Hello everyone, I’m Sam Believ, founder of LaWayra Retreat near Medellin, Colombia. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a challenging and often debilitating condition that affects many people. Today, I want to explore the potential of ayahuasca as a therapeutic tool for those struggling with OCD. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a debilitating condition affecting many individuals worldwide. […]
Hello everyone, I’m Sam Believ, founder of LaWayra Retreat near Medellin, Colombia. Anxiety is a pervasive and often debilitating condition that affects many people worldwide. Today, I want to discuss how ayahuasca might offer relief for those struggling with anxiety. Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, has been gaining attention for its potential to ease anxiety. […]
Hello everyone, I’m Sam Believ, founder of LaWayra Retreat near Medellin, Colombia. Many people struggle with marijuana addiction and finding an effective treatment can be challenging. Today, I want to explore how ayahuasca might offer support for those seeking to overcome their dependency on marijuana. Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, has been gaining attention for […]
Hello everyone, I’m Sam Believ, founder of LaWayra Retreat near Medellin, Colombia. Trauma can have a profound and lasting impact on an individual’s life, affecting mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Today, I want to explore how ayahuasca might offer a path towards healing for those carrying the weight of trauma. Ayahuasca, a powerful plant-based brew […]
Key Takeaways LaWayra Retreat, near Medellin, Colombia, shares real participant stories about personal change after guided ayahuasca ceremonies. Guests commonly report progress with anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, and relationship struggles, along with more clarity and purpose. LaWayra’s approach centers on community support, guidance from experienced shamans, and respect for indigenous traditions. Overview Hello everyone, I’m […]
Key Takeaways Ayahuasca is a traditional Amazonian brew made from Banisteriopsis caapi and Psychotria viridis, containing DMT and harmala alkaloids (MAO inhibitors) that make DMT active when taken orally. Early research suggests ayahuasca may reduce depression and anxiety symptoms, possibly through effects on serotonin signaling (including serotonin transporters and 5-HT2A receptor activity) and glutamate transport […]
Key Takeaways Setting clear, actionable goals after an ayahuasca ceremony helps turn insights into real, day-to-day change. Use SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) to keep post-ceremony goals realistic and trackable. Combine short-term habits (journaling, meditation, weekly therapy) with long-term goals (healthier relationships, purpose-led work) to sustain progress. Build an integration plan with routine, […]
Key Takeaways Integration starts right after the retreat, go slow, rest, and give yourself quiet time to reflect so the insights don’t fade. Use grounding habits daily, such as mindfulness meditation, time in nature, and light exercise, to help your body and nervous system settle. Capture what came up in ceremony with journaling or creative […]
Key Takeaways Ayahuasca is a traditional Amazonian brew made from Banisteriopsis caapi (harmala alkaloids, MAOIs) and Psychotria viridis (DMT), which work together to produce oral psychoactive effects. Early research and observational reports link guided ayahuasca ceremonies with lower grief severity and reduced trauma-related symptoms in some participants, but the evidence is still developing. Many people […]
Key Takeaways Feeling fear before an ayahuasca ceremony is normal, the experience can bring up strong emotions and memories, and many people feel better when they know what to expect. Common physical effects include nausea, vomiting (purging), sweating, and temporary discomfort, these are widely seen as part of the process in traditional ceremonies. Safety starts […]
