Episode 3. Mashkay Pacha · Cycles of Life with Puma Quispe Singona
Since being initiated by lightning at the age of 6, Puma Quispe Singona has been on his spiritual path and mission as a Paq’o, Andean Priest. His passion is rooted in the ancestral Incan teachings and continuing his grandfather Don Maximo’s legacy by sharing the ancient wisdom and medicine in his own unique, inspiring, and heartfelt way.
For many years he attended and facilitated International gatherings of Spiritual Leaders and Young Leaders with YES (Youth for Environmental Sanity). Puma is also a co-founder of Cusi Huayna, a cultural organization that teaches tradition to Quechua youth, and the founder of WILLCA, a cultural and healing center for youth in Chinchero.
You can explore Puma’s websites at: https://www.pumadventures.com/ and https://www.noqankani.com/
And, be sure to CLICK HERE to claim Puma's free gift to you — The Medicine of the Crystal.
Highlights & topics covered in this episode:
7:00 – Puma’s initiation by lightning at the age of 6 years old
10:40 – What is Mashkay Pacha?
12:50 – Why it is important to have initiations and rites of passage in our lives
19:15 – Can we ever know ourselves, completely?
21:45 – How can we be of the greatest service in our lives; how can we help others?
23:30 – Does everyone have a purpose?
27:15 – The Quechua word that means both “dance” and “battle” – And what this means for us
28:30 – How we can connect with the natural & indigenous cycles of rites of passage in our lives
33:20 – The Pachakutis, great cycles of time that are marked by the sacred sites and ancient temples
41:25 – Puma’s reflections and ancient wisdom on what is happening in the world today
44:05 – Pachamama, our sacred mother, and how she takes care of us
48:45 – How to tell if Pachamama is showing up in your dreams
51:05 – How we can strengthen our connection with our guides
And so much more!