purifying and cleansing: The practice of burning incense sticks has a dual purpose, purifying and cleansing the energy of a space. It is said that the fragrant smoke acts as a spiritual broom, eliminating impurities and creating an environment that is sacred and conducive to spiritual connections and experiences. 

For GoodLuck : 2 incense sticks, it is about spirits and placing the sticks on food. While  burning 3 incense sticks attracts good luck and prosperity. This number is associated with the 3 treasures of Buddhism, namely Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. In Buddhism, burning 3 incense sticks means that you will transcend towards equilibrium, stability, and infinity.
3 incense sticks meaning
In fact, in Feng shui, you can ask for personal favor by lighting three incense sticks When you burn five incense sticks, you bring protection and safety to the home. seven are believed to bring healing and spiritual growth. Nine incense sticks are believed to bring success and achievement. 

HOW TO BURN INCENSE
  • In order to burn incense, you first gently ignite it. For example, to burn an incense stick you would use a lighter or a match to light the tip. Once the incense has been ignited, you then gently extinguish the flame, typically by blowing it out. The incense will then glow and begin to produce scented smoke. 
  • Use an incense holder: Place your incense sticks in an appropriate incense holder to ensure they burn evenly. Once lit, never leave incense unattended. 
  •  Burning incense is a fire hazard and should be regularly monitored. Lighting incense and then going to sleep is dangerous and should be avoided. 
incense holders

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 
  • Incense does not expire in the sense that it generally does not go bad or become toxic. When stored properly, most quality incense sticks will keep scent for several years, but some types may lose fragrance after just a couple of years.
  • Ensure that your incense sticks are kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight or excessive humidity. This helps maintain their freshness and prevents them from drying out too quickly.  
incense cones
Special Note: No need to refrigerate it, moisture will degrade the incense and may even promote mold growth.   

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