LOVE YOURSELF ALIVE BLOG

inspiration for your wellness journey

Sarah Taylor Sarah Taylor

The Small Wellness Habits That Made a Big Difference in My Life (And How They Can Transform Yours)

Discover the power of small, simple wellness habits that can transform your life. In this post, Sarah, a yoga teacher at Pacha Munay Wellness, shares her favorite daily practices—like 30-minute yoga sessions, 10,000 steps, cleansing with Palo Santo, and mindful rituals—that bring balance and ease. Learn how these habits can reduce stress, boost mindfulness, and improve your well-being. Ready for a deeper reset? Join us at Pacha Munay Wellness in Peru, where personalized retreats and ancient Andean ceremonies offer a transformative wellness experience. Book your retreat today!

Read More
Sarah Taylor Sarah Taylor

Why I Wish I Had Integration After Ayahuasca

Discover the importance of integration after an Ayahuasca experience through the personal story of Sarah, yoga teacher and creative director at Pacha Munay Wellness. In this heartfelt reflection, Sarah shares how her first Ayahuasca ceremony in an unlikely Kentucky setting brought emotional breakthroughs but left her unprepared for real-life application without proper integration. Learn why post-Ayahuasca integration is crucial for long-term growth, and how the dedicated After-Ayahuasca Retreat at Pacha Munay Wellness offers the guidance, tools, and support needed to turn spiritual insights into lasting life changes.

Read More
Sarah Taylor Sarah Taylor

How a Meditation Retreat Strengthened My Relationship with My (Skeptical) Partner

Looking to reconnect with your partner in a peaceful, transformative setting? Pacha Munay Wellness Retreat in the Sacred Valley of Peru offers the perfect escape. Surrounded by nature, indulge in daily yoga, meditation, nourishing meals, and authentic Andean ceremonies designed to strengthen your bond and bring you both closer to yourselves and each other. Whether you're seasoned in wellness or just beginning your journey, our retreats provide a space to unwind, reflect, and grow. Join us for a rejuvenating experience that will leave you feeling refreshed, centered, and more connected than ever.

Read More
Sarah Taylor Sarah Taylor

Why I Left the Hustle for the Heart of Peru: An American's Journey to Peace in the Sacred Valley

I never imagined that a girl from a small college town in Kentucky would end up finding home in the Sacred Valley of Peru, but here I am—29 years old, living my best life, and feeling more at peace than I ever thought possible. So, how did I go from the fast-paced streets of Miami to teaching yoga surrounded by mountains and alpacas? Well, it definitely wasn't a direct path…

Read More
Roberto Laurens Roberto Laurens

Journey to Wholeness: Unveiling the Mystical Secrets of Wellness in the Sacred Valley

It's not happenstance that this place is called sacred. The whole region of Cusco really has a mystical feel to it. The moment you step out from the airport you'll feel the energy here is special. Even though there's hustle and bustle as you drive through the city on your way to the valley, you'll also notice a quiet energy. There's a palpable peace that emanates from the Andes mountains in this region.

Read More
Roberto Laurens Roberto Laurens

Discovering Wellness Retreats: A Comprehensive Guide to Revitalizing Body and Mind

In our modern world, where every second counts and digital devices incessantly demand our attention, we have a growing desire for moments of rest and relaxation. Moments where we can disconnect from the hum of notifications and reconnect with our inner selves. This growing need has given rise to a blossoming service dedicated to offering sanctuary from the daily hustle: the world of retreats.

Read More
Roberto Laurens Roberto Laurens

All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well

I don’t consider myself religious, in that I don’t follow any specific doctrine or dogma. Having that said spiritual truth is spiritual truth, and I celebrate the diverse ways in which spiritual teachings have been shared around the world for millennia. I have a deep connection to many mystics including the Buddha, Christ, Adyashanti, and many others. One of the most crucial truths I’ve learned about spirituality, and the spiritual journey from these teachers is the importance of self-compassion.

Read More
Roberto Laurens Roberto Laurens

How the Andes mountains help you manifest your deepest desires

You know how we use our phones to make calls, send messages, and access the internet? Well, inside our phones tiny components called quartz crystals help make all of that possible.

One important use of quartz crystals in communication technology is in something called a quartz oscillator. An oscillator is like a tiny clock that helps keep track of time.

Read More
Roberto Laurens Roberto Laurens

Take a break from yourself: rest that will change your life

True rest happens when we let go of any identity and relax into the root of our being. The most energy you spend any given day is maintaining an identity of yourself. You’re usually not even aware of how exhausting it is to maintain multiple identities. Trying to be someone at work, someone at your kid's school, and even someone when you’re alone and no one is looking.

Read More