How to Start Mantra Sadhana (Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step)

If you’re new, don’t overcomplicate it. Consistency beats intensity.

Step 1: Choose One Mantra and Stay With It

Pick a mantra that resonates with your ishta devata (chosen deity) or your spiritual path. Avoid changing mantras frequently—depth comes from repetition over time.

If you received a mantra from a Guru, stick to that. If you haven’t, start with a simple, safe, devotional mantra and build discipline first.

Step 2: Fix a Time and Place

Early morning is ideal, but your best time is the time you’ll actually do it daily.
Create a small, clean corner for practice.

Step 3: Start Small (108 Once Daily)

A simple start:

• 1 mala (108) per day for 21 days
  Then increase gradually:

• 2 malas

• 4 malas

• 8 malas (advanced consistency)

Step 4: Add a Simple Sankalpa (Intention)

Example:
“May this mantra sadhana purify my mind and strengthen my devotion.”

Step 5: Close Properly

Sit quietly for 1–2 minutes after japa. Let the vibration settle. Offer gratitude.

Best Japa Count: 108, 1008, or More?

In mantra practice, numbers are used to build discipline and spiritual momentum:

• 108 = standard daily baseline

• 1008 = deeper sādhana, often for special phases

• 11 malas / 21 malas / 41 days / 48 days = structured spiritual commitments

But the real “count” is not only beads—it’s quality + consistency.