shaman
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Wachuma: The Heart Opener
Wachuma, also known as San Pedro, is a cactus native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It contains mescaline, a psychoactive compound used for thousands of years by indigenous tribes in rituals and healing ceremonies. Known for its visionary… Continue reading
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“Peru: The Assignment”
Peru had been on my bucket list for some time, but after my experience in Costa Rica, I was drawn to places that offered healing vibes. Cusco, Peru, stood out for its rich spiritual heritage. Once the capital of the… Continue reading
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“Ladies Night: Meeting Aya”
(The following is the actual entry from my journal) I was feeling really hopeful that tonight’s ceremony would be the one. I could just sense it deep down. So, I headed to the Maloca early, wanting to get my usual… Continue reading
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Meeting the Shaman: Taita Juanito
Stepping into Rythmia, I couldn’t escape the buzz about Taita Juanito, the visiting shaman from Colombia. Despite the hype, I hadn’t researched much about him—I just hoped he might understand the whirlwind of experiences I was navigating and provide some… Continue reading
"Finding Belonging: The Struggles of an Afro-Cuban Queer Medium in Spiritual Spaces" 