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Limpias and Plantitas that Can Support Mental Health

erikabuenaflorMay 30, 2023

by erikabuenaflorMay 30, 20230664

Erika Buenaflor is a modern-day curandera who utilizes her vast experience in curanderismo, and knowledge of ancient Mesoamerican shamanism to reveal how this sacred wisdom can help people heal holistically. She’s published several books on curanderismo and is the founder...

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Digame: Erika Buenaflor is Amplifying Curanderismo & Spirituality

Virginia IsaadJanuary 31, 2023March 16, 2023

by Virginia IsaadJanuary 31, 2023March 16, 202302387

Digame is a monthly series featuring prominent Latinx leaders, activists, entrepreneurs, and public figures uplifting the community and making a difference. Erika Buenaflor has 20+ years of practicing as a curandera, mentoring with curanderx in the Maya Yucatecan jungle, and studying...

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5 Easy & Effective Self-Care Limpia Practices According to a Curandera

Virginia IsaadJune 13, 2022June 13, 2022

by Virginia IsaadJune 13, 2022June 13, 2022023882

Erika Buenaflor is a modern-day curandera who utilizes her vast experience in curanderismo, and knowledge of ancient Mesoamerican shamanism to reveal how this sacred wisdom can help people heal holistically. She’s published several books on curanderismo and is the founder...

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How Curanderismo is Helping Me Cope With Coronavirus Anxiety

Mariela RosarioApril 21, 2020July 24, 2020

by Mariela RosarioApril 21, 2020July 24, 2020011007

“Tonantzin, do your work. Transform this anxiety into calm and peace.” My teacher called on the Aztec goddess of sacred earth and placed her palms together and finished her online meditation with the word “Omateotl.” I watched on my phone...