We were lucky to catch up with Amalia Alduenda recently and have shared our conversation below.

Amalia, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today If you had a defining moment that you feel really changed the trajectory of your career, we’d love to hear the story and details.

Absolutely. One of the most defining moments in my journey happened in Los Angeles, during what was originally a simple, free community sound healing in the park. There were more than 90 people gathered — from all walks of life, cultures, and spiritual paths. I felt a deep calling from the trees around us, almost as if they were whispering, “Bring them together.”

So I invited everyone to join hands and form one giant circle around two magnificent trees. Together, we closed our eyes, breathed in unison, and sent a wave of peace and love to the world. In that moment, something shifted — I could feel the heartbeat of humanity aligning as one.

That experience changed the trajectory of my entire career. It reminded me that we are all connected, that unity consciousness is not an idea — it’s a lived experience. It was there that I realized my true purpose: to guide others through tree meditations, to bring people together in oneness, and to help them reconnect with Mother Earth and the wisdom of nature.

What moved me most was seeing how deeply people were impacted — many shared tears, gratitude, and a renewed sense of peace. I had once believed that tree meditations were too niche or “unheard of,” that few would understand. But that day, I learned that when we follow our calling, no matter how unique or unconventional it seems, the right people will find us.

That gathering taught me that your purpose doesn’t need to fit a mold. Answer the invitations life presents — even spontaneous ones — because they can change everything. Let go of expectations and stay rooted in presence. When you show up authentically, your work becomes your prayer, and the world responds.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

Of course. My name is Amalia Consuelo Alduenda, and I am a holistic healer, public speaker, and founder of Lagunitas Organics, an eco-wellness sanctuary dedicated to reconnecting humanity with the healing intelligence of nature. My work bridges ancient wisdom with modern wellness — guiding individuals and communities toward unity consciousness, self-love, and environmental awareness through tree meditations, energy healing, and sustainable living.

I was raised between sacred traditions. From a young age, I danced in Danza la Madre Tierra, a Mexica ceremony that honors the four cardinal directions and our interconnection with Mother Earth. I grew up around temazcales, sun dancers, and holistic healers, always fascinated by their strength, serenity, and devotion to the elements. I knew early on that I wanted to walk that path — to be a bridge between worlds.

When COVID arrived, I experienced my own awakening. I was studying electrical engineering, but I felt a calling to shift from external circuits to inner ones — from electricity to bioelectricity — and I changed my major to holistic healing. I began studying under shamans and medicine teachers, deepening my understanding of energy, the elements, and the ancestral relationship between humans and nature.

Trees, for me, have always been teachers. As a child, I found refuge under their branches — I would talk to them, cry with them, and feel their silent wisdom. They were my first healers. Over time, what began as a personal meditation evolved into a shared practice. I started guiding small groups through tree meditations, helping others feel that same peace, grounding, and belonging that I found in their presence.

When we look at the layers of reality through an ancestral lens, we begin with the elemental realm — fire, water, air, and earth — followed by the plant kingdom, where the trees live, then the animal kingdom, and finally the human. For me, transitioning from temazcal ceremonies (which work directly with the elementals) to tree meditations (which work with the plant spirits) was a natural evolution. It’s all part of one living continuum.

Today, through Lagunitas Organics, we are building a fully off-grid eco-wellness resort and sanctuary in Baja California, where guests can heal, reconnect, and live sustainably with nature. The sanctuary will include organic farming, tree meditation trails, equine therapy, a holistic spa, and sustainable cabins. Even our products — like the Lagunitas Organics pillows made from my garden’s lavender, sage, and rosemary — are designed to let people “sleep in the garden” and experience nature’s healing energy at home.

Beyond Lagunitas, I offer Kundalini Reiki sessions, Astral Surgery energy work, and personalized spiritual guidance for those seeking deeper energetic alignment and healing. I also organize and host retreats, empowerment circles, and sacred ceremonies, and I serve as a public speaker, sharing the wisdom of unity consciousness and Earth connection on international stages.

What sets my work apart is that it’s not just about wellness — it’s about unity. Whether someone attends a ceremony, joins a tree meditation, or becomes part of the community, the goal is always the same: to create space for emotional release, healing, and remembrance of our place within the living Earth.

I’m most proud of the transformations I’ve witnessed — the tears, the smiles, the calm faces after meditation, and the long hugs shared in silence. When someone later recognizes me and says, “Hey, you’re the tree hugger girl!” it warms my heart. Because that means they remember the experience — and they’re still hugging trees, still connecting, still healing.

What I want people to know is that whether you’re seeking a single moment of stillness or a lifelong journey of reconnection, there is a place for you in this movement. From ceremonies, to our holistic products, to owning land at the sanctuary, Lagunitas Organics offers a way to come home — to yourself, to community, and to the Earth.

What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?

A few years ago, I had an encounter that completely shook my core and made me question myself. I went to a routine doctor’s appointment for blood work results, and during our conversation, the topic of holistic healing and spirituality came up. The doctor shared that he grew up around sacred plant medicine ceremonies but had since devoted his life to Catholicism.

Then, he looked at me and said something that pierced through me: “Trees don’t have a voice. They can’t communicate with you.”

He insisted that while trees were indeed alive, as his scripture confirmed, they had no spirit. I tried to explain that if something is alive, it naturally communicates — just perhaps not in a way all humans can perceive — but his energy was overpowering, and I left feeling small, confused, and full of doubt.

In the days that followed, I spiraled into uncertainty. I began questioning everything I believed in — my connection with the trees, my purpose, and even my work. But when I turned to my shaman teachers for guidance, they helped me see clearly: this man had projected his fear onto me. His beliefs came from separation, from the idea that humanity is above nature — not a part of it.

That experience taught me one of the most powerful lessons of my path: to observe, not absorb. I had to unlearn the habit of letting external opinions define my inner truth. I realized that my sensitivity — my ability to feel, see, and hear the spirit of nature — is not something to hide or doubt, but something sacred to protect and honor.

It was a moment of deep awakening and sovereignty. Since then, I’ve learned to stay rooted in my truth, no matter who challenges it. Because the more I stand in love and unity, the less space there is for fear to exist.

How’d you build such a strong reputation within your market?

Consistency and community have been the roots of everything I’ve built. The place where I’ve shared the most tree meditations has been at our local monthly market, Mercadito Cuchumá in Tecate. Each month, when a tree meditation is announced, people begin arriving early — some already barefoot, ready to ground themselves even before I start guiding the experience.

Over time, they began asking me to return month after month, and that consistency created something truly special — a community of people who knew where to find me, how to reach me, and what to expect when they arrived. That, I believe, is the foundation of reputation: being visible, reliable, and present.

I also make it a point to show up for others — attending local gatherings, wellness events, and community circles. When people see you supporting others and walking your talk, they trust your authenticity.

The more I showed up, the more I refined my practice. Each meditation became an opportunity to deepen my mastery and connection with the people and the trees. Passion, consistency, and presence — that’s what builds trust and a true sense of belonging. When your community feels that you’re genuinely available for them, that you welcome them, your work naturally grows — like a forest rooted in love and reciprocity.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://amaliaalduenda.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amaliaalduenda
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLD_CkL1YY6CBP3XEfoz23bgNiv3EKsFS&si=F5Wfgejvey5gtA5I

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