Ceremony of Reciprocity
Last week, I had the honor of celebrating the birthday of one of my spiritual sisters in the mountains. As a medicine woman deeply rooted in indigenous practices, she invited us to partake in a Despacho Ceremony for this special occasion. While unfamiliar with the ritual, I embraced the opportunity wholeheartedly. The ceremony, a cherished tradition of the Incas from the Andean regions, holds the essence of reciprocity — an act of giving back to Mother Earth, Pachamama, as an expression of profound gratitude for the gifts she bestows upon us. Although my understanding was limited, I found myself immersed in this sacred experience, offering prayers for healing and harmony in our world.