Regenerative Rising Reviews "The Spirit of the Glacier Speaks"

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In The Spirit of the Glacier Speaks: Ancestral Teachings of the Andean World for the Time of Natural Disorder, Arkan Lushwala offers an invitation to connect with the ancient wisdom of the Indigenous Andean peoples. Raised with a profound connection to the traditions of the Indigenous Andean peoples, Arkan was chosen from a young age to uphold and transmit their ancient wisdom. He is a healer and a ceremonial leader, and his spiritual journey spans continents. One of his homes is situated in the Sacred Valley of Cusco, Peru, where he is a member of the Indigenous Community of Ccotataki. He has also called New Mexico home, collaborating closely with elders from North American tribes in efforts aimed at healing both individuals and the Earth herself.

In a time marked by urgent environmental and social crises, Arkan suggests that true solutions may lie not in technological advancements alone, but in a profound cultural shift — one rooted in understanding our interwoven nature with our fellow humans, the natural world, and the realms of ancient tradition and spirituality. Arkan builds a poetic bridge of understanding between our modern mindset and ancient Andean wisdom — a roadmap to liberate and recalibrate our minds. This emphasis struck a resonant chord with our team at Regenerative Rising, aligning specifically with the Principle of Emergent/Potential. We believe that each of us has the ability to embody our untapped potential and transform our communities through conscious effort and listening closely to the wisdom of those who have lived this truth for thousands of generations before us.

The Spirit of the Glacier Speaks serves as a powerful guidepost in our journey towards a more regenerative future, reminding us that by opening our minds and embracing the vast reservoir of possibility within us, we can contribute meaningfully to the regeneration of our planet and the strengthening of human and planetary flourishing. Arkan's work exemplifies how ancient wisdom can inform and inspire contemporary solutions, urging us to embody our potential and manifest positive change in our communities and beyond.

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