A mala is a necklace or bracelet with 108 beads separated by knots.
The knots are infused with wishes, prayers, intentions or visualizations.
The making of a mala is a meditative and healing process in itself that can bring joy and peace to the person knotting and creating the necklace. It is a great tool for meditation, relaxation and self-soothing.

The repetitive knotting and counting of beads occupies the "monkey mind" (the critical mind, the distractor, the doubter, the negative inner voice) that interferes with our connection to our sense of peace and self love.