At Peru Shamans, we keep these sacred practices alive and pass them on to others through real healing experiences led by native Andean shamans.
1. Ayni, or “Sacred Reciprocity,” was the basis of Inca healing.
The idea of Ayni is very important to Inca healing. In this case, it means balance or trade in which both parties are happy. The Incas thought that we can truly heal ourselves when we live in harmony with nature, the world, and ourselves.
In work that heals, ayni shows up as:
- Treat the Earth with respect (Pachamama)
- Thank you to the plant spirits and relatives
- Making gifts before you ask for healing
To connect the mind, body, and spirit, this balance is very important.
2. Energy and rituals can help heal the spirit
According to the Incas, sickness often starts in the spiritual or energetic area. If the soul is hurt or heavy, it can affect the body later on.
Ceremonies are how shamans, also known as paqos, clear and re-align psychic energy. Here are some important spiritual practices:
- Ceremony for Despacho: A holy gift for Pachamama and the Apus (mountain spirits). It brings peace back and asks for blessings.
- Getting Back Souls: When bad things happen, parts of the soul can get lost. Shamans help get these parts back so that the whole is restored.
- Readings from Coca Leaf: Coca leaves are used to read people’s brains, which helps to find out what’s wrong with the person’s soul and how to cure them.
These activities help to get rid of poor energy, free up chronic damage and connect a person with their heart and purpose.
3. Natural Medicines from the Andes to Heal the Body
The healing of the Incas respects the power of nature. Andes mountains are home to powerful healing plants, minerals, and ways of healing that have been passed down for many years.
- Medicinal Plants Muna: Helps with breathing and digestion
- Chaca Piedra: It is used to treat kidney stones and clean the body.
- Coca leaves: Have been used for energy, altitude sickness, and spiritual gifts for a long time.
- Plant Baths: Herbal baths clear the air, calm you down, and give you energy again. People use them before rituals or when they feel their energy is “heavy.”
These natural treatments are gentle on the body and help it cleanse, balance, and heal.
4. Healing the Mind: Letting Go of Feelings and Getting Clear
People think of mental and emotional pain as being cut off from nature or spirit. Talking isn’t the only way to heal the mind in Inca healing. Rituals, breath, movement, and plants are often more effective.
Some things that can help your mental health are:
- Sananga drops are used to calm down and get clear.
- Sacred songs, or icaros, can help change your mood and bring peace.
- When you meditate or spend time in nature, your mind becomes calm.
People can often get rid of deep inner pain and gain clarity by connecting spiritually with the shaman and getting help from them.
5. Ayahuasca: A Way to Get Well Deeply
Ayahuasca, a holy plant medicine made from Amazonian vines, is one of the most well-known parts of Inca medicine.
The plant Ayahuasca comes from the Amazon and is not native to the Incas. However, it is used by current Andean shamans because it can heal on many levels.
Advantages of rituals with Ayahuasca:
- Gets rid of mental blocks
- Gives ideas and dreams
- Gets in touch with your true self
- Helps the body and mind let go of trauma
We offer Ayahuasca rituals with trained shamans at Peru Shamans in safe and respectful places.
6. Why the Healer (Shaman or Paqo) Is Important
The healer in Inca medicine is more than just a person who knows how to do things. They are a link between places.
This is what a magician must do:
- Prepare and start your mental journey
- Keep your own balance and focus in mind.
- Be careful when you use prayers, chants, and plant friends.
Someone is not healed; rather, they are healed with the help of spirit, in a sacred relationship between the healer and the person being healed.
7. Interest in Inca healing today
People today want to heal in ways that go deeper than what traditional medicine can provide. Medicine from the Incas helps with:
- Mental health recovery
- Growth in spirit
- Getting in touch with nature and your cause
More and more people are going to Peru to experience these old ways, whether it’s through rituals, plant medicines, or energy work.
FAQs
Q1. Is Inca medicine safe?
Yes, its safe and very healing when done by skilled shamans. We put planning, integration, and safety first at Peru Shamans.
Q2. In what way does a despacho ritual work?
Despatach making is a way of honoring Pachmama and souls. It is made with flowers, seeds and sacred things to cure unity.
Q3. Do I need to learn Quechua or Spanish to take part?
Not at all. There are translators at our rituals, and a lot of the healing is done through energy and symbols, not words.
Q4. What should I expect from an Ayahuasca ceremony?
You will be led by a trained magician in a holy place. You can expect strong insights, spiritual experiences, and deep emotional release.
Q5. How do I get ready for a vacation to heal?
We give you complete instructions on what to bring, how to prepare your diet and how to prepare emotionally. To get a deep and safe experience, you need to prepare.
Conclusion
The Incas taught us that we are more than just our bodies and minds. They said that we are energy, spirit, and a part of nature. When all of our parts work together, we are truly healed.
We honour these old customs at Peru Shamans and offer safe, polite places for people to change. Inca medicine may be the answer you’ve been looking for if you want to heal your mind, body, and spirit.
