Rules to Wear Rudraksha | Rudraksha Do’s and Don’t’s

All scriptures confirm that Rudraksha can be worn by anyone regardless of their age, caste, gender, religion and/or creed. There are some suggestions in scripture for those who wear Rudraksha like adopting a Sattvic lifestyle but these are recommendation and not compulsions. Wearing Rudraksha influences a person to become more Sattvic, thoughts and heart rate stabilizes to make the individual calmer. Below are a few recommendations to derive the best results from wearing Rudraksha.

• It is recommended to wear Rudraksha 24/7 even while sleeping for best results as per RRCT (Formerly known as Rudraksha Ratna Chakra Therapy). This should be done at least for the first two weeks, to align your rudraksha with your body’s energy. Thus, Can we wear rudraksha while sleeping? Yes.

• Do not apply any harsh chemicals like soaps, detergents, shampoos, insecticides, or pesticides to your Rudraksha.

•    You may remove Rudraksha briefly while showering to avoid letting soap, bodywash, or shampoo enter the Rudrakshas. You may wear them while bathing; however, make sure to wash the Rudrakshas with water after.

•    Do not condition your Rudraksha with Ghee & Milk for 24 hours as recommended by some internet Gurus. This is not mentioned in any Shastras and increases the chances of Rudraksha being infected with insects and pests.

•    When removing and wearing again your rudraksha mala, chant the mantra ‘Om Namah Shivay’ at least three times to show respect for the beads.

•    Some people prefer to remove their Rudraksha beads during intimate moments with their partners or while going to the bathroom, however this is not mandatory and there is not restriction whatsoever mentioned in the ancient Scriptures.

•    It is advised to remove Rudraksha while visiting a cemetery or during the death of a family member or while performing Shraadh rituals (Last Rites)
•    Avoid touching Rudraksha with dirty hands. If you unintentionally touch your rudraksha beads with unclean hands, it is recommended to cleanse them with Ganga Jal or Water.

•    If for some reason you cannot wear your rudraksha, place it in a dry & clean box. You can also keep it inside your fridge so it is protected from insects and pests.

•    It is important to always purchase rudraksha using your own funds rather than relying on borrowed money from others. Similarly, this principle applies when offering Dakshina to Pandits after Rudraksha Pran Prathistha.

•    It is recommended to use a strong thread when attaching the rudraksha. Alternatively, you can use multiple strands of thread to ensure its strength and prevent any risk of the thread breaking and the rudraksha falling to the ground.

•    Ensure the optimal energy of your rudraksha bead or mala by performing its Pran Prathistha puja (procedure of energization) annually during the auspicious time of Maha Shivaratri.

•    Avoid sharing your Rudraksha beads with others (including blood relatives), but if you really want to gift your Rudraksha to someone else, make sure you do not wear it for at least two weeks, reenergize it, and then give it to that person.

•    Rudraksha may crack in dry climates so it is advised to apply any natural vegetable oil on them, apply one drop and gently massage it over the outer layer of the bead.

•    Keep your Rudraksha clean & healthy. Regularly check for white spots, fungus, molds, insects. If Rudraksha has been infected dip it in lukewarm water for 15 to 20 mins. Apply some unscented natural vegetable oil & scrub it using a toothbrush. Wash it well under running water. Dry it in Sunlight or using a clean hair dryer. Keep it in the fridge or freezer for a couple of days.

•    You do not need to perform elaborate pujas every day to energize your beads, however chanting the Beej Mantra of your rudraksha bead as per its mukhi or Shiva Mantras is recommended to get in tune with the energy of Rudraksha.

•    You can consume non-vegetarian food and even alcohol while wearing Rudraksha beads. There will be no side or negative effects because of this. However, your ability to absorb the positive effects of Rudraksha may be reduced so it is advisable to adopt a Sattvic Lifestyle while wearing Rudraksha beads.

•    If the Rudrakshas are broken or damaged, they should not be worn. To safely dispose Rudraksha bury them in the ground or submerge them in a natural body of water.
•    If you break or damage your Rudraksha unintentionally, do not worry there will be no side or negative effects. However never ever intentionally disrespect or desecrate Rudraksha

•    Rudraksha beads can be worn by everybody irrespective of age, sex, religion, caste, creed or color.

•    Women can wear Rudraksha. Women can wear Rudraksha even during their menstrual cycle (periods)

•    Children of any age can wear Rudraksha beads.

•    Although it is not necessary you can get your Rudraksha energized from Local Shiva temple on auspicious days like Mahashivratri, Shravan or Masik Shivratri. You can even choose a Monday. If you buy Rudraksha from Rudra Centre it will be energized before it is shipped to you so you can simply start wearing them as soon as you receive them.

Rudraksha has been worn by saints and yogis for thousands of years, under all sorts of adverse climates and conditions. It is important to highlight that the authentic Scriptures do not impose much restrictions on how or who should wear rudraksha. But given the particularities of modern life and people's exposure to chemicals and negative surroundings, as well as for practical purposes of care, the above rules for rudraksha have been given.

How to Choose Rudraksha? Rudraksha Buying Guide

To choose Rudraksha beads effectively, it is important to carefully consider the properties of the beads and select the ones that align closely with your personal desires, intentions and needs.

The properties and vibrations of different rudraksha beads vary depending on their mukhis or faces, so you can wear either a single bead of a particular mukhi or a combination of different mukhis for added properties and power. It depends on whether you want to complement or enhance the power of the bead you already wore by adding more Rudraksha beads to your combination.

It is not uncommon for individuals to seek out an appropriate rudraksha bead in consideration of astrological factors, such as their birth chart; and certain companies frequently promote this idea. On the other hand, we advise searching for a suitable rudraksha primarily on the basis of personal concerns and receiving a personalized recommendation in accordance to Rudraksha Ratna Chakra Therapy (RRCT) developed by Sakhashree Neeta.

Our RRCT experts are highly skilled in identifying the chakras that require attention and selecting the appropriate combination of rudraksha for healing and unblocking energy centers. Our Rudra Centre experts have been providing personalized recommendations for Rudraksha beads for many years, taking into account each individual's unique circumstances and requirements. If you'd like, you can schedule a consultation with our team. They will determine the best combination of rudraksha for you.

Once the best RRCT combination has been determined, other approaches such as astrology, meditation practice, or psychological counseling can be used to supplement but not replace the primary diagnostic tool which is based on chakra analysis and RRCT consultation.

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Wearing Rudraksha for the First Time

You can wear Rudraksha from Rudra Centre right away without any prior procedure. Our Rudraksha beads are shipped blessed and energized. However, it's important to note that Rudraksha beads are naturally divine and possess their own properties. They do not require human intervention to be effective.

Conditioning Rudraksha beads by soaking them in ghee or milk before wearing them is unnecessary and may dull the natural luster of the beads. It also promotes the growth of insects, pests, and bacteria that deteriorate the bead. This method of consecration is not mentioned in any Shastra, despite its recent promotion by some internet gurus. Rudraksha is a natural agricultural product that must be properly cleaned when needed only, with no unnecessary extra procedures.

When you hold the Rudraksha beads in your hand for the first time, you can feel their vibrations right away. Rudraksha pulses and vibrates with energy like a living thing. It has so much miraculous energy that it can give you almost anything. For this reason, we recommend that you hold your rudraksha in the palm of your hand after receiving it and think about the intention for which you are wearing it, emphasizing this moment as a key turning point in your life. You can chant the beeja mantra of your rudraksha or “Om Namah Shivaye”, to tune yourself to receiving the blessings of the beads.

Note that chanting mantras is not compulsory for the beads to show their effect on you, but this process brings about change in your vibrations so that you draw in their energy more effectively in your aura chakra system, and become more calmer and resonate deeply with them.

Rudraksha tends to become darker with use due to natural body oils, moisture and other environmental factors; this is natural process and indicates that the Rudraksha beads are merging with your individual energy and vibrations.
Remember, if you want to maximize the benefits derived from wearing Rudraksha, you should wear it as per RRCT, day and night, even while sleeping, and follow healthy habits such as a sattvic diet and  practices such as yoga, mantra chanting, meditation or other holistic practices that promote introspection.

Once Rudraksha have been worn, they activate and get in resonance with the human body. Nepali Rudraksha take around 3-4 days & Java Rudraksha take around 10-12 Days of continuous wearing to activate. During this time your thought process will become streamlined & you will feel calmer. Measurable results will be observed over months of usage as your Rudraksha starts balancing your Chakras.

How to derive Maximum results from Rudraksha

After decades of extensive research and study on the properties of Rudraksha and gemstones, Sakhashree Neeta developed an innovative therapy to maximize the benefits of wearing rudraksha in a shorter period of time. Originally known as Rudraksha Ratna Chakra Therapy (RRCT), Rudraksha Ratna Chakra Therapy (RRCT) represents a holistic approach to healing and well-being, integrating the therapeutic properties of Rudraksha beads and natural gemstones (Ratna) that combines different Mukhi Rudraksha beads with gemstones in a patented stringing method to target and heal various Chakras.

RRCT offers a unique combination of Rudraksha and gemstones, along with a specific wearing methodology tailored to individual needs. This methodology considers not only the emotional and physical aspects but also the energetic concerns of each person. By wearing the Rudraksha and gemstone combinations according to this method, individuals can harness the full potential of these natural gemstones and rudraksha to balance the body's energy centers.

Once you begin wearing Rudraksha according to Rudraksha Ratna Chakra Therapy (RRCT), you will notice its effects on your chakras in a relatively short period, typically within 3 to 8 days. Once the Rudraksha beads establishes its connection with your energy centers, you will observe changes in various aspects of your life.  Within the first 10 days of wearing it, you may experience a noticeable difference in both your emotional and physical well-being.

The RRCT combinations are designed to address Chakra blockages effectively, leading to improvements in physical and mental health, spiritual growth, and overall success in life. By aligning with the natural laws of life, individuals can experience greater harmony and fulfillment.

Therefore, we recommend wearing Rudraksha as per RRCT, day and night, even while sleeping, and follow healthy habits such as a sattvic diet and  practices such as yoga, mantra chanting, meditation or other holistic practices that promote introspection.