K’uxlajik K’aslik K’ux
(Living the Four-Fold Sacred Rhythm)
With the Mayan Sacred Calendar,
we live in alignment with Natural Law
by practicing its guidance.
“Kan is human evolution and spiritual development. It is every kind of growth. It is DNA in the shape of a double helix, which contains our genetic code and humanity’s collective memory. It is the energy of knowledge, its transmutation into wisdom, serpentine strength and power, and sexual magic.
This is a special day for increasing physical strength, developing one’s inner fire, and evolving spiritually.” –Carlos Barrios, Mayan Elder
13-Day Theme of Kan
Power to Evolve
Wednesday 8.20 | 1 Kan
Supports: Strength, Power, Knowledge to Wisdom, Body Signals
Challenges: Abuse of Power, Illusion, Delusion, Deception
Auspicious for: Setting intentions for personal or relational evolution; reconnecting with enthusiasm and vision; focused meditation and reflection; prayers for good ideas; turning knowledge to wisdom; seeking justice, truth and clarity; shedding old identity patterns; exploring divination or intuitive insight; engaging in yoga, breath work, tantra, or physical movement; strength training and cultivating balance; pursuing study, teaching, or guidance; empowering self and others; honoring teachers and guides; opening to new relationships; seeking higher knowledge; paying attention to body signals for direction
Avoid: Sedentary habits; misusing power; ignoring body or intuition; overthinking; stagnation; deceit or manipulation; arrogant teaching; resisting change; fearing the unknown
💡 Kan’s guidance is applicable to all of the following days of its Trecena.
Thursday 8.21 | 2 Kame
Supports: Transformation, Endings, Renewal, Connection with Ancestors
Challenges: Introversion, Attachments
Auspicious for: Silent meditation and reflection; pausing and reflecting on choices; closing cycles or relationships; honoring and seeking support from ancestors (living and passed); releasing the old with ritual or ceremony; releasing outdated patterns in bonds and partnerships; ending dysfunctional patterns; absorbing lessons from relationship experiences; relationship shadow work; confronting fears and difficulties; surrendering to change and transformation; allowing space for grieving; taking slow and measured actions
Avoid: Indecisiveness; resisting change in relationships; emotional collapse; negative self-talk; neglecting spiritual growth; clinging to past grievances; refusing to change.
Friday 8.22 | 3 Kej
Supports: Spiritual Leadership, Strength Cultivation, Determination
Challenges: Stubbornness, Dominance
Auspicious for: Physical stabilization and grounding; earthing practices; inner work and analysis of results; sharing progress with others; men’s healing work; healing work around authority; cultivating spiritual leadership and strength; seeking or offering mentorship; learning from elders; dignity, respect, and boundary-setting; building physical strength and mental agility; men’s fertility protocols; recharging in nature; adhering to responsibilities; prayers and gratitude for Mother Earth; applying spiritual guidance; working with the four elements; harmonizing the four bodies (mental, physical, emotional, spiritual)
Avoid: Impatience; forcing changes; dominating others; inflexibility with ideas or plans; rigid attitudes or dispositions
Saturday 8.23 | 4 Q’anil
Supports: Talent, Fertility, Abundance, Sensual, Procreation
Challenges: Overindulgence, Drunkenness, Vices
Auspicious for: Planting and harvesting; nurturing seeds of intention; tending gardens or abundance at home; improving finances and applying financial advice; investments; implementing plans and strategies; practicing patience with projects; creative healing and relaxation; strengthening teamwork and systems; fostering stability in home and work spaces; supporting children’s health and development; physical therapy or health treatments; planning for pregnancy or new projects; protocols for conception; cultivating fertility and growth
Avoid: Overindulgence; intoxication; excess; neglecting family needs
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