Program Daily Themes

Mayan Astrology advises us for our Gathering period: Those “born” in the sign of SEC are specifically associated with two elements: earth and sky (wind, air). You most likely have a fascination with the sky and are interested in all things from above. Air is the element of mental energy and earth is the element of practicality. Between these two you have the gift of examining any situation and discovering the most effective solution. This is a great gift, and you can assist the world through your grounded perceptions.

Our 1st Day of Gathering is assigned to the very essence of the Systemic Constellation Work and the function of the Facilitator, as a “bridge over troubled waters”, inviting the “skies” -the Consciousness of the Whole- to inform our earthly habits and hidden loyalties towards beneficial solutions in life.

Muluc or Atl, meaning water, is a sacred day for purification, the 9th day in the Aztec divinatory calendar. It was regarded as a day for confrontation, conflict and clearing up unresolved issues. Considered a good day for battle, but a bad day to be idle or rest. It’s associated with the internal and external holy war, as well as with battle. 

In Aztec mythology, Xiuhtecuhtli, was the personification of warmth in the cold, life after death, food during famine, and light in the darkness. He is the god of fire, heat, and day. According to the myths, he lived inside an enclosure made of turquoise stones and fortified himself with turquoise bird water. He was typically depicted in turquoise mosaic with a turquoise butterfly on his chest and a turquoise crown.

Our 2nd Day of Gathering is assigned for internal Systemic Purification and resolving Cultural Conflict. We adhere to a unique systemic perspective, which turns our attention on exploring the dynamics of collective (systemic) purification, in comparison to the personal one. Could this perspective support us in working systemically with Cultural Conflicts among couples, families, communities, or in society?

The Maya were no mere stargazers; they were cosmic poets, painting their own stories across the night sky. Among their heavenly brushstrokes, they traced out constellations and assigned them meanings. And right there, in the celestial canvas, they etched the turtle – not just any turtle, but a cosmic one!

So, picture this: Orion’s belt, that iconic trio of stars – AlInitak, Alnilam, Mintaka – forms the backbone of the Maya Turtle. These three bright stars, snugly nestled in the belt, are like the turtle’s carapace. Imagine the turtle floating gracefully across the cosmic ocean, its celestial flippers paddling through the Milky Way.

Now, let’s add a dash of hearthstones to our cosmic recipe. The Maya considered these three stars as the “three hearth stars”. They believed that at the heart of this stellar triangle was pure fire. Imagine the turtle carrying these hearthstones on its back, like a cosmic backpack. And where do these hearthstones fit into the grand scheme of things? Well, they’re the center of the Maya universe.

Our 3rd Day of Gathering s assigned to the Constellation of Turtle: through our own Constellation Work we aim to explore our own community’s “systemic hearthstones”, the three unique stars preserving the fire that nourishes our offerings to the world…

With the sun glinting off its sacred wooden form and adornments of stones, imagine seeing through the eyes of a Mayan jaguar mask. This isn’t fantasy; it’s a glimpse into how ancient Mayans saw their world during rituals where masks weren’t just accessories but powerful tools for transformation. Why were masks significant in Mayan rituals? They served as gateways to connect human and divine realms, allowing wearers to embody gods and ancestors.

Why were masks significant in Mayan rituals? Masks didn’t just hide faces; they revealed new identities steeped in spiritual significance. As we dive deeper, you’ll see how these elaborate creations symbolized everything from celestial events to warrior strength – where each mask is telling its own story within the rich tapestry of Maya culture.

Our 4th Day of Gathering is assigned to the Uncovering of age-old Traditions, where every chisel mark unveils the History, and every color carries Meaning. This is a journeying through Time marked by intricate artistry and profound reverence for the Cosmos.

Symbols carry the heart of every culture, and every culture’s symbols represent its inner reality to the people of that culture. Symbols can be anything, a gesture, a song, a phrase or an image. They often carry many layers of meaning that everyone in the culture understands intuitively. Hundreds of Mayan symbols can be found carved on stone and in fact, Mayan writing consists of symbols called glyphs. 

The Mayan feathered serpent deity Kukulkan was known to other Mesoamerican cultures like the Aztecs and Olmecs who worshipped the god under different names. The myth surrounding this deity mentions the god as a creator of the cosmos in the Maya sacred book. The serpent god is also called The Vision Serpent. Feathers represent the god’s ability to soar in the heavens while as a serpent the god can also travel the earth. The serpent cult emphasized peaceful trade and good communication among the cultures. Since a snake can shed its skin, it symbolizes renewal and rebirth.

Our 5th (and last) Day of Gathering is assigned to the “renewal and rebirth” of Constellation Practice, catalyzing peacemaking on all levels, establishing a good communication with helping practitioners of other perspectives, and activating exchange between national associations and regional chapters.

How to make our International Constellation community stronger and wiser through the sharing of our systemic principles and ethics in practice.