The
history of Temezcals is lost in time…
More
than 20,000 years of history, the Mayas, the Toltecs and many others
used this to find balance. It was practised as a way to get close
to the cosmos. The Ancient Ones looked for a precise way to connect
the human body to cosmic energies to elevate the human quality. It
is a way to find balance and make more harmony within the social levels
of society, a harmony and balance through cosmic connections.
The
name Temezcal translates as the stone house where life is
protected. The Temezcal is a womb-like space where we can
go to be reborn. This is a sacred space that can clean us, whenever
we need cleaning. The Temezcal can heal mental, emotional, physical
and spiritual problems. There are 52 different forms of Temzecals
in the Mexihka tradition.
In the UK we are offering two different types: The Integration Temezcal
and the Healing Temezcal.
The
basic form of the Temezcal has never changed nor is it likely to change.
The principle elements that make up the essence of the Temezcal are
the fire, the stones, the water and the air. The fusion of these essential
elements results in the transformation of ourselves. We will have
a bigger heart, a stronger heart, a greater wish to be of service,
and a greater capacity to serve. In the Temezcal we give, the more
we give of ourselves the more we receive.
The
Integration Temezcal consists of a four round ceremony
to release from mind, body, emotions and spirit any aspect of ourselves
which is causing an imbalance. This is an opportunity to come closer
to ourselves, to share with others, and to be held by community while
we let go.
The
Healing Temezcal is a more individual experience.
The Temezcal will be run all day, with people entering at half-hour
intervals. Inside the patient will receive a Tlawayo (full body massage)
treatment, healing prayers, songs and be bathed in medicinal waters.
This is an excellent treatment for people dealing with strong or chronic
illnesses.
No
illness will ever occur as a result of the Temezcal. It always improves
health. Temezcal never harms only hugs. This makes us feel well, sharing
skin with skin, sharing sweat with Mother Earth. There we are connected,
together in the belly of Mother Earth.
