Mala Necklace | Indian Sandalwood & Black Agate
About Your Personally Selected Mala:
Hand-selected in Rishikesh, this Mala bead necklace arrives to you blessed by the holy river Ganges, from the mother country, India, home of yoga and spiritual seekers.
Each Mala necklace you find here is of premium quality, made from crystals you may have never known existed, and all of ethical origin - no glass, no fakery, no harm done in their process of arriving to you!
History of Mala Beads:
The history of mala beads is somewhat murky, but they are believed to have originated in India around the 8th century BCE, most likely made from Rudraksha or Lotus seeds. They were originally used by Hindu sadhus, or holy men, to help them focus their minds during meditation, by thumbing the beads between their fingers as they focused on the inhale and exhale, or a round of chanting a traditional mantra. Over time, the use of mala beads spread to other religions, but are still used purpossefully by spiritual seekers to help connect the wearer to the divine.
How to use your Mala:
Place it in your dominant hand, and use your fingers and thumb to count the beads, while chanting a mantra or affirmation, so the eyes can remain internally focused on Ajna chakra (the third eye), aiding in intuition, connection with source/spirit, and deep self intrigue (among other things). It is also common for people to wear these as necklaces to subconsciously focus on what they are trying to manifest withen their lives (e.g. peace, clarity, wealth, confidence etc.) often by aligning a crystal that holds the vibration of this intention.
Black Agate Benefits:
The earliest known uses date back to ancient Egypt, where it was considered a powerful stone with protective qualities. It was used in amulets and talismans and was believed to help ward off evil spirits and provide strength and courage to the wearer. It was also associated with fertility and promoted healthy childbirth.
Aligning to the heart, root and throat chakras, black agate has a strong connection to the Earth element, known for its grounding and stabilizing energies. It fosters a strong connection with the physical world and enhances feelings of security and stability within. Black Agate’s link to the Root and Earth Star Chakras form the foundation for grounding and connecting with Earth’s energies. Balancing these chakras allows you to experience an increased sense of security, stability, and inner strength. The color energies of the stone, primarily black and white (you'll see the incredible colour variance in each bead!), symbolize protection, balance, and purification. Black can absorb and transform negative energies, while white relates to purity, balance, and light.
In feng shui, practitioners associate Black Agate with the North direction, representing career, life path, and destiny. Placing Black Agate in this area of your space encourages personal growth, determination, and focus on your life purpose, making it great for manifesting work around professional success.
Stress Relief | Black Agate helps alleviate stress by grounding and stabilizing emotions. Place it in your palm or wear it as jewelry to feel its calming effects.
Enhances Inner Strength and Courage | Working with Black Agate boosts confidence and resilience by connecting you with your inner power.
Hold it during meditation or carry it with you for daily support.
Balances Energy | Using Black Agate harmonizes the yin and yang energies, promoting equilibrium. Keep it in your living or workspace to maintain a balanced atmosphere.
Protection Against Negative Energy | Black Agate absorbs and neutralizes negative energies, providing a shield against negativity. Wear it as a pendant or place it near your front door for protection.
Supports Physical Healing | Black Agate stimulates the body’s natural healing processes. Place it on affected areas of the body or use it during energy healing sessions.
Sandalwood Benefits:
Sandalwood is a proven relaxant, decreasing anxiety, calming the nervous system, and assisting with better quality sleep, making it a great mala to work with prior to bed. Its benefits are realised upon inhalation of the sweet woody fragrance or when absorbed through the skin through applying a *natural oil to your body, and allowing the beads to rest close to your skin. *disclouration may appear, so please be mindful if using these beads with oils.
Cleanse & Set Your Intention:
Your mala necklace has been personally cleansed with reiki energy, before being cleared under the light of a full moon, and endured a lengthy riverside stay next to the holy Ganges river in Rishikesh India. This is a very special piece, and to ensure it does what you really want it too, I suggest cleansing it with Palo Santo or White Sage (please see links or visit shop) and then sitting with it to feel into its energy, and how you want it to work for you!