To most people, the Daruma just looks like a round red doll with a serious face. But there's a lot behind it. These are a few things we learned along the way that really stuck with us.
1. The One-Eyed Tradition
You don’t paint both eyes. When you set a goal, you fill in just one. The other stays blank until you get there. It’s a simple way to keep yourself in check — something about that blank eye staring back at you helps you stay on track.
2. It Won’t Stay Down
The bottom is weighted, so when it gets knocked over, it pops back up. That’s not a design choice — it’s the point. It ties to an old saying: “Fall down seven times, get up eight.” We’ve felt that. you probably have too.
3. The Monk Behind the Design
The shape and look are based on Bodhidharma — a monk who supposedly meditated in one spot for nine years. Didn’t move. The doll has no arms or legs because of that story. The eyes are wide open. It’s all about focus and staying still, even when everything else is moving.
Why We Made the Daruma Amulet
We liked what the Daruma stood for. So we made something you could wear, keep close. It’s not flashy. Just something simple to remind you to keep going — even when it’s hard. That message means a lot to us. Maybe it will for you too. Daruma Amulet
