1.Chanting openly, this is described as the least effective, one is advised not to follow this,
2.Chanting by moving the lips with no sound emanating.
3.Do the Japa mentally.This is highly recommended and is most effective.
4.Select any Mantra or Name of God, preferably that given to you by your Guru, and repeat it from 108 to 1,080 times daily .
5. Always keep your Guru-Mantra a secret.
6.Take a bath , perform Sanshyavandan before doing Japa.
7. The early morning period (Brahmamuhurta) and dusk is the most favourable time for Japa and meditation.![]()
