spirituality
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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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Anubis: God of the Dead
My second psilocybin trip arrived months after the first, welcoming me back to a familiar yet enigmatic realm. The initial journey had unlocked dream portals that whisked me away to lives across time and space. One vivid dream transported me… Continue reading
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The Power of the Mushroom
Disclaimer: Story of Sexual Assault Psilocybin has a long history of use in indigenous cultures for spiritual and ceremonial purposes. Many individuals have reported profound mystical experiences, feelings of awe, and a sense of unity with the universe during psilocybin… Continue reading
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Kambo: Kissed By The Frog
As I delved into my exploration of plant medicine, I stumbled upon a fascinating medicine known for its remarkable healing properties: Kambo. This mystical substance, also dubbed the “Giant Monkey Frog” or “Giant Leaf Frog,” is extracted from the skin… Continue reading
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Integration: Truths, Trust, and Safe Spaces
Integration following such a profound experience is crucial as it upheaves your perception of the world, your trauma, and your own being. The journey back to reality after my time at Rythmia wasn’t a straightforward path. It felt like navigating… Continue reading
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The Last Ceremony: NADA
After enduring three grueling nights of ayahuasca ceremonies, I was convinced that I couldn’t bear another. The mere thought of the sage and the brew’s scent lingering in the air made me queasy; throughout the entire week, I had consumed… Continue reading
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“The Heart of Healing- Rappe”
I had heard stories about Taita’s ceremony, stories that painted it as something extraordinary. But nothing could prepare me for what I was about to experience. Taita, unlike the other Shamans, performed the traditional Colombian Amazonian Ceremony, renowned for its… 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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Rythmia-Day 2: “Tears, Laughter and Violent Purges”
The atmosphere was charged as we gathered at the Maloca, the heart of our Rythmia experience in Costa Rica. I noticed everyone lining up earlier than expected, so I quickly grabbed my things and joined them. Surprisingly, I felt a… Continue reading
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