Ayahuasca, a powerful psychedelic brew, is gaining attention for its potential therapeutic effects. It contains the active compounds dimethyltryptamine (DMT) and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), which can interact with various medications. This can lead to unexpected effects, making it crucial for individuals to understand these interactions. Ayahuasca is known to interact significantly with antidepressants and […]
I’m Sam Believ, founder of LaWayra Retreat near Medellin, Colombia. If you’ve ever been curious about ayahuasca and its effects, you’re not alone. This powerful plant medicine has been used for centuries by indigenous cultures for healing and spiritual growth. Today, I’d like to provide a comprehensive overview of what you can expect from an […]
Key Takeaways Rapé (also spelled rapeh) is a sacred Amazonian snuff made from finely ground tobacco and other medicinal plants. Rapé is not smoked, it is blown into the nostrils using a pipe called a kuripe (self-application) or a tepi (applied by another person). Indigenous Amazon tribes use rapé for grounding, mental focus, energetic cleansing, […]
Key Takeaways Ayahuasca is a traditional Amazonian psychoactive brew, commonly made from Psychotria viridis (DMT source) and Banisteriopsis caapi (MAO inhibitors that make DMT orally active). People who feel lost or stuck sometimes use ayahuasca ceremonies for introspection, emotional processing, and clarity about values, goals, and life direction. Common short-term physical effects can include nausea, […]
Key Takeaways Ayahuasca is a traditional South American plant medicine used in ceremonial settings to support deep introspection and self-reflection. Many people report that ayahuasca helps them see old problems from new angles, which can increase self-awareness and clarify next steps in personal growth. Commonly reported outcomes include emotional release, spiritual insight, and changes in […]
Who is Taita? Understanding Colombian Ayahuasca Tradition If you’re exploring the world of ayahuasca, especially in Colombia, you might’ve come across the term ‘Taita“. Taita, in many indigenous Colombian cultures, is more than just a title. It’s a mark of deep respect, denoting a healer or a shaman, specifically one who conducts ayahuasca ceremonies. Another […]
