Chuck says, "The staff at Gaia Sagrada is amazing l, as is the property. The participants are just greeted with love and laughter and life and encouraged to face difficult journeys with the plant medicine only to emerge as a better human being." See more
Casey says, "Sacha wasi was a truly transformative experience. Everyone was so well taken care of by Dr.Scott and the rest of the community members. The ceremonies were beautiful and grounding, the casitas comfortable, food delicious and environment wild." See more
Anonymous says, "It took me a long time to pick the right place for me due being overwhelmed with options. Couldn't be happier with my choice. It was my first time going to a retreat." See more
Keith says, "I was introduced to Alan in 2017, and spent a week at the Sacred Valley Healing Center to address some blockages, and to learn how I could best heal the deepest aspects at the root of significant health and life challenges." See more
Alana says, "Our Shaman and hosts were very loving and caring and kept us safe! We ate very well, with delicious and fresh homemade vegetarian food and quickly became connected with everyone on our retreat." See more
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Read MoreHaving a clear intention before the ceremony can make an incredible difference in how your experience unfolds.
Maintaining psychophysical purity, or some form of dieta can go a long way in warding off unnecessary suffering once you drink.
Make sure that your intentions are not actually your expectations. It’s in your best interest to let go of the illusion of control.