also known as Yagé, is a traditional entheogenic beverage
Used by different cultures of the Amazon rainforest for hundreds of years. Its purpose is to heal the body, mind, and spirit, and is a profound tool for self-discovery. During an Ayahuasca ceremony, the Shaman builds a strong connection between the medicine and the participant to support them and their intentions.The word Ayahuasca comes from the Quechua language. “Aya” means “spirit” or “death”, and Huasca means, “rope”, “cord” or “vine”. In the Cosmo Vision of the indigenous Amazonian people, Ayahuasca is the rope that allows the spirit to leave the body without the body dying, but letting die everything we no longer need.The brew is composed of two plants. Their scientific names are Banisteriopsis caapi (the vine) and Psychotria viridis, also known as Chacruna (the leaf). Chacruna contains Dimethyltryptamine (DMT), a natural compound found in plants, animals, and humans. Ayahuasca is considered potent, visionary, and profound. It works in the limbic system (the hypothalamus, amygdala, hippocampus, prefrontal cortex, and others), the parts of the brain that work together to process memory, emotions, and stress responses. This medicine, served under the responsibility, respect, love and awareness required, makes for an experience of deep healing.
Huachuma
also known as San Pedro, is a hallucinogenic cactus with the scientific name of Echinopsis pachanoi
Native to a large region of South America, (Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, Chile, and Argentina), this medicine has been used by various indigenous cultures like the Quechuas, Aimaras, Chavin and others. They key purpose of therapeutic ceremonies with Huachuma are emotional well-being, spiritual connection, mental clarity, physical well-being, vision and orientation, celebration, and communion. The psychoactive component found in this cactus is a naturally occurring alkaloid called mescaline. This alkaloid interacts with the central nervous system, including the prefrontal cortex, limbic system, and nucleus accumbens.It is common to experience heightened sensory perception, visions, and emotional effects. When used therapeutically, Huachuma can bring a state of heightened awareness that can be very pleasant and challenging at the same time. For this reason, the responsible use and measured dose of this medicine makes for a unique and holistic healing experience.
Rapé
also known as Hapé, is a medicine from South America (Peru, Brazil, and Ecuador)
It has been used by numerous tribes, such as the Yawanawá and Cashinahua, for hundredsof years for healing, connection, and purification purposes. Rapé is composed of mainlypulverized tobacco leaves. Each tribe, according to their Cosmo Vision, would mix differentmedicinal plants and ashes from sacred fires into the blend.
Despacho Ceremony
is a traditional Andean ritual originating from the Q’ero
people of Perú’s Andean region. In this ceremony, participants create an offering bundle or“Despacho” using various natural items such as flowers, seeds, herbs, and other symbolicelements. Participants offer their intentions, gratitude, and prayers to the spirits of the earth,sky, mountains, and other natural elements, seeking blessings, healing, and guidance. TheDespacho ceremony is thought to create a reciprocal relationship between humans and nature,promoting a sense of interconnectedness, gratitude, and reverence for the Earth. It can alsoprovide a space for emotional healing, personal transformation, and spiritual connection
Hierba Luisa (Lemongrass) Cleansing
A detoxifying tea used to prepare the body for other medicines. Hierba Luisa promotes overall health and wellbeing, enhancing the effectiveness of subsequent healing practices.
