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About Sacred Journeys

WE ARE ABOUT LIVING IN AWARENESS
THERE IS ONLY AWARENESS.
Awareness helps us to access the inner teacher who guides us through change and back to wholeness.
Most human beings want to achieve greater success, more happiness and deeper intimacy.
To accomplish these things requires a presence, a motivation and an awareness of what must change.
You have the power to change your reality.
What are you ready to change?
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OUR LINEAGE
Sacred Journeys is founded in an ancient lineage of knowledge and teachings known as Medicine Wheels inherited from the Twisted Hairs Elders, a select group of indigenous teachers and healers from North, South and Central America (known as Turtle Island).  

This form of shamanism demonstrates an intimate and profound understanding of science, nature, psychology and physiology – all the ingredients that equip us with the most efficient way to wake up, claim the best of ourselves and carry that excellence forward.

Twisted Hairs were medicine women and men who dedicated their lives to the pursuit of knowledge from all sources and all walks of life. They walked a path of beauty and integrity and were respected for their wisdom and power. 

To them, hair represented knowledge, so rather than only working within a single tradition they devoted themselves to travelling Turtle Island, braiding and weaving their knowledge and understanding of the world. They open-heartedly shared this knowledge with those committed to seeking balance, harmony and healing.

This sacred knowledge of the universal laws, the human psyche, ancient healing techniques, alignment and communication with the elements of nature, ceremonial alchemy, controlled dreaming and spiritual awakening has been handed down from teacher to student for thousands of years and endured the test of time.

We are honoured to be a part of this Twisted Hairs Lineage and it is our privilege to uphold this tradition by sharing the knowledge, wisdom and ceremonies with you, with the same integrity and spirit that our teachers had when they shared the teachings with us.

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OUR FACILITATORS
Worldweaver
To sum up, Lou Worldweaver’s multifaceted skills and mastery in a wide range of fields is to call him an artist. Whether he’s teaching students, leading a ceremony, cooking a meal, having a conversation or making love, Lou engages with them all as artistic expressions of one’s beauty. He has made it his life’s mission to weave beauty into his life as well as empowering others to do the same for themselves.
Weaving Willow
Laurel Weaving Willow is a medicine woman. She honours & celebrates her role as a mother, daughter, sister, lover, mentor & teacher. She weaves healing medicine into the fabric of all life, sharing the wisdom of her womb through the mantle of the matriarch. She is able to direct one’s attention to the heart of the matter, to see what needs to be seen, feel what needs to be felt & heal the wounding deep within.
THE CENTRE

Not all our offerings are held at our homebase Retreat and Training Centre in KwaZulu Natal.
As our Twisted Hairs Elders before us, we are also travellers, movers and shakers - so we have the priveledge of going where spirit and the people need us.
If you would like to discuss hosting us, feel free to connect.

Situated in the picturesque Valley of a 1000 Hills midway between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, the Centre offers a sanctuary away from the busy-ness of the world so you can focus on YOU.
There are no televisions, radios, magazines or electronic devices and cellphones are strongly discouraged. This means outside distractions are limited, allowing you the time to immerse yourself in your personal journey and bask in the healing energy that this sacred ceremonial land offers you.
The Centre offers a large open plan teaching space, communal kitchen, indoor ablutions, 5 simple and comfy bedrooms sleeping a total of 12 and a magickal outdoor shower. 
The medicine gardens are lovingly tended around the Centre, and just beyond the buildings you can walk into acres of natural bush that sings with an abundance of bird, plant and mineral life.

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THE MEDICINE WHEEL GARDENS
Surrounding the Centre, you will find our unique medicine wheel gardens, who have much to share with you. You can either explore the gardens on your own, or use one of our guided ceremonies.

Wind yourself into the Tapu’At Labyrinth (meaning  “Mother-Child”) as you feel her rhythm of new life springing up inside you. Spiralling into her centre, you will meet Grandfather Baobab, who gently whispers his song of wisdom.  

Lighten your spirit by playing with the faeries in the Tolilaqui Garden or let the sound of the trickling waters flow intimately into your heart. Align to the heartbeat of the earth as you step into the welcoming embrace of the Women’s Garden.

Harmonize yourself with this open air orchestra as you merge your senses with the exquisite sunsets and the breathtaking views of the valley. Learn to silence your mind and take command of your inner world as you listen to and learn from the outer world.

The Flowering Tree Ceremony guides you around the medicine wheel so you can identify what is holding you back from fully manifesting your Dream.  

The Medicine Wheel Walk Ceremony opens doorways to each direction of the wheel so you can look into the different aspects of your self and reclaim the lost parts of your wholeness.  

The Nature Walk Talk Ceremony creates an opportunity to communicate with and listen to the worlds of Grandmother Earth: the minerals, plants, animals and humans. Walk and talk with these worlds, allowing them to become your teachers and guides.

We invite you to give us a call so you can come and visit us to experience one of these simple yet profound ceremonies.

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You can work with us in many ways - in person or online, individually, as a couple or in a small group.
No matter how; our personal approach ensures your greatest outcome as we interweave these ancient teachings, ceremonies and rites of passage to restore balance.
Let's begin with a personal connection, schedule a free video-call and let's see where the journey leads.


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The Centre hosts regular community gatherings and shamanic experiences. These are a great way to forge deeply meaningful connections and share space with other like-minded seekers as we foster kindness, mutual respect and consideration as a conscious community. 


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Our courses and events 
incorporate a variety of experiences to provide you with profound healing, transformational growth, personal development & holistic wellness. They include teachings by skilled facilitators, tools for application, hands-on learning opportunities, integration exercises, purification processes & ceremonial components.


COURSES & EVENTS
take a 2 minute walk through the centre