Activating Mala Strands

Mala strands are already filled with powerful energies from the different stones and materials they are made from. However, it is also important for you to charge them with your own energy and intentions. There are several different ways you can do this, and everyone has their own rituals when activating a new strand.

My small ritual consist of a quiet place where I can relax, without anything stressful or chaotic around. I first put my Mala into a favorite bowl… which is usually one of my singing bowls. I then light sage, and smudge around the bowl to rid my Mala of any negative energy that may be attached to it. You never know what energies may have attached to your strand prior to receiving them. If you make your own Malas, there could be negative energy on the stones or materials used.

I then light my incense. The incense fragrance used depends on what intentions and or energy I’d like to set for my strand. One of my favorite incense is Frankincense, promotes calm and peace, and relieves stress and anxiety. I allow the the scent to flow over my strand as quietly focus on my intentions.

I seal my intentions by holding my Mala and moving the beads between my fingers while meditating, and repeating the mantra “Om Hrim Name Shivaya Om” ….

I also recharge all of my strands, beads, and crystals whenever there is a full moon. This is always the purest form of charging for me. I will blog again again soon about how to recharge your strands during a full moon.

Namaste’~~