"When the winds blow very strongly against us, when difficulties are very strong against us, we can fly higher. That’s what I learned from the condor. The condor waits until there’s a strong wind against him, because he’s the largest bird in the world, and when there’s a strong wind against him, he throws himself in the void and flies higher."
Don Alverto Taxo
Don Alverto Taxo is a master Iachak* of the Atis (Kichwa) people from the Cotopaxi region of Ecuador. He was given the highest honor of Master Iachak by the Shamanic Council of South America. He generously shares ancient Andean wisdom and practices with people who seek happiness, balance and fulfillment. Through simple habits and practices in daily life, he teaches us to feel the sacredness of each moment and every place. More...
*A "Iachak" is someone who embodies and shares the wisdom of his tradition for the benefit of others, acting as spiritual guide, healer and leader of the community.
News
Loma de Ensueños—Hillside of Dreams
A land reclamation project and transformational community now being created in Don Alverto's ancestral area near Mt. Cotopaxi in Ecuador
You're invited to participate: there are many ways to be part of this beautiful vision. Watch the video and visit HillsideOfDreams.org.
New! December 2009 Loma update video
Watch it at the Loma de Ensueños website.
Ushai Oil: Aromas and Energy of the Andes
Personally made by Don Alverto, this fragrant oil is infused with plants and flowers from the Andes, and carries with it the heart-centered energy of the Condor. Use as you feel moved to, for personal balance, healing and connection.
Books & Recordings by Taita Iachak Alverto Taxo
Friendship with the Elements: Opening the Channnels of Connection
In an engagingly direct and intimate way, Master Iachak Alverto Taxo invites us into a world of connection and gratitude by showing us how to grow friendships with the earth, air, fire and water. More...
Reconnecting with Our Indigenous Heart (listen)
In this unique audio recording, Master Iachak Alverto Taxo speaks with great eloquence and passion, calling us to return once again to our own heartfelt connection with the elements and nature. More...
An Invitation from the Andes: Entering the Wisdom of the Condor (listen)
An Invitation from the Andes contains the essence of Don Alverto's teachings and wisdom in short, poetic aphorisms to be savored and practiced again and again. More...
Video Interview of Taita Iachak Alverto on the Web
The Global Oneness Project interviewed Don Alverto at his home in Membrillo, Ecuador in February. Watch the beautiful 5-minute video or the full interview. (Also on KarmaTube and YouTube!)
Video with Taita Iachak on the Pachamama Alliance Website
The Eagle and The Condor 15min video