Yoga and ayahuasca, when combined, create a powerful synergy for personal transformation. Yoga helps prepare the body and mind, making the ayahuasca experience more profound by releasing tension and calming the nervous system. Through specific asanas, practitioners can open energetic channels, enhancing their journey with the plant medicine. In recent times, retreats have adopted this […]
Ayahuasca, a traditional Amazonian brew, has gained attention for its potential effects on emotional intelligence. Rooted in indigenous cultural practices, this powerful psychedelic combines ingredients like Banisteriopsis caapi and Psychotria viridis, which are known for their psychoactive properties. Recent studies have suggested that ayahuasca can alter cognitive and emotional processes, potentially aiding in the treatment […]
Key Takeaways There’s no single “right” time to return to ayahuasca; a good sign is a clear inner calling, clear intentions, and feeling mentally and physically ready. Most people benefit from waiting weeks to months between ceremonies so they can integrate insights into daily life (journaling, therapy, community support, routine changes). Consider your last ceremony’s […]
Key Takeaways Ayahuasca is a traditional Amazonian brew (often made from Banisteriopsis caapi and Psychotria viridis) that can trigger intense self-reflection in a guided ceremonial setting. Many participants report “ego dissolution” (a temporary drop in self-focused thinking), which can increase humility, empathy, and a sense of connection to others. Experiences vary by person, dose, setting, […]
Key Takeaways Ayahuasca may help some people process breakup grief by bringing up emotions and offering new personal insights during ceremony. A breakup can trigger stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance), and naming these stages can help normalize what you feel. Safe preparation matters, avoid interacting drugs and medications, follow dietary guidance, and […]
Reading List for Ayahuasca: Essential Books to Prepare for Your first Retreat If you’re gearing up for an Ayahuasca retreat at LaWayra, or simply curious about this transformative South American brew, diving into some essential readings can enhance your understanding and make your experience all the more profound. I prepared a reading list for you […]
