The Mayan culture contains profound ancestral knowledge that is still alive and practiced daily. The sacred calendar, tobacco, fire, and cacao are tools used by indigenous communities of Mesoamerica to be in constant communication with the elements of nature and the divine creator.

The Mayan elder Nana Marina is a healer of the Tz’utujil tradition of Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. Nana Marina has been sharing the Mayan traditions and knowledge with our generation, reminding us that our connection to the ancestral roots and Mother Earth can have a profound impact on our modern lives.

The intention of the weekend experience is to share the importance of keeping ancestral wisdom and sacred plants alive. 

This weekend immersive offers us the opportunity to experience the ancestral knowledge so we continue to awaken our hearts and bring clarity to our lives, supporting our healing and clarify our intentions to balance our path. 

Some of the topics that will be covered:

-Mayan Sacred Calendar

-Overview of Calendar, Nahuales, and the representation we each carry.

-About the T’zutujil civilization and about the sacred land that is being purchased- why is it important for the T’zutujil to acquire back the land?

-Sacred Cacao. Rituals done with Cacao, understanding why this is such a sacred food for the Mayas.

-Cacao Ceremony

-Sacred Tobacco- why do so many indigenous communities consider tobacco a sacred offering?

Limited space available so please contact us to reserve your spot. 

**The funds raised from this retreat will be used to purchase sacred land of the Tz’utujil community that was taken from their ancestors during the invasion. 

Time: 

December 14th 10am-4pm

December 15th 10am-4pm

RSVP Necessary

Cost: $300-400 sliding scale. The $100 is for your deposit, please bring the rest cash.

Contact: fridmanflorencia@gmail.com