The Vibe Edit

Feeling heavy or overwhelmed by the world? This Vibe Edit explores Saucha, nervous system care, and a simple breath practice to clear the mind and soften the heart.

On my most recent trip, I sat down with Nestor, the lead teacher of the Mizata English Academy, to talk about the deeper work happening here — the kind of work your retreat spot helps nourish. This conversation wasn’t just an interview. It was a reminder of why I am committed to leading retreats that don't simply “drop in,” enjoy the land, and leave. Our intention is to be in authentic relationship with the community — to give back in ways that are tangible, long-term, and le

I sat in the Great Hall of the National Building Museum with my body planted on the ground and my heart somewhere between Washington, D.C. and the lands my ancestors once walked in Ecuador and Nicaragua.

So many voices have been whispering and shouting, “I believe in you.” Those words have become a bridge—carrying me from vision into reality, and inviting our community to cross the threshold with me.

When we gather in sacred spaces, we often expect inner transformation—a shift in perspective, a deep exhale, a return to self. What I...

I found myself returning again and again to my daughters, to the world I want to help create for them—and for the generations that come after. A world where peace is not an afterthought but a practice. A world where our children are affirmed in their belonging. My vision is rooted in legacy: for my daughters, for my future grandchildren, and for the lineage I carry forward.