Ayahuasca Posts

What’s the one thing that if you had it, would make you feel truly fulfilled, truly happy? Have you ever asked yourself this question? I’ve had the benefit of asking this question to hundreds of good people from all walks of life, and here’s the thing: few can respond with any conviction. About half of…

We recently completed a study of 2,006 respondents in collaboration with OnePoll that found nearly half (46%) of Americans believe they are “the best person they know” – see the full story here. This shocking degree of narcissism is indicative of a lack of empathy and a lower level of consciousness at the root of…

How Safe is Ayahuasca, Really?   Is Ayahuasca safe?  How safe exactly? Let's take a deep dive into the risks, myths, and precautions for safe journeying with ayahuasca - including a full list of pharmaceutical and over-the-counter contraindications. The truth (in context) about Ayahuasca's safety. Any google scholar is likely to find, woven throughout all…

What is Ayahuasca? Ayahuasca, a powerful and sacred brew originating from the Amazon rainforest, has garnered significant attention in recent years, both within indigenous communities and the broader global context. This ancient concoction, traditionally made from the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and the leaves of the Psychotria viridis plant, has been utilized for centuries by various…

Looking for Ayahuasca Diet recipes? Learn how to prepare for your Ayahuasca retreat without the frustration of feeling like you can't eat anything. In this blog, we'll look at one sample day on an Ayahuasca dieta with 3 easy and delicious recipes you can make at home. ‍ I don't know about you, but I…

A recent study shows promising results.  “Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding.” ~ Albert Einstein The Israeli – Palestinian conflict has escalated and the whole world is watching - including psychedelic researchers. They are working to uncover the potential of psychedelic plant medicines, such as the ancient Amazonian…

Plant medicines unveil the inner truth of our nature, and allow us to focus on fostering what is vital and sustaining. The quality of our relationships, whether it be with family, friends or lovers, determines the quality of our lives. Plant medicine radically increases consciousness, making us better partners, more effective leaders, and kinder people.…

We are often asked the question, is an Ayahuasca Retreat safe? Depends on how you go about using it. People often tell us about their psychedelic friend-of-a-friend hosting an Ayahuasca ceremony, in their basement apartment in the city for the night, with a 'self-proclaimed' Shaman. They don't follow any dietary or energetic guidelines, and are…

Recently, I wrote a blog post sharing 40 Reasons to go on an Ayahuasca Retreat. But let’s be clear, working with Ayahuasca is not all sunshine and lollipops. This week, I share 40 reasons not to go on an Ayahuasca retreat. Let’s get into it. Reasons not to go on an Ayahuasca retreat to do…

Can Ayahuasca Heal Anxiety and Depression? Can ayahuasca use, a plant medicine native to the Amazon rainforest, help to heal anxiety and depression? The science points to a yes – that the powerful plant medicine can alleviate symptoms of mental illness. In this article, we look at the scientific evidence for the use of ayahuasca…

Ayahuasca and Coaching – a point of leverage These days, it feels like everyone is looking for a point of leverage, where the potential reward greatly exceeds the effort put in. Without getting too philosophical, points of leverage are generally accepted as a good thing, an indication that value is being created, and that we…

What is it and What are the Benefits of Ayahuasca? After centuries, if not millennia, of ceremonial use by the Indigenous peoples of the Amazon, Ayahuasca has been gaining worldwide recognition for the past several decades [1]. Ayahuasca tourism is booming and retreat centers are springing up like mushrooms. With thousands of Ayahuasca tourists taking…

If you’re like many people interested in Ayahuasca, you have very specific reasons for it. Perhaps you’re looking for an effective way to overcome a powerful trauma or an emotional roadblock in your life. You might be looking to connect with yourself on a deeper level, or maybe you’ve simply always wanted to see beyond…

Why Choose a Private (instead of a group) Retreat? Once you go private, you never go back… A medicine retreat is deep soul work. It’s not like going to a cabin in the forest with some friends and taking some mushrooms, laughing for hours as you listen to Pink Floyd and watch the trees breathe.…

Thank you for tuning in to this informative article on the sacred Ayahuasca medicine. You may be seeking mental clarity, emotional release, or spiritual growth, but most importantly we thank you for you seeking information. Partaking in an Ayahuasca Ceremony is not something to take lightly and encourage you to read every article, every experience,…