The Roots of Palo Santo
Used for centuries by shamans and saints, this tree is believed to have ‘magical properties.’ Native to the coast South America and neighbouring regions, Palo Santo was used for anything from energy cleansing, for spiritual purification, for energetic protection, and even as an insect repellent. The wood was burnt and/or oils were extracted and/or the wood was steeped into a tea for physical and emotional healing. Whatever the purpose, Palo Santo was (and is) treated with respect and gratitude for its therapeutic and healing properties by shamans and saints. In recent years, those seeking a spiritual connection started using the wood and now several commercial sellers deforest palo santo forests or spray toxic fragrance on this wood. This means the wood lacks the natural grounding properties. In 2018, one strain of Palo Santo (Bunesia Sarmientoi) was declared as endangered. As science has been deciphering the benefits our ancestors have intuitively understood, the demand for this wood is increasing. At Grounded 1002, not only do we source from ethical suppliers, but we care about HOW the wood is burnt. This is how we #rockwithcare. Please read the instructions included in your order for more details.
#StixAndStones
Why the name #StixAndStones
If you've engaged in any sort of therapy, you clearly know the rhyme 'sticks and stones' is far from the truth… and this product is a remedy when the words leave a lasting impact - whether the lingering sentiments have come from others or from yourself. With each package offering at least 100 potent doses, #stixandstones is a variety pack to explore this easy to use ‘holy wood to cleanse the mind, body, and soul.
This first batch, 2022 offers a taste of 3 forests from South America. Once this sells out, we will curate different styles of Palo Santo for the next batch.
Why #stixandstones was chosen as the second product:
Our founder, Neeta has been using essential oils and a variety of incense products since childhood (not realising smudging was even a word). Having had 2 major physical traumas over the last decade (2013 / 2018) which left several physical scars and marks, the mental imprint was even bigger. In 2014, at a yoga retreat in Sayulita, Mexico one of the instructors used Palo Santo in a way she hadn't noticed before. Not long after, she started carrying Palo Santo sticks or lavender oil with her at all times. She liked that she could discreetly light Palo Santo quickly to reduce any anxiety in crowds, calm nerves before public speaking engagements, use the smoke visually when setting an intention, or to feel grounded when the mind is racing. She felt this style of smudging set the mood for any restorative style activities like journaling, chanting, taking a bath, cooking, stretching, or any yin exercises. She found Palo Santo quickly became an essential in her 'kit' because of the ease of transport, instant benefits, and option of how fast or slow it can be used. Aside from the aromatherapy and antimicrobial properties of Palo Santo, Neeta just liked how a tiny stick could offer so many doses...a little goes a long way. When we say, 'mind body connection,' Palo Santo is an excellent example of how the connection is real.
A note from Neeta: Although Palo Santo is easily my favorite 'smudging' tool, many other plants can be smudged (and should be). Each plant offers different aromatherapy benefits. Everything from dried basil, bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, sage, thyme, lavender, and pine needles can be smudged, boiled, or cold pressed for its benefits. Grounded 1002 is a gateway for people being a better version of themselves. I chose sustainably harvested Palo Santo as our second product because it is convenient, easy to use, and portable. But once you get used to using it, it doesn’t mean you cant try others - just make sure any products you use are high quality (no added perfumes, toxins, fragrances, or chemicals - these defeat the purpose).
Introducing
#StixAndStones
Our mission at Grounded 1002 is to be a gateway for people being a better version of themselves. So, for our second product, we have curated 3 varieties of organic, sustainably sourced, and easy to use Palo Santo.
Palo Santo
Healing Therapy
- Calming the mind & helping decrease anxiety levels.
- Stress reduction.
- Increased focus.
- Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
- From a spiritual perspective, the shamans and spiritual community believe the smoke and oils do much much more
Calming | Grounding | Cleansing
Energetic Protection
Used for centuries by shamans and saints, this tree is believed to have ‘magical properties.’ Native to the coast South America and neighbouring regions, Palo Santo was used for anything from energy cleansing, for spiritual purification, for energetic protection, and even as an insect repellent.
Mindful Moments
Get Lit Within
If you've engaged in any sort of therapy, you clearly know the rhyme 'sticks and stones' is far from the truth… and this product is a remedy when the words leave a lasting impact - whether the lingering sentiments have come from others or from yourself.