As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, November invites us to slow down. It’s a time to retreat indoors, wrap ourselves in warmth, and create space for peace and reflection. Resin incense — nature’s ancient aromatic treasure — is a perfect companion for this season. Here’s how to use it to soothe your senses and unwind before winter arrives.

Step 1: Choose Your Calming Resins

For November’s introspective, cozy energy, look for resins that promote calm, warmth, and emotional balance:

Frankincense Resin Incense – Known for its meditative and grounding qualities; it deepens the breath, eases anxiety, and creates a sacred, serene atmosphere.

Myrrh Resin Incense – A warm, earthy resin that comforts the heart and clears emotional heaviness; perfect for easing seasonal stress.

Copal Resin Incense – Bright and uplifting; clears stagnant energy and renews the spirit, ideal for gray days.

Shanti Resin Incense – Soft, rich, earthy aromas with light floral and cinnamon-undertones; this one brings peace into your home and supports soothing, restful transitions.

Step 2: Prepare Your Space

Choose a heat-safe incense burner or small metal/ceramic cauldron.

Place a charcoal disc inside and light it until it begins to glow.

Wait until the surface turns gray, then sprinkle a small amount of resin on top.

Tip: A tiny pinch is enough — resins are potent and aromatic.

Step 3: Set the Mood

Dim the lights. Put on soft music or simply listen to the quiet. Watch the tendrils of fragrant smoke curl and drift through the air. Breathe deeply. Let each scent connect you to the stillness of late autumn.

Step 4: Create a Ritual of Unwinding

Burn Frankincense and Myrrh together to balance calm and clarity.

Blend Shanti with Copal for comfort and renewed optimism.

Light a resin during your evening tea, journaling, or meditation to mark the transition from day to night.

Step 5: End with Gratitude

When the smoke fades, take a moment to thank yourself for creating space to rest. This simple ritual — repeated through November — helps align body and mind with the slowing rhythm of nature.