• Firesafe container - use a filler such as ash, sand, rocks, etc. Examples: cast iron cauldron, brass bowl, fire pit, ceramic pot, large shell, etc.
• Consistent heat source - consider using hot charcoal, an electric/resin burner, or even an open flame.
• Tongs & Spoon - never use your hands!
• Snuffing agent - don’t leave a fire unattended. Use the container lid, sand, water, or dirt to extinguish your herbs when ready.
• Herbs and/or Resin of your choice (see list of ideas below) or shop the Apothecary.

• Select and gather the herb(s) or resin you would like to use to support your intention. 
• Select fire safe container
• Light coal. Use tongs to handle coal at all times!
• Place coal in the container. Coal is ready when it appears red or orange in color.
• Add your herbs. A little goes a long way. You can always add more herbs if desired.
• Clean your coal. Use the tongs to scrape away any accumulated herbs or ash from the coal.
• Allow the aromatic benefits to align you with your intention. Bask in it for as long as desired.
• Snuff out. Fully smother any burning embers before completing your burn.
• A note about Leftover herbs: Avoid disposing of remaining herbs in pipes and drains as they will clog over time. Consider burying them instead. Only handle remaining herbs once they have fully cooled.

While learning we recommend you utilize one of the herbal books linked below or focus on the herbs known to be safe in our listed examples. Some herbs may smell foul while others will emit toxic smoke. Please note, that some cultural uses of herbs belong to closed practices.