Gustavo Monje, PhD Candidate

In one of my latest videos, I share how I became an Andean Paqo (Quechua Wisdom Keeper) and a dedicated teacher of yogic philosophy. From a chance encounter with a monk on a Greyhound bus to tracing my lost ancestral Quechua roots in Bolivia and Peru, I hope this video inspires you to reflect on the relationships that have shaped your journey.

Watch the video today! Link to my channel is in bio.

Over the past four years, my doctoral journey has transformed not only my spiritual path, but also how I can serve others.

Along the way, I had the privilege of learning from Quechua elders in Peru, deepening my own Indigenous roots, and exploring the beautiful connections between Quechua wisdom and Yoga. My research led me to three simple Indigenous wellness principles that can help us cultivate greater balance, connection, and wisdom in everyday life.

I'm excited to share my doctoral defense presentation, where I introduce these teachings, my research journey, and the practical insights that emerged from it.

Watch On Youtube: https://youtu.be/mP3oYGhI5bQ?is=7TVmTMV_Duux4paj

Thank you for being part of this journey! I'm grateful for your support and excited to begin this new chapter of sharing these teachings through videos, books, coaching, retreats, and future pilgrimages to Peru.

I finished reading this book last night. Anyone else read it?

I was touched by the author’s practical wisdom and his dedication to leave something behind for his family of value and support, knowing he would not survive pancreatic cancer.

What were your thoughts?

Code Three is all about turning your higher purpose or aspects of it into something concrete. It asks you to fill in the following statement:

"To bring my Higher Purpose to action, / will plant the following Vision Seed.."

When you plant a vision seed, you are clear about your next big move that will bring your purpose into action.

Share your thoughts with me: What is your biggest goal or dream right now that you are sure stems from your greater mission in life?

Inside Stuck in Yesterday, I introduce a framework called the Higher Purpose Codex: six distinct "codes" designed to help you move from feeling stuck to living with clarity, direction, and meaning.

Each code is a powerful declaration of who you are becoming.

Code Two is all about how you live your purpose with integrity, protecting your energy and honoring those around you.

It asks you to fill in the blanks:

“My Core Values for interacting with others are…”
“My Core Values for keeping peace with myself are…”

When you begin to define these boundaries, you move with more confidence.

Share your thoughts: What is one core value you rely on to keep peace with yourself?

Many of you know that I launched Stuck in Yesterday on May 16.

What many don't know is that my father Victor “Picho” Monje left his body that same week.

Since then, I've been focused on family and navigating grief, and my plans for sharing the book largely came to a halt.

For those of you who knew Picho, you know he was a fantastic singer, a warm presence, and someone who made friends wherever he went. If anyone is interested in attending an online memorial gathering in Spanish tomorrow afternoon, please let me know.

I'm grateful to everyone who attended the event on May 16 and supported the book launch. Over the coming weeks, I'll be returning to social media, offering new programs, and creating opportunities for deeper learning around the ideas in the book.

Thank you for your patience and support.