about temazcal
Our History
A temazcal is a traditional Mesoamerican sweat lodge, used for physical, mental, and spiritual purification. The term “temazcal” comes from the Nahuatl words temaz (steam) and calli (house), meaning “house of steam.” It has been used for centuries by indigenous cultures in Mexico and Central America as a place for healing and connection with nature.
Benefits of the Body and Spirit
•Detoxification: The intense heat inside the temazcal promotes sweating, which helps eliminate toxins from the body through the skin.
•Improved Circulation: The heat stimulates blood flow, benefiting cardiovascular health and oxygen delivery to tissues.
•Respiratory Health: The steam, often infused with herbs, clears the lungs, nasal passages, and sinuses.
•Relaxation and Stress Relief: The heat and meditative environment promote relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety.
•Spiritual Cleansing: The temazcal is considered a sacred space where participants can release negative energies, emotions, and past traumas, fostering emotional healing.
Mother’s Womb
- The temazcal is symbolically connected to Mother Earth and is seen as a representation of the mother’s womb. Entering the temazcal is like returning to the womb of the Earth, where participants undergo a rebirth process. The darkness, heat, and nurturing environment mimic the experience of being in the womb, symbolizing purification, transformation, and new beginnings. After emerging, participants often feel spiritually renewed.