Palos, or spiritual sticks, are sacred botanical tools used in cleansing, protection, and energy shifting rituals across various traditions. Each stick carries its own vibrational frequency, offering unique benefits such as calming emotions, removing negativity, opening paths, or manifesting desires. You can burn a palo over charcoal as incense, allowing the sacred smoke to cleanse your space, body, or altar. Some practitioners carve sigils or initials into the stick to program it with a specific intention before burying it, burning it, or keeping it in a mojo bag. Use a single palo in candle magic by placing it next to a spell candle that aligns with your goal—love, prosperity, or protection. Keep one under your pillow for dream protection, or tape it discreetly under your bed for energetic shielding. Carrying a palo in your pocket or purse allows you to stay spiritually grounded and protected on the go. Palos can also be placed at doorways or window sills to block unwanted energy and invite peace into the home. When combined into a bundle, such as the “21 Palos” carga, they form a spiritual powerhouse for deeper cleansing, spiritual defense, and ancestral work. Whether you’re doing a full spiritual limpia or just refreshing your home’s vibration, palos offer a natural, powerful way to connect with divine protection and earthly wisdom.