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Takeaways from the Video
- Ayahuasca Ceremonies at Shamanic Way of Light are held at night, outside, and in nature so that you can be grounded and connected to Mother Earth.
- Ceremonies last 4 - 6 hours.
- You can feel a very heavy, ancestral energy surrounding yourself.
- Many long time users of Ayahuasca wear instruments of power (head pieces, necklaces, etc.) and play instruments to symbolize Shamanism.
- Instruments and music also help pull out energy and move it, causing many people to dance.
- The medicine is an introspective work, so you must not disturb others or talk, unless you need help or other medicines applied.
- Shamanic Way of Light is an open space and judgment free zone.
- The firepit helps transmit energy and connect to the spiritual realm, but it can only be touched by Shamans and guides.
- You can always ask for other medicines such as Rapé or Sananga if you are needing to purge or get further into the energy.
- Shamans smoke tabaco and blow smoke to help cleanse participants of unwanted energy.
- You are allowed to smoke tabaco as well, and pipes will be provided.
- The energy of Ayahuasca can be expressed in many forms; dancing, yawning, crying, vomiting, laughing, using the restroom, or changes of body temperature. This is because it cures from the inside out.
- The medicines knows what you need, you just have to put your trust in it.
- Ayahuasca can help with addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, self-love, forgiveness, and your inner child by giving you access to the physical and spiritual cure.
OTHER MEDICINES AT CEREMONIES
Rapé
Sananga
Sananga
Rapé, also known as Hapé, Rapeh, and Hapeh, is a nasal snuff medicine that is applied to the nostrils. It has deep roots in indigenous cultures, and is an integral part of tribal life and healing. Rapé helps balance and clean energy, so that Ayahuasca can have its full effect. It can also be used on its own to help purge negative emotions and stress from the body, or to aid in connecting with ancestors.
Sananga
Sananga
Sananga
Sananga is a liquid medicine that is applied to the eyes like eye drops. It is a very strong liquid that causes a burning sensation to take over the eyes. It is used to clear your actual vision, as well as your mind's vision. Tribes have used Sanaga as a natural alternative to treat for Cataracts Disease of the eyes.
Kambô
Tabaco
Tabaco
Kambô is a medicine made from the poison of Giant Monkey Frogs. Our Shamans burn a small hole or holes into your flesh and then apply the Kambo to the wound(s). Kambô is used to purify the body, mind, and spirit from toxins. Kambô is a natural way to cleanse and purge your body from unwanted parasites and energies.
Tabaco
Tabaco
Tabaco
Tabaco can be made from the leaves of many different plants. Shamans often smoke from blessed tabaco pipes and then blow the smoke directly on to you. The smoke invites ancestors and guides to protect you during your journey. Smoking the tabaco can also cleanse and center your energy.
PHOTOS OF OUR MEDICINES
Ayahuasca
Rapé & Applicators
Rapé & Applicators
Rapé & Applicators
Rapé & Applicators
Rapé & Applicators
Kambô & Sananga
Rapé & Applicators
Kambô & Sananga
Tabaco & Pipes
Rapé & Applicators
Kambô & Sananga
SPIRITUAL WORKSHOPS
At Shamanic Way of Light, we believe in the power of nature and mindfulness to promote healing and transformation. Our philosophy is rooted in the idea that when we connect with our ancestors and nature, practicing gratitude becomes second nature. This allows us to tap into our inner wisdom and find true peace and happiness.
Self-Love/Expansion of Consciousness
One of our most powerful and important workshops that allows you to find a path to your higher self. During this workshop, we use medicines and exercises that guide you to unlock the deepest parts of your mind. The intention behind this workshop is focused around letting go of what you cannot control and purely existing and loving yourself at a higher frequency. Performing this workshop with our Shamans is a vital part of our retreat process.
Connecting with Your Inner Masculine/Feminine
Sometimes there are spiritual roadblocks when one tries to connect to either their inner masculine or inner feminine. Our lead Shamans conduct specific masculine/feminine workshops so that you can hurdle over those roadblocks. They use many exercises and a curated playlist to help bring forth masculine or feminine energies. You will be taught how to channel their inner masculine or feminine guides, so that they can aide you during your journey.
Couple Connection Workshop
Our Couple's Connection Workshop aims to help couples connect on a deeper level. Whether you're newly weds experiencing your first big disagreement or you've been married for a while and things just don't feel the same, our workshop uses ancient medicine and guidance to get you back to existing on the same frequency.
Yoga in Nature
You get to enjoy morning yoga surrounded by the beautiful landscape of Brazil. Our guided yoga workshops focus on stretches that relax both the body and mind. This allows for every day to be started on a positive note, and invites the right energies into the retreat journey.
Reiki/Energy Healing
Reiki is the technique of using energy as a healing instrument. Shamans use their hands to guide the energy inside a your body, all while never actually touching you. It is a great and sacred practice that pushes away pain, anxiety, and negative emotions. We use this workshop to prepare you for your first Ayahuasca ceremony, so that you can bring positive energy into the experience.
Essential Oils Flower Bath
Natural essential oils have been used for thousands of years to promote healing and sacred connections. Our essential oils bath combines oils and flowers that open up the body and mind to relaxation and peace. The baths are also an important step to washing away negative energies and feelings.
Making of the Medicines
At Shamanic Way of Light, we want our you to have a fully immersive journey. That is why we allow you to see how our medicines are made and blessed by Shamans. You will learn the importance of ancient wisdom and traditions used every day in shamanic cultures. We ask that you please respect these practices wholeheartedly.