Japa is the Soulful repetition of a prayer, a mantra , or a word that comforts you, and you have faith in. You say this word out loud, over and over again, leaving a small space between each repetition. You may use counting beads or count on your fingers, but feel free of a goal as the purpose is to just know the thought that comes next, which in this exercise is the word PEACE.....give it a try.