We live in a world that moves fast, demands more, and tells us: “Keep going.” “Push through.” “Don’t make a big deal out of it.” “Everyone is stressed — you’ll be fine.” And then one day… Your chest tightens. Your thoughts race. Your body starts buzzing like an alarm. And you think: “What is wrong with me?” So many of our students, clients, and community members walk through our doors apologizing for their anxiety — as if they’re broken, weak, or somehow failing at life. But

We’re trained to look at our mistakes, heartbreaks, losses, bad choices, embarrassments, and shattered dreams as proof that we’re “behind,” “ broken ,” or somehow “less than.” But what if those dark chapters weren’t disqualifications… What if they were apprenticeships? Think about it: The person who’s lived through betrayal has studied trust at graduate-level depth. The one who has lost everything has learned the sacred language of starting over. Those who have grieved know

This past week has been particularly special for for the Chacana Spiritual Center. On Sunday the 21st, we gathered as a community to create a beautiful Ayni Despacho to celebrate the Winter Solstice. As the sun stood still and we entered the shortest day of the year, we came together to honor the return of the light and plant the seeds of our intentions for the coming year. This ceremony held a deeper weight than usual, as it marked our last solstice celebration at our curren

A shamanic path for healing emotional wounds, fears, and trauma Many people come to spiritual work believing something is “wrong” with them. They feel broken, overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in repeating emotional patterns that seem to come from nowhere. From a shamanic perspective, this is not a personal failure—it is a sign that the soul is carrying unprocessed energy, memories, or wounds that are asking to be seen, honored, and healed. In the Andean lineage teachings I carr

From a shamanic perspective, prosperity is not something we chase—it is something we align with . In the ancient teachings of Earth-honoring traditions, abundance flows naturally when we live in right relationship with ourselves, with others, and with the unseen forces that move through all life. Many sensitive, heart-centered people are natural givers. They give time, energy, wisdom, resources, care, and emotional presence—often without hesitation. Yet when giving becomes im

In shamanic traditions, being rooted means more than feeling calm. It means your spirit is fully seated in your body, your nervous system feels safe, and your energy is in right relationship with the Earth. When we are rooted, life feels more manageable, decisions feel clearer, and emotions move through us instead of overwhelming us. Here are three simple, powerful shamanic practices you can use today to come back into your body, your breath, and your belonging on this Eart

In a world that often pressures men to be strong, silent, and self-sufficient, it’s easy to feel isolated. We are conditioned to "tough it out," to internalize our struggles, and to forgo the kind of deep, meaningful connections that truly nourish the spirit. But what if there was a different way? What if there was a place where strength was measured not by silence, but by the courage to speak your truth? At the Chacana Spiritual Center, we believe that the path to a balanced

Have you ever felt like your life had a hidden blueprint? A grand design that, if you could just read it, would make sense of your struggles, triumphs, and deepest desires? You may be sensing the presence of the Akashic Records. Often called the "Book of Life," the Akashic Records are a concept found in Theosophy, Anthroposophy, and various spiritual traditions. They are believed to be an energetic, non-physical library—a complete archive of every thought, word, action, and e

In modern language, we might call this dissociation, trauma response, or emotional shutdown. In the ancient, powerful world of shamanism, it

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