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Meet Braden Summers "The greatest gift I never knew I needed was learning to trust the flow of life." One of the greatest gifts of this community is realizing that while each journey is deeply personal, none of us walk it alone. Every month, we'll be highlighting one of our Alumni, sharing their story, the…

Your soul is calling and you’ve done your research.‍ You’ve heard the stories and you’ve decided that you are ready to take on your transformative life-changing Ayahuasca journey in the form of a Retreat and now the questions is how do you choose “the right one”? Perhaps you are still wondering if a Plant Medicine is right…

‍ For deeper insights into what makes up a safe and quality plant medicine retreat, check out the results from our recent plant medicine retreats survey. If this is your first time with Ayahuasca (that's great!), this short quiz will help you assess your level of mental, emotional, and spiritual readiness for this powerful and…

NFL's Adrian Colbert Finds Healing with Ayahuasca at Behold Retreats From the NFL Field to the Costa Rican Jungle: Adrian Colbert's Journey of Self-Discovery For 21 years, NFL safety Adrian Colbert carried a weight that no amount of training, no victory on the field, and no accolade could lift. It was the burden of not…

NFL Star Von Miller & His Ayahuasca Retreat: Pausing for his Soul The National Football League is an esteemed world that praises endurance, where pushing forward is the only path that's taught, where doubling down is often the only option. It can be a rewarding life path, but also a tough one. On the body,…

Jordan Poyer's journey from an NFL all-star to a seeker of self through Ayahuasca is a powerful tale of transformation, reflection, and growth. Once a seventh-round pick from Oregon State, Poyer has not only made his mark on the field as one of the NFL's most respected players but also embarked on a profound personal…

NFL Aaron Rodgers’ Journey with Ayahuasca: Transformation, Healing, and the Power of Surrender In a world where elite athletes are often defined by their physical strength and mental toughness, NFL's Aaron Rodgers stands out not only for his skill on the field but also for his willingness to explore the deeper realms of his personal…

Bufo is slowly growing in popularity as Bryan Johnson live streamed his intense and powerful experience with the toad. However, we really stress the importance of differentiating that an intense experience is not the same as a properly integrated one. The medicine can open a door, but the real work begins after: how you integrate…

Whats a Psychedelic Retreat Really Like Rightfully so, in thinking about a retreat, you might feel some combination of excitement, nerves, hope, and curiosity. Plus, it's a big investment, and we all know it's not easy to get a week off. But the truth is, nothing can ever describe the experience. Sure, we can show…

Integration after a Plant Medicine Retreat is just as important as the experience itself and is the process of life after the ceremony ends. It involves the way you choose to maneuver through life and what you choose to do with all the new downloads and wisdom received from plant medicine. This entails everything from…

Clients come to us because they’re interested in psychedelics. But they’re not REALLY interested in psychedelics. They’re interested in entering an altered state to expand their consciousness and to facilitate personal transformation. They’re interested in spiritual growth, in healing trauma, finding inner peace, experiencing their inherent divinity, and connecting with their true purpose. An Ayahuasca…

Leaders are typically driven by the wrong force. Here’s why. This piece explores why high-performing leaders are increasingly turning to Ayahuasca retreats in Costa Rica to meet the fear underneath the drive. Humor me, and follow along on a short exercise: Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths, relax, and then tell yourself “I…

Looking for a safe, expertly-guided Bufo (5-MeO-DMT) Retreat? 5 Reasons to Choose a Private 5-MeO-DMT Retreats (Instead of a Group Experience) Considering a private 5-MeO-DMT retreat instead of a group experience? Is there really be that big of a difference?  Absolutely. Group experiences are beautiful in their own way, but when it comes to focused and precise…

Let’s be clear, working with Ayahuasca is not all sunshine and lollipops. This article is intended to show both sides of the coin. It’s meant to make you pause, think, and evaluate. If you are considering an Ayahuasca retreat or plant medicine retreat, take your time to do the research, find expert practitioners, and have…

‍ For deeper insights into what makes up a safe and quality plant medicine retreat, check out the results from our recent plant medicine retreats survey. If this is your first time with Ayahuasca (that's great!), this short quiz will help you assess your level of mental, emotional, and spiritual readiness for this powerful and…