Have you ever wondered why you experience emotions the way you do? The Emotional Fast is a six-episode series of the Mongata Podcast that will help you answer that question and use the tools you have within yourself to transform and embrace them. Join us for the Emotional Fast on Thursdays and accompanying meditations on Sundays this spring.

Most people wake up feeling stressed, anxious, tired, having ruminating thoughts about what has to get done and then let’s not forget the negative thoughts. Usually when we’re coming out of sleep we get going by thinking about what has to get done during the day. But what if there is a different, kinder, gentler way of unfolding into your day? A Morning Practice taps into the immense power of wholistic movement, meditation, and breathwork which brings energy and vitality to your day, calms the mind, and strengthens the body.

Coming into Practice is the process of rediscovering who we are at a core level. Unearthing this part of us will bring us into a deeper connection with other people.

Practice is the opening of the heart so that you can feel joy and happiness, as well as sadness and sorrow, without shutting down. It is the opening of the mind to have the awareness that includes everything and excludes nothing. It is the recognition that we are all the same.

Here’s a list of ideas to nurture yourself with, and remember though I’ve used the number 23 there is no need to watch the clock. The idea is to feed you mind, body, and soul every minute, every day, every week of the next year.

Happy Winter Solstice. Taking a pause on the shortest day of the year for reflection and renewal.

Breathwork Classes are Here!!!

Mongata Breathwork Class experience is a powerful journey into self-inquiry, clearing trauma, transforming the past, releasing stress, increasing energy, all while using the power of your breath.

Each breathwork class is curated around a theme, each with its own signature composed playlist.

Heritage Inspirations has developed incredibly poignant experiences designed to connect guests to the stillness of the New Mexico land, the cadence of ancient practices, and the sanctuary of self-discovery. Their 3-night, 4-day High Desert Wellness Retreat, will be held southwest of Abiquiu, in the Chama river basin. Nestled on a 52-acre homestead of Casita de Arrebol, will be the hub of our clamping experience. This thoughtfully appointed and sustainably designed strawbale Bed and Breakfast provides a kitchen, restrooms, and a space for evening fires, while the expansive property and state-of-the-art glamping tents will welcome you home in an otherworldly, remote landscape.

Breathe & Become (Oct. 13 - Nov. 10) is a 4-part course that offers an opportunity to embark on a profound journey into self-healing through breathwork. Mongata Founder, Valarie Budayr, will teach various breathing patterns for specific healing purposes paired with well-curated activities, and immersive exercises, combined with breathwork journeys creating powerful and impactful change.

Gratitude isn’t just a list we run down in our minds or journals but when done as a highly elevated emotion, impacts our bodies, minds, and epigenetic to arrive at a new outcome of healing and wholeness.

GRAND OPENING WEEK! Beginning this Monday, September 19th - Sunday, September 25th we will be celebrating the opening of Mongata Healing Center, located in the heart of #SantaFe! ✨

We invite you to celebrate the occasion by attending our Healing Circle and Breath & Sound experience led by Mongata Founder, Valarie Budayr. As well as FREE 30 minute Private Sessions.

Prune Harris has decided to share her insights about soul colour with the world. She’s just created a new book called What is the colour of your soul? And the great news is that she’s offering a copy for free!

We live in a society that is seemingly always on edge and forever poised to be offended. Instead of joining in, remember the second rule of The Four Agreements and keep being fabulous YOU.

At Mongata, there is no one size fits all, no gurus. You are the guru of your life and healing. We are practitioners with personal paths and practices who will help you find your path and process to healing.

August is a month full of FREE events and private sessions at Mongata Healing Center, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Come take a look and sign up for something. We’re happy to welcome you into the studio space.

On July 25th I have the great honor of being one of the speakers on the Real Talk Series for Women! We'll be discussing how trauma impacts women and how to heal from it.

FREE To All: Please join us for a traditional healing ceremony for all who are in need. July 27th 6 pm Santa Fe New Mexico

It’s a July Reset! It’s a chance to spend the next 30 days honoring our mental health and well-being.

Water has the power to remember, heal, comfort, and nourish. Use this natural resource wisely and with great respect.

Happy Midsummer. Today is the longest day of the year, the day when the sun stands still. Included in this post is a crystal bowl sound meditation.

What if, during this month of love, we work on capturing our memories and looking at ourselves with new eyes? What if, we look at ourselves with the goals of discovery and remember what makes us uniquely special?