"Once you become centred through Passion, Fulfilment, Joy, and Achievement you start to truly embrace the radiant gift of living."
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Matt and Jackie
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower you to embrace the simplicity and joy of life through the transformative power of the Andes. By integrating this ancient wisdom with contemporary mindset practices, we foster holistic wellbeing for balanced and fulfilled living.
Our Vision
We envision a world where we all live in harmony with ourselves, our communities, and the nature that surrounds us. By promoting balanced personal development we can create a society where people are successful, deeply fulfilled, and connected to the roots that bind us.
Our Values
Holistic Wellbeing: We focus on nurturing your mind, body, and spirited nature through integrated practices.
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Simplicity: We embrace the beauty of simplicity and welcome joy in every moment of life.
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Sustainability: We respect and honour our natural environment, promoting sustainable living and mindful
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Community: We value strong social connections and collective support, reflecting the Andean principles of "ayni" (reciprocity) and "despacho" (energy exchange).
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​Cultural Respect: We honour and incorporate the rich wisdom and energy of Andean culture through our transformative practices.
Our Story
Our connected journey began when I left my reality in England in 2009 to immerse myself in the cultures of South America. I ventured through the diverse lands of Brazil, Chile, Bolivia, Colombia, Paraguay, Peru, and Argentina, before finally settling on the equator in the mountains of Quito, Ecuador. My passion for social understanding led me to work in community education, whilst also absorbing the ancestral cultures and the indigenous way of life found around the Andean town of Otavalo. It was here that I learned the true power of a land rooted in the natural simplicity, calm, and joy of living.
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In 2010 I married Jackie, a native to the Andes, who grew up in a humble yet joy-filled home surrounded by rich ancestral heritage embedded in the volcanic lands of Imbabura and Quito. In 2013, however, near-tragedy struck, when Jackie was left with a broken neck, a severe brain haemorrhage, and the likely prognosis of never walking again. Jackie's inbuilt Andean resilience and self-assurance, though, turned this apparent devastation into the foundation for true living.
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​Today we are gratefully blessed with a life of embraced challenges and fulfilment with our beautiful young son and his adored cats, rabbit, hamster, and fish; living in England with daily focus on the transformative energy of the Andes. This realisation of the power of Andean Wellness and vitality is at the core of IntiMinds, a combination of the Quechua word “Inti” (sun) and the true capability of our own “Minds”, signifying the vital energy we all transmit together as people with the world around us.
Rewiring My Brain:
A Journey of Reflection, Response, and Reward
As I awoke in that darkened hospital room, disoriented and frightened, my heart sank when I realised I had lost all feeling in my legs. The doctors’ words echoed in my mind – “Your neck is broken, Jackie, and you may never walk again”. The options were simple; I had to chose whether to just accept it or respond with positive strength ... there was only ever one path.
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Jackie