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Articles on preparation, culture, and the journey of transformation

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Safety•6 min read

Ayahuasca and Fibromyalgia

Exploring ayahuasca with fibromyalgia requires caution, screening, and realistic expectations. Learn about potential benefits, risks, medications, and safety considerations.

June 13, 2026Read

Preparation•9 min read

What to Bring to your Ayahuasca Retreat and What to Leave Behind

Prepare for your ayahuasca retreat with a practical packing list covering clothing, toiletries, ceremony essentials, travel documents, and what not to bring.

June 2, 2026Read

Lineage•11 min read

Mambe and Ambil: The Word and Power of Sacred Colombian Medicine

An in-depth guide to Mambe (sacred coca) and Ambil (sacred tobacco) — two of the most important plant medicines in Amazonian Indigenous wisdom.

June 1, 2026Read

Preparation•11 min read

How to Prepare for an Ayahuasca Retreat

A grounded ayahuasca retreat preparation guide covering screening, medications, diet, packing, intentions, ceremony expectations, and integration support.

June 1, 2026Read

Integration•7 min read

Post-Ayahuasca Integration: What To Do Next

What to do after ayahuasca: a grounded guide to rest, reflection, support, emotional care, and post-retreat integration after ceremony.

May 31, 2026Read

Safety•7 min read

Is Ayahuasca Legal in Colombia?

Ayahuasca and yagé are openly practiced in Colombia, but legality is only one part of choosing a responsible retreat. Learn what travelers should know.

May 31, 2026Read

Experience•5 min read

Explore the different types of ayahuasca journeys people commonly experience - emotional, spiritual, physical, psychological, and relational. Learn what may arise during ceremony and why every process is different.

May 29, 2026Read