Mantra, Meditation and Mala Making Workshop

Teacher – Carol Fountain with assistants, Frankie Fajardo and Mariam Meza Saturday, July 1310:00am - 2:30pm  About this Event  Join us for an introduction to mala making and learn how to use a Buddhist mala in conjunction with mantra meditation to improve your peace of mind, compassion, and wisdom. Enjoy a peaceful Saturday exploring this traditional art by making your own mala to take home with you. This workshop is suitable for everyone, whether you are an experienced practitioner or a complete beginner. Everyone Welcome!  What is a Mala?  A Mala is a string of beads used to count prayers or mantra recitations. This is a simple practice that easily connects us with the good qualities of all enlightened beings and helps us to realize our highest potential. For Buddhist practitioners, their mala is a very precious and meaningful object.  What are Mantras?  Mantra is a Sanskrit word, literally meaning ‘mind protection’. Mantra gives our mind focus and purity and so we are protected fro