Cura Medicina presents the transformative power of psychedelics, plant medicines, and ancestral healing in this illuminating conversation of alternative medicine with Paulina. Discover her journey from psychedelics to guiding ceremonies, explore the nuances of medicines like Iboga and mushrooms, and gain insights into integrating sacred experiences into daily life.

Paulina shares her personal journey into plant medicines work, starting from her first LSD experience at 18. Deep dive into the differences between Iboga and Ibogaine, including their traditional and therapeutic uses. She offers practical insights into designing safe and meaningful mushroom and plant medicine ceremonies and the role of ancestral healing, altars, and energy clearing in spiritual practice

Paulina is an Ibogaine facilitator and plant-based medicine practitioner using plant therapy to offer holistic healing. We explore the effects of Ibogaine on addiction, focusing on its physiological impact on the brain and the subsequent lack of cravings and withdrawals experienced by individuals post-treatment. It highlights the detoxification process and the potential for personal insights during the journey.

Takeaways

Ibogaine resets receptors in the brain.

Post-Ibogaine, individuals often lack cravings.

The detox process can be profound.

Insights may not be immediate, but can develop over time with plant medicines

Withdrawal symptoms are significantly reduced after treatment.

The experience can vary greatly from person to person.

Physiological changes can lead to psychological benefits.

The journey can help in understanding the root of addiction.

Support systems are crucial post-treatment.

Long-term effects can last for months after the experience.

Keywords: Ibogaine, addiction, cravings, huachuma, Psilocybin, plant medicines, psychedelic, sacred plant medicine, spirituality

Sound bites

"Imagine having a really deep detox."

"They experience that they don't have cravings."

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• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ayahuasca: A Beginner's Guide⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Sacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine Design⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Hapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon Rainforest⁠⁠

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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at ⁠https://vozesdafloresta.org/⁠

Outroll Music by Derek

My Vision & Prayer

May all beings be happy.

May all beings be free.

May all beings find their way home.

~ Om Mani Padme Hum

In this episode of Cuda Medicina, Derek welcomes Alex P. to share his transformative journey with Iboga, a powerful psychedelic root from Gabon, Africa. Alex recounts his experiences with various plant medicines, including Ayahuasca, and how they have positively impacted his life. He emphasizes the unique qualities of Iboga, describing it as a deeply introspective medicine that focuses on healing the mind rather than the soul. Alex shares insights from his two ceremonies, detailing stark differences from Ayahuasca, particularly the emphasis on inner exploration and the absence of colorful visions. Instead, he describes a more cerebral experience, where he felt his brain being healed and purged of old emotional baggage.

Throughout the conversation, Alex highlights the importance of intention and preparation for such journeys, as well as the cultural significance of Iboga in Gabonese traditions. He discusses the rigorous safety protocols in place for participants and the profound effects the medicine had on his mental clarity and emotional well-being. The episode concludes with Alex reflecting on the lessons learned and the importance of being present in the moment, encouraging listeners to trust their own journeys with plant medicine.

Takeaways

• Iboga is a deeply introspective medicine that focuses on healing the mind.
• The first night of Iboga is about clearing old mental files.
• Iboga's effects are more cerebral compared to the colorful visions of Ayahuasca.
• The facilitators emphasize being present and addressing personal intentions during the ceremony.
• Healing from Iboga can lead to significant mental clarity and emotional well-being.

Sound Bites

• "Iboga is the strongest medicine out there."
• "What am I doing here? This is a waste of time."
• "I literally said, I'm a different human."

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Cuda Medicina
• 01:09 Alex's Journey with Psychedelics
• 04:25 Understanding Iboga: Origins and Significance1
• 2:22 The Ceremony Experience: A Different Approach
• 28:19 Challenges and Reflections During the Ceremony2
• 9:37 The Journey Begins: First Impressions of Iboga
• 30:29 The Distinct Experience: Ayahuasca vs. Iboga
• 32:38 Clearing the Mind: The First Night's Purpose
• 36:28 Night Two: A Deeper Dive into Healing
• 40:29 Visions and Beings: Encounters Beyond the Veil
• 44:19 Transformative Healing: The Power of Iboga
• 50:12 Reflections on the Experience and Future Paths

Tags: Iboga ceremony, Iboga, Plant Medicine, Psychedelic, Spiritual Healing

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Derek's Books on Amazon:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ayahuasca: A Beginner's Guide⁠
• ⁠Sacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine Design⁠
• ⁠Hapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon Rainforest⁠

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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/
Outroll Music by Derek
My Vision & Prayer

May all beings be happy.

May all beings be free.
May all beings find their way home.
~ Om Mani Padme Hum

In this episode, Cura Medicina presents Marcia Earhart; we explore the profound journey of grief, healing, and self-discovery through the lens of a skilled grief and trauma coach. Discover how acknowledging death, unpacking emotional layers, and cultivating healthy habits can transform loss into a pathway to renewal and a deeper sense of purpose in life. This starts with how we navigate the grieving process. Embracing grief leads to transformative healing experiences.

We explore the profound journey of the grieving process, healing, hope, and self-discovery through the lens of a skilled grief and trauma coach. Discover how acknowledging death, unpacking emotional layers, and cultivating healthy habits can transform loss into a pathway to renewal and a deeper sense of purpose in life.

Marcia Earhart shares her profound insights on grief, identity, and healing. She emphasizes that grief is an integral part of life, encompassing not just the loss of loved ones but also dreams, relationships, and expectations.

This episode offers compassionate insights and practical tools to help you navigate grief and find renewal in every season of life.

Key Topics

• The significance of recognizing death as a natural part of life and the seasons of grief

• How childhood experiences and identity shape our coping response to loss

• The importance of authentic self-expression versus learned behaviors

• Practical tools for grief recovery and sorrow, including breath work and trauma unpacking

• The role of community, purpose, mourning, and healthy habits in moving forward after loss

• The concept of grief as an ongoing exchange—releasing and receiving

• How to identify unresolved grief and incorporate it into healing

• Holistic approaches: mind, body, soul, and spirit integration during grief

• Strategies for cultivating gratitude and reconnecting with life after loss

• Supporting others through empathetic presence and capacity

Tags: cura medicina, grief, grieving process, heelers and seekers stories, navigating grief and loss

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Connect with Marcia

Website: https://www.thesterlingrosesanctuary.us/

Derek's Books on Amazon

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ayahuasca: A Beginner's Guide⁠
• ⁠Sacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine Design⁠
• ⁠Hapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon Rainforest⁠

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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/
Outroll Music by Brandy

My Vision & Prayer
May all beings be happy.

May all beings be free.
May all beings find their way home.

~ Om Mani Padme Hum

In this episode, Derek and Mary discuss her recent experience with a plant-based diet in Peru, focusing on the healing properties of Chuchuhuasi. Mary shares her journey through the Amazon, the ceremonies she witnessed, and the profound personal insights she gained. The conversation delves into the spiritual and physical aspects of plant diets, highlighting the importance of integrity and energetic healing.

Chuchuhuasi, plant diet, Amazon, energetic healing, integrity, ceremony, Peru, spiritual journey, ayahuasca, plant medicine

Takeaways

• The integrity of your energetic field is crucial for personal wholeness.
• Chuchuhuasi offers both physical and energetic healing properties.
• Plant diets involve deep spiritual and personal exploration.
• Ceremonies in the Amazon provide unique insights and connections.
• The jungle itself is a powerful healer, beyond the plants ingested.
• Energetic purging can be as intense as physical purging.
• The concept of integrity is tied to being whole and untouched.
• Dreams and ceremonies reveal ongoing personal lessons.
• Connecting with plant spirits can guide personal growth.
• The journey to the Amazon is as transformative as the ceremonies.

Sound Bites

• "Integrity means being whole and untouched."
• "Chuchuhuasi offers profound energetic healing."
• "The jungle itself is a powerful healer."
• "Energetic purging can be intense."
• "Ceremonies reveal ongoing personal lessons."
• "Connecting with plant spirits guides growth."
• "The Amazon journey is transformative."
• "Integrity is tied to personal wholeness."
• "Dreams reveal lessons from the diet."
• "Plant diets involve deep spiritual exploration."

Chapters

• 00:00:00 Exploring Energetic Wholeness and Plant Diets
• 00:04:41 Mary's Path to Chuchuhuasi in the Peruvian Jungle

• 00:12:32 Cleansing and Connecting with Chuchuhuasi Daily

• 00:19:30 Deepening the Bond with Chuchuhuasi in Ceremony

• 00:25:41 Confronting the Trickster and Healing the Energetic Field

• 00:37:13 Deepening Connection with Plants and Ancestors

• 00:43:55 Reflections on the Transformative Power of the Amazon

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Derek's Books on Amazon:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ayahuasca: A Beginner's Guide⁠
• ⁠Sacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine Design⁠
• ⁠Hapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon Rainforest⁠

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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/
Outroll Music by Derek Dodds
My Vision & Prayer

May all beings be happy.

May all beings be free.
May all beings find their way home.
~ Om Mani Padme Hum

In this enlightening conversation, Christy Lemaster shares her journey into Kundalini Yoga, detailing its transformative effects on her life and her call to play the gong. She explains the structure of a typical Kundalini Yoga class, the connection between yoga and sound healing, and her recent spiritual journey to India. Christy reflects on the cultural insights gained from her experiences in India, the highs and lows of her trip, and the profound lessons learned through her practice of Kundalini Yoga and Ayurveda.
Takeaways

• Kundalini Yoga combines ancient practices for spiritual connection.
• Christy began her daily practice during the COVID lockdown.
• A typical Kundalini Yoga class includes tuning in, kriyas, and meditation.
• The gong is a powerful instrument in sound healing.
• Christy felt a deep sense of safety and joy in India.
• The food in India was rich and flavorful, enhancing her experience.
• High points of the trip included a joyful dance party on the bus.
• Kundalini Yoga has taught Christy the importance of breath.
• Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to health and wellness.
• Christy emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-regulation.

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Derek's Books on Amazon:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ayahuasca: A Beginner's Guide⁠
• ⁠Sacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine Design⁠
• ⁠Hapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon Rainforest⁠

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Kundalini Yoga
• 03:02 Christy's Journey with Kundalini Yoga
• 05:54 Structure of a Kundalini Yoga Class
• 08:45 The Connection Between Kundalini Yoga and Sound Work
• 14:30 Experiences in India: A Soul Journey
• 23:30 Cultural Insights and Spiritual Practices in India
• 29:37 Reflections on the Trip: Highs and Lows
• 31:17 The Transformative Power of Kundalini Yoga
• 35:02 Ayurvedic Insights and Recommendations
• 37:56 Closing Practice: Kirtankriya Meditation

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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/
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My Vision & Prayer

• May all beings be free.

• May all beings find their way home.
• May all beings be happy.
  ~ Om Mani Padme Hum

In this episode, Derek and Sam, the Founder of Lawayra Ayahuasca Retreat in Colombia, discuss the transformative power of ayahuasca, sharing personal experiences and insights into the spiritual and healing journeys it facilitates. They explore the differences between Colombian and Peruvian ayahuasca traditions, the importance of integration, and the impact of ayahuasca on personal growth and healing. The conversation also touches on the logistics of attending retreats and the cultural significance of ayahuasca ceremonies.

• Ayahuasca can lead to profound personal transformation and healing.
• Integration is a crucial part of the ayahuasca experience.
• Colombian and Peruvian ayahuasca traditions have unique characteristics.
• Ayahuasca retreats offer a structured environment for healing.
• Personal growth often involves confronting and healing past traumas.
• The cultural context of ayahuasca ceremonies enriches the experience.
• Ayahuasca can help with mental and physical health issues.
• The logistics of attending a retreat are an important consideration.
• Ayahuasca ceremonies are deeply spiritual and communal experiences.
• The journey with ayahuasca is ongoing and deeply personal.

Sound Bites

• "Ayahuasca can lead to profound personal transformation."
• "Integration is a crucial part of the ayahuasca experience."
• "Colombian and Peruvian ayahuasca traditions have unique characteristics."
• "Ayahuasca retreats offer a structured environment for healing."
• "Personal growth often involves confronting and healing past traumas."
• "The cultural context of ayahuasca ceremonies enriches the experience."
• "Ayahuasca can help with mental and physical health issues."
• "The logistics of attending a retreat are an important consideration."
• "Ayahuasca ceremonies are deeply spiritual and communal experiences."
• "The journey with ayahuasca is ongoing and deeply personal."

Chapters

• Introduction to Ayahuasca
• Personal Experiences and Transformations
• Understanding Ayahuasca Traditions
• The Importance of Integration
• Logistics of Attending a Retreat
• Cultural Significance of Ayahuasca Ceremonies

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Connect with Sam:

• https://ayahuascaincolombia.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/lawayra_retreat/

Derek's Books on Amazon:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ayahuasca: A Beginner's Guide⁠
• ⁠Sacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine Design⁠
• ⁠Hapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon Rainforest⁠

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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/

My Vision & Prayer

May all beings be happy.

May all beings be free.
May all beings find their way home.

~ Om Mani Padme Hum

In this enlightening conversation, Amy Marohn shares her journey of spiritual awakening and transformation through hypnosis and mediumship. She discusses her experiences with spirit communication, the power of self-hypnosis, and the importance of connecting with one's higher self. Amy also delves into her protective practices and the role of spirit guides in her work, emphasizing the significance of love and humility in healing.

• Amy Marohn experienced a profound spiritual awakening that transformed her life.
• She emphasizes the power of self-hypnosis in connecting with one's higher self.
• Spirit communication plays a significant role in Amy's healing practices.
• Amy uses protective practices to maintain a safe and positive energy space.
• She believes in the importance of love and humility in healing work.
• Amy's journey includes a deep connection with spirit guides and the spirit realm.
• She highlights the transformative potential of spiritual hypnosis.
• Amy shares her experiences of mediumship and spirit communication.
• Her work centers on empowering clients to access their inner wisdom.
• Amy's practices are rooted in love, humility, and a deep connection with spirit.

Sound Bites

• "Spirit had more faith in me than I had in myself."
• "I was divinely guided in the path ahead."
• "The answers lie within you."
• "Love and humility are key in healing work."
• "Spirit communication is a powerful tool."
• "Self-hypnosis connects us to our higher self."
• "Protection practices maintain positive energy."
• "Empower clients to access their inner wisdom."
• "Mediumship opens doors to the spirit realm."
• "Love is the most powerful form of healing."

Chapters

• 00:00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Awakening
• 00:00:09 Experiencing Spirit Communication
• 00:00:45 Journey into Hypnosis and Healing
• 00:02:00 The Role of Spirit Guides
• 00:03:31 Love and Humility in Healing
• 00:05:05 Mediumship and Spirit Communication
• 00:07:52 Empowering Inner Wisdom

Connect with Amy: https://sensoriumhypnosis.com/

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Derek's Books on Amazon

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ayahuasca: A Beginner's Guide⁠
• ⁠Sacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine Design⁠
• ⁠Hapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon Rainforest⁠

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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/

Outroll Music by Clarke Thorell

My Vision & Prayer

• May all beings be happy.
• May all beings be free.
• May there be peace on Earth.

~ Om Mani Padme Hum