Waist beads are commonly used to gauge changes in weight. Rather than step on a scale, people can use waist beads to stay aware of any weight gain or loss in the abdomen. Waist beads don’t stretch. If you were to gain weight, the beads will sit higher on the waist or feel tight.
Also to know is, does Waist Beads shape your body?
Measurements and Body Shaping
It is said that the beads shape your body and keep the waist small and hips accentuated. It was (and still is) used as a measurement tool. The beads do not stretch, so if/when the waist beads start to feel a little tight, it’s a sign that there was some weight gain, and vice versa.
In this manner, are waist beads evil?
In some African cultures, waist beads are worn to show maturity and growth. … Though some people wear waist beads for protection against evil eyes and negative energy (most waist beads that contain chakras and crystals are used for this), others wear it as a fashion accessory.
What do black waist beads mean?
Power and protection
What do beads symbolize?
Beads, whether sewn on apparel or worn on strings, have symbolic meanings that are far removed from the simplistic empiricism of the Western anthropologist. They, or pendants, may for instance be protective, warding off evil spirits or spells, or they can be good luck charms.
How tight should Waist Beads be?
Waist bead are traditionally worn low and loosely along the hips. If you want to track weight loss you would start your beads up higher on your waist, with the goal of them dropping down to your hips. You do not need to wear them tightly to gauge your progress.
How do I choose my waist beads?
Count to 3 and open your eyes and identify the first color your eyes see on the chart. This is the chakra that may be blocked, overactive or underactive. Read the descriptions for the color/chakra and choose your waist beads BELOW in that color that call to you! Time to choose your Chakra Color!
