What are malas?

Mala beads are a string of 108 beads that you use to count mantras. The guru bead (also called the guru bead) sits at the very beginning of your mala and is used to mark the point where each round begins. You count one bead for every mantra you recite during meditation—the number of mantras varies depending on what practice you’re doing. There are many different types of malas, but they all follow this simple pattern:

• Guru bead (or “bead”)
• Mantra counter
• Beads in between

There are several different kinds of materials used to create these strings, including clay and wood, but most commonly rudraksha seeds are used because they’re easy to find and inexpensive. While some people may choose other materials because they like how they look or feel on their hands, there’s no right or wrong type when it comes down it; just choose whatever feels right!

How do I use malas?

The most common way to use a mala is to count mantras. You can use the guru bead as a marker for the beginning of your mantra and then move through the beads in order, closing your eyes and focusing on your breath. As you chant each phrase of your favorite mantra, visualize it floating away from you into space. This can be very calming and help keep negative thoughts at bay!

Another way to use a mala is by holding it while practicing yoga or meditation. In this case, hold the mala with both hands so that it rests on top of one thigh as if you were sitting cross-legged (for more tips on how to sit for yoga practice check out this blog post). You can also carry a small bag or pouch containing some malas with you wherever you go so that whenever inspiration strikes for meditation or prayer services—and those times do happen unexpectedly—you’ll have something readily available!

What’s my personal power chant?

Your mantra is a sacred word or phrase that has deep meaning for you. One of the most common mantras used by Buddhists is “om mani padme hum,” which means “the jewel in the lotus flower.” If you don’t have any idea what this means, it may not be the right mantra for you. You should also avoid using words that have any negative connotations. For example, if your father died when he was young and you feel guilty about that as an adult, then “I forgive myself” might not be able to bring forward positive feelings for you—instead, it could actually make things worse in this case.

My personal power chant is: I am strong enough to face my fears! This works because it reminds me that I am strong enough to get through whatever comes my way (which can help me deal with anxiety).

What if I mess up my mantra?

What if you can’t remember the mantra? Start over! The practice of repeating a word or phrase over and over again is called “mantra,” and it’s a powerful tool for clearing your mind, relaxing your body, and focusing on one thing. If you’re new to mantra meditation though, it might take some time before you get used to the rhythm of chanting. Here are some suggestions if things don’t go as planned:

• If you’ve forgotten where in the mantra you were last time: Start over! It’s okay—you’ll get there eventually.
• If your mind wanders while chanting (or during any other part of this process): Stop what you’re doing immediately, close your eyes and breathe deeply until everything feels clear again (this might take 5 minutes or more). Then begin again at step 2 above. This will help keep things fresh so that each day feels different from yesterday’s practice session—which helps keep things interesting as well 🙂

How do I choose a personal mala?

When choosing your mala, you want to think about what kind of properties you are looking for in your stones. Some malas have special gemstones that help with specific goals and intentions.

If you’re looking for a mala that will help with healing, look for one with lapis lazuli or turquoise beads. These stones are known as powerhouses when it comes to healing because they balance emotions and calm the mind while bringing clarity to the heart.

Lapis is linked to the third eye chakra and aids in seeing things more clearly while turquoise helps heal emotional wounds that may be holding us back from living out our true purpose. Lapis can also aid in communication, creativity, intuition and manifestation. Turquoise cleanses emotional blocks so we can become more grounded in reality—which can be helpful if we’re feeling overwhelmed by negative thoughts or feelings like fear or anger.*

How do malas work?

The moment that you wear your mala, you begin to feel the energies of the stones. The beads of a mala are much like the seeds that come from plants and trees. Each one helps to grow or cultivate something new within ourselves. Malas also help us to focus on our mantras by keeping us grounded in what we are doing by counting each bead as we go along.

Mala beads can help you with meditating, personal mantras and focus.

Mala beads can be used to help you meditate, focus on your personal mantra, and even remind you of your mantra.

• Meditation is a practice that many people do to clear their minds and focus on their inner selves. Malas are great tools for this because they remind you of your personal mantra while you’re meditating, helping with focus and keeping the mind clear. This is especially true if the mala is specifically made for meditation.
• A lot of people use mala beads as a way to visualize their own personal mantras when they are practicing yoga or simply trying to calm down after a stressful day at work. It’s easy enough just by wearing them around your wrist like bracelets or necklaces (or even using them in place of actual jewelry).