Munda Malas
The skull is a prominent icon in Buddhist stories and traditions because it symbolizes impermanence; everything changes.
Life and death are both part of the cosmic cycle and therefore should be equally embraced.
The skull is symbolic of the false personas and masks we present to the world which hinder discovery of our true nature.
Meditating with a Munda Mala can remind us of our mortality and impermanence, allowing us to better appreciate the present moment.