In the heart of the Andes, there’s a tradition so deeply sacred, so profoundly beautiful, that it continues to ripple across generations: the Despacho ceremony.
Rooted in Andean shamanic tradition, a Despacho is a ritual offering to Pachamama (Mother Earth), the Apus (mountain spirits), and the unseen forces that guide our lives. It’s a way of praying with the heart and the hands—carefully placing symbolic items in a mandala-like arrangement to honour, release, and call in what’s needed.
But here’s the magic: Despachos don’t just symbolically shift things, they actually shift energy.
Why Create a Despacho?
We all hit those moments in life where something feels… stuck. Whether it’s a decision you can’t seem to make, a dream that just won’t manifest, or a heart that’s aching and unsure, the Despacho helps bring things back into balance.
It’s a sacred way to:
- Release energetic blockages
- Express deep gratitude or grief
- Call in new beginnings
- Offer prayers for healing, physical, emotional, or spiritual
- Mark important life transitions
- Reconnect with nature, spirit, and your inner clarity
When Is a Despacho Helpful?
Anytime life feels out of alignment, or when you want to bring more intention into a moment, a Despacho can be incredibly supportive. Here are just a few examples:
- Moving homes or starting fresh in a new place of work
- Relationship transitions, endings, beginnings, or healing
- Starting a business or creative project
- Letting go of grief, anger, or fear
- Celebrating milestones like birthdays, births, or even death
- Seeking clarity during a confusing time
- Reconnecting with the sacred and slowing down
A Personal Story: When the Despacho Helped Me Move to Ibiza
I’ve been working with Despachos for many years now, and each one feels like an act of co-creation between myself, spirit, and the person (or intention) it’s crafted for. But one moment really stands out…
When my ex-wife and I were trying to sell our home and move to Ibiza, we kept hitting walls. No viewings, no interest, nothing. I could feel there was some kind of energetic block, something in the way. So, I prepared a Despacho with the intention of clearing the energy around the house and opening the path forward.
And what happened next was wild.
We got seven offers in one day, and just 19 days, from offer to completion, we had sold the house and were ready to move. That Despacho helped move stuck energy and bring alignment to a major life shift. It reminded me again of how powerful these rituals are when done with heart and clear intent.
Want to Create a Despacho Together?
You don’t need to know how to do a Despacho yourself—that’s what I’m here for.
I offer personalised Despacho sessions, either in person or online, where we co-create an offering for whatever’s showing up in your life. Whether you’re looking for clarity, healing, release, or celebration—we’ll work together to bring your prayer into form.
These ceremonies are intimate, intentional, and incredibly healing. And no two are ever the same.
Work with Me:
If you feel called to experience a Despacho and want support in creating one for your life, I’d love to work with you.
Contact me directly through my website to book a session, and let’s bring sacred energy into your moment.
Despachos Are Sacred Medicine
There’s something deeply humbling about sitting in front of a Despacho—watching it come together, item by item, prayer by prayer. Whether you’re in the middle of a major life change or just longing to reconnect with the sacred in your life, a Despacho offers a grounded, beautiful way to bring you back into balance.
It’s not about fixing. It’s about offering, releasing, and opening.
And when that offering is made with love and sincerity, the universe listens.
FAQs About Despacho Ceremonies
Q: Do I need to be spiritual or follow any religion to do a Despacho?
Nope! Despachos are inclusive and heart-centred. They’re about intention and connection, not dogma.
Q: Can I do this if I don’t live near you?
Yes! I offer online sessions where we can co-create a Despacho remotely. I’ll guide you through everything and even prepare and offer it on your behalf if needed.
Q: How long does a session take?
Most sessions are around 60–90 minutes, giving us time to connect, craft intentions, and create the offering together.
Q: What happens to the Despacho afterwards?
Traditionally, Despachos are either buried, burned, or released into a body of water—depending on the intention. I’ll handle this part for you with care and respect, or guide you if you’d prefer to do it yourself.
Ready to Book Your Despacho?
If you feel called to bring more harmony, clarity, or release into your life, a Despacho may be the perfect next step. I’d be honoured to walk with you through the process.
Reach out through my website to book a one-on-one Despacho session—online or in person.
Let’s co-create something sacred together.
