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Reuse Flowers: Puja flowers are not just decoration but a symbol of energy. Instead of throwing them away, make incense sticks and reuse them. This will create a fragrant scent in the home and increase positive energy as well. This is a really easy, cheap and spiritual recycling method.
How to make incense sticks from flowersReuse flowers: We all certainly offer flowers during worship. Offering flowers at the feet of the Lord gives a different feeling of relaxation and peace, but have you ever wondered what to do with these flowers after the prayer ends? Most people throw them away without thinking or keep them in the corner, but in reality these flowers do not remain just flowers – they are filled with divine energy during the puja. If properly maintained, they can become a great way to spread positive energy in your home. We have seen many times that when we throw away temple flowers casually, that energy goes to waste. By reusing these flowers, we can not only increase the fragrance and purity in our home, but they also become the reason for our happiness and prosperity. Today we will tell you an easy way through which you can reuse puja flowers by making incense sticks. This will spread fragrance in your home, remove negativity and keep you connected to God’s blessings.
When the puja is over, the flowers wither the next day. Instead of throwing them away, try two easy methods:
1. If there is a garden at home, dry these flowers and add them to the plants as fertilizer. This will provide nutrition to the plants and will also keep the environment clean.
2. If you live in a flat or small house, flower incense sticks are the best choice. It does not take up space and does not have any unpleasant odor.
How to make incense sticks from flowers
1. Dry the flowers: Dry the puja flowers in the shade for two or three days. Like rose, marigold or basil leaves – they dry quickly.
2. Camphor mixture: Mix camphor in dried flowers and grind them. Camphor also increases the fragrance and helps burn incense sticks.
3. Adding ghee or honey: Add some ghee or pure honey to it. This will firm up the mixture and it will be easier to shape the incense stick.
4. Mixing dry cow bones: Nowadays, small balls that resemble bones are available in the market. Grind it and mix it with the flower powder. This will make the mixture stronger and will give smoke longer when it burns.
5. Add some water or oil until the mixture comes together. Then we shape it into rolls or small cones.
6. Dry: Allow the manufactured pieces to dry for 2-3 days until they are completely solid.
Your natural energy filled incense stick is ready.
Benefits of use
1. This incense stick is completely natural, and does not contain any chemicals.
2. Positive energy spreads through the house and the energy of God’s flowers is activated again.
3. Nothing is wasted after the puja, creating the habit of sustainable living.
4. The expense of expensive incense and incense burners is also saved.
5. Adding dried basil leaves to incense sticks is considered more auspicious.
Some special things
1. Make it with the kids. This will also make them develop the habit of recycling and respecting the puja items.
2. After drying, keep these incense sticks in an airtight container.
3. Burn this self-made incense in the temple during festivals or special occasions, it will give a different feeling of peace at home.
4. If you wish, you can also give these incense sticks as gifts – they are auspicious and beneficial.
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Over 8 years of experience in the media industry, having worked with reputed organizations like ABP, NDTV, Dainik Jagran and India News. Particular skill in presenting stories of lifestyle, religion and culture in an interesting way. Read more
