Hi, I'm Mark. I have been studying the Maya Calendars for the past 27 years and live in the highlands of Guatemala. The main question I want to explore is "how can we use the Maya sacred calendar to live a richer, more harmonious and more fulfilling life?" I love to share what I have understood from my investigations and personal practices with the sacred calendar. I have been writing a blog about the energies of the calendar for the past 10 years and now I want to make the information more accessible.
The Trecena of Kame brings us opportunities to face our fears and evolve our souls.The Junajpu JourneyAre you feeling ready for a transformative journey? Ready to find your inner hero and overcome your fears? I am currently organising a transformative retreat for the Trecena of Ajpu in March 2026. You can find the information about the Junajpu journey here: https://thefourpillars.net/the-junajpu-journey/Calendar WorkshopIf you would like to dive deeper into the sacred calendar, I will be running a workshop via Zoom from 10 am to 2 pm (Guatemala time, UTC -6) from Monday 14th - Friday 18th July 2025. There are currently spaces available. For more information, please go to https://thefourpillars.net/?page_id=1120. ReadingsIf you would like to know what your nawal brings to your lifepath, please follow this link to get a reading with me https://thefourpillars.net/maya-lifepath-reading/Google Calendar PluginFor the more technically minded I have also created a plugin for Google Calendar. This enables you to track the days of the sacred calendar on your smartphone. In this way you can ensure that your activities are aligned to the most conducive energies! I have also added a description to every day, just click on the day name. It is available for purchase https://thefourpillars.net/google-calendar-plugin/Worthwhile Recipients of Your DonationsBringing Water Stability to FamiliesA wonderful, highly active project to bring water stability to families is Water4Life Global. Jenna MacEwan and her team have been making a difference to peoples' lives since 2018. They provide water filters to local families throughout Guatemala, thereby giving direct access to clean drinking water. Additionally, they are directly involved in action which helps to clean up the local sources of water. This is achieved through greywater treatment projects, reforestation and education. To learn more or donate, please visit: https://water4lifeglobal.org/donate/The Midwife ProjectIn their words: "Our Mission is to offer safe, dignified and culturally appropriate health care to women in Guatemala by empowering indigenous midwives through education. We focus on revaluing the Mayan ancestral knowledge while integrating modern medical practices. With the creation of Holistic Clinic(s) & Birthing Center(s) as a meeting ground and model project. Our Vision is that every woman has access to humane, respected and safe birth care. The midwives and women are empowered to lead the creation of a thriving community where those who are most vulnerable have their needs met, and men support the women in creating this healthy and vibrant family and community structure."You can check out their site and donate here: https://www.midwifeproject.net/donate KonojelI mention the Konojel program and their work in San Marcos la Laguna. They have turned from a basic, "let's make sure bellies are full" program to one of much more social development. You can check out their programs and donate here https://konojel.org/donateOdimWithin the village of San Pablo la Laguna, there is an organisation doing great work. They are called ODIM and specialise in medical and educational services. However, during the pandemic restrictions, they helped feed many people, but this is in addition to their regular, long-term work there. You can find out more about them through this link http://www.odimguatemala.org/donate
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The Trecena of Aj allows us to use the qualities of the hero we found within us during the Trecena of Ajpu to bring harmony to our homes and community.The Junajpu JourneyAre you feeling ready for a heroic journey? I am currently organising one for the Trecena of Ajpu in March 2026. You can find the information about the Junajpu journey here: https://thefourpillars.net/the-junajpu-journey/Calendar WorkshopIf you would like to dive deeper into the sacred calendar, I will be running a workshop via Zoom from 12 pm to 4 pm (Guatemala time, UTC -6) from Monday 14th - Friday 18th July 2025. There are currently spaces available. For more information, please go to https://thefourpillars.net/?page_id=1120. Lifepath ReadingsIf you would like to know what your nawal brings to your lifepath, please follow this link to get a reading with me https://thefourpillars.net/maya-lifepath-reading/Google Calendar PluginFor the more technically minded I have also created a plugin for Google Calendar. This enables you to track the days of the sacred calendar on your smartphone. In this way you can ensure that your activities are aligned to the most conducive energies! I have also added a description to every day, just click on the day name. It is available for purchase https://thefourpillars.net/google-calendar-plugin/Worthwhile Recipients of Your DonationsWhen I mention programs within my videos, it is because I know the people involved and can vouch that your donations will go towards helping the people for which they are intended.Bringing Water Stability to FamiliesA wonderful, highly active project to bring water stability to families is Water4Life Global. Jenna MacEwan and her team have been making a difference to peoples' lives since 2018. They provide water filters to local families throughout Guatemala, thereby giving direct access to clean drinking water. Additionally, they are directly involved in action which helps to clean up the local sources of water. This is achieved through greywater treatment projects, reforestation and education. To learn more or donate, please visit: https://water4lifeglobal.org/donate/The Midwife ProjectIn their words: "Our Mission is to offer safe, dignified and culturally appropriate health care to women in Guatemala by empowering indigenous midwives through education. We focus on revaluing the Mayan ancestral knowledge while integrating modern medical practices. With the creation of Holistic Clinic(s) & Birthing Center(s) as a meeting ground and model project. Our Vision is that every woman has access to humane, respected and safe birth care. The midwives and women are empowered to lead the creation of a thriving community where those who are most vulnerable have their needs met, and men support the women in creating this healthy and vibrant family and community structure."You can check out their site and donate here: https://www.midwifeproject.net/donate KonojelI mention the Konojel program and their work in San Marcos la Laguna. They have turned from a basic, "let's make sure bellies are full" program to one of much more social development. You can check out their programs and donate here https://konojel.org/donateOdimWithin the village of San Pablo la Laguna, there is an organisation doing great work. They are called ODIM and specialise in medical and educational services. However, during the pandemic restrictions, they helped feed many people, but this is in addition to their regular, long-term work there. You can find out more about them through this link http://www.odimguatemala.org/donate
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The Trecena of Ajpu inspires us to begin the quest for the divine within each one of us and to embark on our heroic journey.Junajpu JourneyAre you feeling ready for a heroic journey? I am currently organising one for the Trecena of Ajpu in March 2026. You can find the information about the Junajpu journey here: https://thefourpillars.net/the-junajpu-journey/Calendar WorkshopIf you would like to dive deeper into the sacred calendar, I will be running a workshop via Zoom from 12 pm to 4 pm (Guatemala time, UTC -6) from Monday 14th - Friday 19th July 2025. There are currently spaces available. For more information, please go to https://thefourpillars.net/?page_id=1120. Lifepath ReadingsIf you would like to know what your nawal brings to your lifepath, please follow this link to get a reading with me https://thefourpillars.net/maya-lifepath-reading/2025 Calendar PDFMy 2025 calendar is now available. The calendar shows the days of the Chol Q'ij, formatted onto the Gregorian calendar. Currently it is available electronically as a PDF in both English and Spanish. See this link for details on how to get your pdf https://thefourpillars.net/2025-calendar/Printed versions, in English, are available locally in Guatemala in San Marcos at Lava Love Cacao and Palo Santo. They are also now available in the USA through Soul Lift Cacao through this link https://bit.ly/4etcGZlGoogle Calendar PluginFor the more technically minded I have also created a plugin for Google Calendar. This enables you to track the days of the sacred calendar on your smartphone. In this way you can ensure that your activities are aligned to the most conducive energies! I have also added a description to every day, just click on the day name. It is available for purchase https://thefourpillars.net/google-calendar-plugin/Worthwhile Causes for your DonationsWhen I mention programs within my videos, it is because I know the people involved and can vouch that your donations will go towards helping the people for which they are intended.Water4Life GlobalA wonderful, highly active project to bring water stability to families is Water4Life Global. Jenna MacEwan and her team have been making a difference to peoples' lives since 2018. They provide water filters to local families throughout Guatemala, thereby giving direct access to clean drinking water. Additionally, they are directly involved in action which helps to clean up the local sources of water. This is achieved through greywater treatment projects, reforestation and education. To learn more or donate, please visit: https://water4lifeglobal.org/donate/The Midwife ProjectIn their words: "Our Mission is to offer safe, dignified and culturally appropriate health care to women in Guatemala by empowering indigenous midwives through education. We focus on revaluing the Mayan ancestral knowledge while integrating modern medical practices. With the creation of Holistic Clinic(s) & Birthing Center(s) as a meeting ground and model project. Our Vision is that every woman has access to humane, respected and safe birth care. The midwives and women are empowered to lead the creation of a thriving community where those who are most vulnerable have their needs met, and men support the women in creating this healthy and vibrant family and community structure."You can check out their site and donate here: https://www.midwifeproject.net/donate ODIMWithin the village of San Pablo la Laguna, there is an organisation doing great work. They are called ODIM and specialise in medical and educational services. However, during the pandemic restrictions, they helped feed many people, but this is in addition to their regular, long-term work there. You can find out more about them through this link http://www.odimguatemala.org/donate
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The Trecena of Kej gives us the opportunity to reconnect with the energy of the natural world, strengthening the leader within each one of us.Calendar WorkshopIf you would like to dive deeper into the sacred calendar, I will be running a workshop via Zoom from 12 pm to 4 pm (Guatemala time, UTC -6) from Monday 9th - Friday 13th June 2025. There are currently spaces available. For more information, please go to https://thefourpillars.net/?page_id=1120. Lifepath ReadingsIf you would like to know what your nawal brings to your lifepath, please follow this link to get a reading with me https://thefourpillars.net/maya-lifepath-reading/2025 Calendar PDFMy 2025 calendar is now available. The calendar shows the days of the Chol Q'ij, formatted onto the Gregorian calendar. Currently it is available electronically as a PDF in both English and Spanish. See this link for details on how to get your pdf https://thefourpillars.net/2025-calendar/Printed versions, in English, are available locally in Guatemala in San Marcos at Lava Love Cacao and Palo Santo. They are also now available in the USA through Soul Lift Cacao through this link https://bit.ly/4etcGZlGoogle Calendar PluginFor the more technically minded I have also created a plugin for Google Calendar. This enables you to track the days of the sacred calendar on your smartphone. In this way you can ensure that your activities are aligned to the most conducive energies! I have also added a description to every day, just click on the day name. It is available for purchase https://thefourpillars.net/google-calendar-plugin/Worthy Recipients for Your DonationsWhen I mention programs within my videos, it is because I know the people involved and can vouch that your donations will go towards helping the people for which they are intended.Water4Life GlobalA wonderful, highly active project to bring water stability to families is Water4Life Global. Jenna MacEwan and her team have been making a difference to peoples' lives since 2018. They provide water filters to local families throughout Guatemala, thereby giving direct access to clean drinking water. Additionally, they are directly involved in action which helps to clean up the local sources of water. This is achieved through greywater treatment projects, reforestation and education. To learn more or donate, please visit: https://water4lifeglobal.org/donate/The Midwife ProjectIn their words: "Our Mission is to offer safe, dignified and culturally appropriate health care to women in Guatemala by empowering indigenous midwives through education. We focus on revaluing the Mayan ancestral knowledge while integrating modern medical practices. With the creation of Holistic Clinic(s) & Birthing Center(s) as a meeting ground and model project. Our Vision is that every woman has access to humane, respected and safe birth care. The midwives and women are empowered to lead the creation of a thriving community where those who are most vulnerable have their needs met, and men support the women in creating this healthy and vibrant family and community structure."You can check out their site and donate here: https://www.midwifeproject.net/donate KonojelI mention the Konojel program and their work in San Marcos la Laguna. They have turned from a basic, "let's make sure bellies are full" program to one of much more social development. You can check out their programs and donate here https://konojel.org/donateODIMWithin the village of San Pablo la Laguna, there is an organisation doing great work. They are called ODIM and specialise in medical and educational services. However, during the pandemic restrictions, they helped feed many people, but this is in addition to their regular, long-term work there. You can find out more about them through this link http://www.odimguatemala.org/donate
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The Trecena of Ix gives us a new opportunity to connect with the spirit of the Earth, to find new ways to protect her, and to find the magic within each one of us as we connect with the sacred places, the altars and shrines.Calendar WorkshopIf you would like to dive deeper into the sacred calendar, I will be running a workshop via Zoom from 12 pm to 4 pm (Guatemala time, UTC -6) from Monday 9th - Friday 13th June 2025. There are currently spaces available. For more information, please go to https://thefourpillars.net/?page_id=1120. Lifepath ReadingsIf you would like to know what your nawal brings to your lifepath, please follow this link to get a reading with me https://thefourpillars.net/maya-lifepath-reading/PDF Wall CalendarMy 2025 calendar is now available. The calendar shows the days of the Chol Q'ij, formatted onto the Gregorian calendar. Currently it is available electronically as a PDF in both English and Spanish. See this link for details on how to get your pdf https://thefourpillars.net/2025-calendar/Printed versions, in English, are available locally in Guatemala in San Marcos at Lava Love Cacao and Palo Santo. They are also now available in the USA through Soul Lift Cacao through this link https://bit.ly/4etcGZlGoogle Calendar PluginFor the more technically minded I have also created a plugin for Google Calendar. This enables you to track the days of the sacred calendar on your smartphone. In this way you can ensure that your activities are aligned to the most conducive energies! I have also added a description to every day, just click on the day name. It is available for purchase https://thefourpillars.net/google-calendar-plugin/Where to DonateWhen I mention programs within my videos, it is because I know the people involved and can vouch that your donations will go towards helping the people for which they are intended.Water4Life GlobalA wonderful, highly active project to bring water stability to families is Water4Life Global. Jenna MacEwan and her team have been making a difference to peoples' lives since 2018. They provide water filters to local families throughout Guatemala, thereby giving direct access to clean drinking water. Additionally, they are directly involved in action which helps to clean up the local sources of water. This is achieved through greywater treatment projects, reforestation and education. To learn more or donate, please visit: https://water4lifeglobal.org/donate/The Midwife ProjectIn their words: "Our Mission is to offer safe, dignified and culturally appropriate health care to women in Guatemala by empowering indigenous midwives through education. We focus on revaluing the Mayan ancestral knowledge while integrating modern medical practices. With the creation of Holistic Clinic(s) & Birthing Center(s) as a meeting ground and model project. Our Vision is that every woman has access to humane, respected and safe birth care. The midwives and women are empowered to lead the creation of a thriving community where those who are most vulnerable have their needs met, and men support the women in creating this healthy and vibrant family and community structure."You can check out their site and donate here: https://www.midwifeproject.net/donate KonojelI mention the Konojel program and their work in San Marcos la Laguna. They have turned from a basic, "let's make sure bellies are full" program to one of much more social development. You can check out their programs and donate here https://konojel.org/donateODIMWithin the village of San Pablo la Laguna, there is an organisation doing great work. They are called ODIM and specialise in medical and educational services. However, during the pandemic restrictions, they helped feed many people, but this is in addition to their regular, long-term work there. You can find out more about them through this link http://www.odimguatemala.org/donate
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The trecena of Imox is a time for a new dream. It is far from something which can be brought in to place right now, but it gives the opportunity to plant the seeds for the dreams you wish to bring to fruition over the next 260 days.ReadingsIf you would like to know what your nawal brings to your lifepath, please follow this link to get a reading with me https://thefourpillars.net/maya-lifepath-reading/2025 Wall Calendar pdfMy 2025 calendar is now available. The calendar shows the days of the Chol Q'ij, formatted onto the Gregorian calendar. Currently it is available electronically as a PDF in both English and Spanish. See this link for details on how to get your pdf https://thefourpillars.net/2025-calendar/Printed versions, in English, are available locally in Guatemala in San Marcos la Laguna at Lava Love Cacao and Palo Santo. They are also now available in the USA through Soul Lift Cacao through this link https://bit.ly/4etcGZlGoogle Calendar PluginFor the more technically minded I have also created a plugin for Google Calendar. This enables you to track the days of the sacred calendar on your smartphone. In this way you can ensure that your activities are aligned to the most conducive energies! I have also added a description to every day, just click on the day name. It is available for purchase https://thefourpillars.net/google-calendar-plugin/Worthy Recipients for DonationsWhen I mention programs within my videos, it is because I know the people involved and can vouch that your donations will go towards helping the people for which they are intended.Water4Life GlobalA wonderful, highly active project to bring water stability to families is Water4Life Global. Jenna MacEwan and her team have been making a difference to peoples' lives since 2018. They provide water filters to local families throughout Guatemala, thereby giving direct access to clean drinking water. Additionally, they are directly involved in action which helps to clean up the local sources of water. This is achieved through greywater treatment projects, reforestation and education. To learn more or donate, please visit: https://water4lifeglobal.org/donate/The Midwife ProjectIn their words: "Our Mission is to offer safe, dignified and culturally appropriate health care to women in Guatemala by empowering indigenous midwives through education. We focus on revaluing the Mayan ancestral knowledge while integrating modern medical practices. With the creation of Holistic Clinic(s) & Birthing Center(s) as a meeting ground and model project. Our Vision is that every woman has access to humane, respected and safe birth care. The midwives and women are empowered to lead the creation of a thriving community where those who are most vulnerable have their needs met, and men support the women in creating this healthy and vibrant family and community structure."You can check out their site and donate here: https://www.midwifeproject.net/donate KonojelI mention the Konojel program and their work in San Marcos la Laguna. They have turned from a basic, "let's make sure bellies are full" program to one of much more social development. You can check out their programs and donate here https://konojel.org/donateODIMWithin the village of San Pablo la Laguna, there is an organisation doing great work. They are called ODIM and specialise in medical and educational services. However, during the pandemic restrictions, they helped feed many people, but this is in addition to their regular, long-term work there. You can find out more about them through this link http://www.odimguatemala.org/donate
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