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This pouch contains six little worry dolls, called muñecas quitapenas, literally "dolls that take away worries." A direct heritage from the Mayan tradition, they continue to be given to both children and adults in Guatemala. These tiny figures represent symbolic support against everyday concerns and embody a comforting ritual passed down from generation to generation.
A Traditional and Colorful Craft
These little dolls are handmade and gathered in a cotton pouch with bright colors, characteristic of Guatemalan craftsmanship. Each piece illustrates an ancient popular know-how, where colorful fabrics and threads express the vitality of Mayan cultures. They combine authenticity and simplicity while carrying a precious symbolic function: to lighten worries and offer a more peaceful sleep.
A Reassuring Daily Ritual
To use them, simply entrust your worries, fears, or troubles to the doll before slipping it under your pillow. According to tradition, upon waking, your worries will have dissipated, as if carried away by these silent guardians. This simple and reassuring ritual retains all its symbolic effectiveness and reminds us that the wisdom of the ancients can still find a place in our modern lives.
