At a Glance
- Mala necklace strung with assorted natural stone beads
- 21 inches long
- 120 g
- Natural stone: colour and marking vary strand to strand
- Long enough to wear doubled or wrapped
- Made in China
How to Use It
If you have never used a mala, the practice takes about a minute to learn and years to get bored of.
- Hold the strand in one hand and rest the first bead between thumb and middle finger.
- Say or think your phrase — a mantra, an intention, a single word — once per bead.
- Push each bead away with the thumb and move to the next. Do not rush; the pace should feel slightly slower than comfortable.
- When you reach the larger guru bead, stop or turn back rather than crossing it. That is the tradition and it gives the round an ending.
- Wear it afterwards, doubled at the neck or wrapped at the wrist, so the practice stays visible.
Two Ways to Use It
| Approach |
What It Suits |
| Counted rounds |
Formal seated practice with a fixed mantra |
| Held quietly |
Restlessness, waiting rooms, long journeys |
| Worn doubled |
Everyday wear — 21 inches loops comfortably |
| On the altar |
Resting between sessions, in view |
✨ Temple Tip
Pick your phrase before you pick up the mala, not while you are holding it. Choosing mid-round is how a practice turns into browsing — and one plain sentence you actually mean beats a beautiful one you found online.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the necklace?
21 inches, weighing 120 g.
What stones are used?
Assorted natural stones — the mix varies between strands.
Will mine look exactly like the photograph?
In differences lies beauty. Every piece is natural and hand-selected, so colour, pattern and size vary a little from the photograph.
Can I wear it as well as use it for practice?
Yes. At 21 inches it hangs long or doubles comfortably at the neck.
How do I look after it?
Keep it dry, take it off before showering or swimming, and store it coiled rather than hanging under its own weight.
How quickly does it ship?
Ships within 3 business days, wrapped for protection.
One bead, one breath, one thing at a time. #TempleOfDesire
