India, Oct. 28 -- Rudraksha beads have a long history in yogic traditions, where people wear them as part of their spiritual practice. But their meaning goes beyond jewellery or religious identity. According to Sadhguru, these sacred beads can serve as a reminder to live with greater awareness and make conscious choices.

In a recent article, Sadhguru explains why the beads hold meaning for spiritual seekers. If you want to understand their place in spiritual life, here are the beliefs and traditions behind them.

Rudraksha refers to the dried seeds of the Elaeocarpus ganitrus tree. The word traditionally means "tears of Shiva" and connects the beads with Lord Shiva in Hindu spiritual traditions.

According to a legend shared by Sadhguru,...