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"I attended a two night ayahuasca ceremony in Australia and I can honestly say that the experience was life changing for me. As a 50+ woman with complex PTSD from unresolved childhood traumas and zero experience with psychedelics, I initially felt vulnerable and apprehensive, however I came with a curious mind and an open heart. Jaya and Hayley provided a nurturing container that I felt completely safe in, they are not people who’ve done a little bit of training in psychedelic therapy, this is their life’s work. Their years of experience, knowledge and commitment to helping everyone in ceremony was abundantly clear from the moment that we sat together. The ceremonies themselves were intense healing experiences that were thoughtfully guided with music, song, poems and prayers, creating a powerful flow and providing a strong connection to the medicine. It was a deeply spiritual experience for me (and I don’t consider myself particularly spiritual in my everyday life). The last few years I’ve worked consistently on my healing journey with breath and somatic work, meditation, yoga and traditional psychology, although I had made lots of progress, depression still plagued me and the results gained from those modalities alone, were nothing compared to what I experienced through the healing power of ayahuasca. I achieved a deep connection with myself, an understanding that had previously been elusive to me and insights that made my life make sense. I was able to unlock doors in my psyche and move old energy out that had been literally stuck for decades, allowing space for a more positive future. I departed the weekend full of love, light and joy. I will be forever grateful for the experience I shared with this beautiful community. If the medicine is calling to you, then trust that you’re in the right place and Forest Path is without doubt the community to support your journey."

"Jaya and Hayley are angels on earth transmitting love and light through music and medicine. They share wisdom and healing with grace and humility. It is an honor to receive such a sacrament in their noble presence. Their devotion is an inspiration to all of humanity."

"My time with Haley and Jaya was nothing short of divine perfection. If you are looking for a sign to move forward with an experience with Haley and Jaya, then this is it. My heart beats stronger and with more light due to my time with these two beautiful souls who embody the beauty way with an impeccability I have not seen before. I am deeply grateful and humbled to have had an opportunity to sit in ceremony with them. Blessings to all who come upon this review and to Haley and Jaya. "

"I just finished an Ayahuasca Immersion with the Forest Path. I first sat with them in 2021 for a ceremony and attended an immersion in 2023. There's so much I want to compliment: yummy & healthy food, a beautiful, tranquil, comfortable temple space, I enjoyed lovely accommodations next door at Casa Colibri, with the music/sound selections and presentation I feel I'm surrounded by healing frequencies, especially this year as Hayley and Jaya have continued teaching trainings - their dedication to the relationship between vibration and healing continues to provide a deep and transformative experience. Jaya holds a sage-like poetic wisdom that I appreciate - he will also make you laugh! Hayley is exceptionally organized, clean, tender, attentive to all the little details, a true divine light being when she sings. Her nurturing blossoms in song especially within harmonization. Their love is beautiful to behold and they bring others around them with great capacity for love. I felt welcomed, safe, supported and cared for. I enjoyed spending time with our group as everyone was genuine and kind. There was truly a lot of love and light in the room the entire immersion. I would recommend them to anyone who is curious to drink ayahuasca, who wants to experience the healing potential of plant medicine, who loves music and would benefit from more love and light in their life. "

"Look for my article ion my own personal experience in the New York Post (online edition), with a tentative publication of June 11, 2024. My frustration began with the absolute absence of their follow through on advising me on the subject of pre-existing intake of my RX, Paxil. I think I was the only Ayahuasca “virgin” in attendance (not 100% yet) and, if so, might should have been the one who they monitored or guided the most. Instead, I was abjectly ignored and not given any advice or guidance. Every single one of the staff were themselves in such an altered state of consciousness that they could not have been capable of being of service to even the resident kitty cat. I know, because I was as straight as a plank the entire retreat. One of the staff, Maria, came within inches of tumbling backwards off a 8-10 foot embankment while trying to FORCE me to go back inside the building (after I finally couldn’t tolerate one prolonged “song” of tortured wailing. The only participants that I witnessed puking and seemingly out of control were the staff. My assessment of the group of young people leading this organization’s ayahuasca retreat is they’re living the extremely altered reality of being the kids of some wealthy family and are PLAYING with this plant medicine. And, they couldn’t be bothered with even replying to my email of complaint about my experience. Doesn’t matter, already planning my trip to Peru. However, an estimated 5 million people will read my exposé on my experience with ForestPath. Peace to you❣️"

"Signing up with Forest Path for my 1st Ayahuasca experience was the best decision I've ever made. No one could have done it better than them. The group of facilitators really made sure everybody was taken care of. Everyone is highly knowledgeable about plant medicine, and full of words of wisdom, the live music was unmatched and everybody was full of love. Even just for 2 days together, I truly felt like I was part of a family that genuinely cares for each other. Much love!"

"I want to preface this review by saying this was my first time sitting with Ayahuasca and I was very nervous and tense going into the weekend. While I believe I had prepared well, I was still nervous about the unknown, how I'd feel and react to the medicine. I had a few chats with ISIS leading into the weekend, who helped comfort me and assured me everything was going to be fine. After the weekend I can confidently say I would do it again and maybe I didn't have to worry so much. Jaiaya and Hayley have created a warm welcoming space for people to come and heal. The ceremony itself was so so beautiful and the music they shared was incredible - the sheer amount of talent in that room from the instruments to the singing was something I've never heard before and music is one of my biggest passions. The experiences I had on the medicine were powerful and I took a lot away from them. The energy in the room and the people who came to retreat were all there as a community together. They took really good care of us, the food was amazing and overall it was a weekend I wish all of my friends and loved ones could experience. Whether this is your first time sitting or you've done it dozens of times, I'd highly recommend Forest Path!"

"I am so glad I chose Forest Path for my first aya immersion ceremony. I did 4 nights total with 3 ceremonies. I felt very safe and well taken care of by the entire team. Very important for my first time. Really really nice facilities. Great bathrooms near the temple. The temple is beautiful, right on the lake. I had so many wonderful break through sand this really changed my life. The food was excellent. The schedule was perfect. I cannot recommend this place enough. If you have decided to try aya, this is a wonderful place to start. You won’t regret it! "

"I was very nervous and scared before this ceremony as it was my first time sitting with Ayahuasca. I had many fears from what I've heard others say about their experience. I approached Ayahuasca very respectfully and slowly, asking her to please be gentle with me. She was extremely loving, delicate and gentle with me. She helped me realize that fear is darkness and we are beings of light. She helped me realize that I always have and always will be divinely protected and guided. As tears of pure love and joy fell down my cheeks I laughed all my fears away as I realized all of what she was saying. I am honored to have been able to sit down with Ayahuasca in such a beautiful place. The Icaros sounded divine, I am sure that angels were sitting with us as Letizia was singing. I have great respect and trust in Jaya and Hayley, having known them from before already, I knew this was the right place and time to sit with this divine magical medicine. I have been practicing meditation and yoga for years now, and I had just finished a month-long meditation course the day before the ceremony. I believe all of his helped. I encourage anyone looking for soul medicine to sit with Ayahuasca, specially in such a safe and secure environment as Casa Floresta. The only advice I can give is be sure to prepare yourself beforehand, to be respectful, come with an intention and ask her to be gentle, she will ! It took me almost a month to write this review. I took a long time to integrate. I am grateful beyond words and so happy to be able to tell others with all sincerity, there is nothing to fear but fear itself 💫 Thank you, thank you, thank you, Mafer 🪷🙏🏼💗"

"I had an amazing time at this retreat and it is more than what I could have hoped for! The organization and facilitation was impeccable with all the little details taken care of. The organizers and facilitators were devoted to providing the best experience to all participants. The location and view is magnificent! Big Thank You to all organizers and participants, I hope to be back again soon!"

"Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I had an amazing time at this retreat and it is more than what I could have hoped for. The organization and facilitation was impeccable with all the little details taken care of. The organizers and facilitators were devoted to providing the best experience to all participants. The location and view is magnificent! It was hard to leave as my heart and my voice felt so open and I felt connected to my SELF as well as to the group that has become like a family!"

"Had a very beautiful time at Forest Path - the space held and create by Hayley and Jaya and the rest of the team was great - the physical location is amazing - and everything surrounding the retreat organized. Highly recommend - a much lighter, sweeter, ceremony experience as well, if that is what one is seeking"

"The facilitators did an amazing job holding space for the ceremony and everyone in it. The location was warm and inviting. We all had our place on mats in a temple, participated in the ceremony, sang many songs, listened to Jaya's wisdom throughout each night, and each person was free to creatively express themselves if they so wished. Everyone was friendly and accepting of all walks of life. If you're someone on the fence about doing a ceremony, rest assured that you will be in good hands with Jaya and Hayley. One of the best experiences of my life! I will be doing more with these folks in the future."

"En todos los sentidos excepcional. Me sentí muy segura y en momentos difíciles bien atendida. El ambiente muy acogedor. La música tocó mis fibras más profundas. El equipo muy bien organizado. Los cantos, los poemas y las oraciones propiciaron un entorno espiritual único. Las instalaciones para este tipo de actividades de 5 estrellas. Lo que más me impactó, que también toda la logística fue muy profesional. Me encantó la información que recibí de antemano y la posibilidad de tener una videollamada con alguien para aclarar cualquier duda. Lo puedo recomendar sin reservas. "

"My ayahuasca retreat was probably one of the most trascendental experiences in my whole life. I kinda knew what to expect but my mind was blown. The Forest Path team is so knowledgeable and caring, I never felt at risk or doubting about what they were doing. The music they produce while doing it is just another level. It felt like being at a symphonic show. Please give yourself to try this experience with them. "

"My partner and I spent 10 days with the wonderful folks from the Forest Path family. We really enjoyed the time that we spent together. We learned a lot about native traditions from Peru and other traditions. We were inspired by the balance of influences that is woven together by the Forest Path team. It was challenging, illuminating and inviting. We are looking forward to the next opportunity that we have to spend time learning with these wonderful teachers. "

"We had the privilege of joining the Forest Path family for 3 nights of medicine prayers in Guatemala. Their team is well studied, caring, talented and welcoming. We really appreciated their unique and loving approach to this type of event. My partner and I have attended many gatherings of this type and this was hands down the best experience that we have had. Following the events, we signed up for their retreat in Peru. We highly recommend everything that the Forest Path offers and we look forward to studying with them again. "

"I was incredibly inspired by my experience with the Forest Path family. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and was struck by the immense beauty of the space. I was aware of so many intentional details to create a comfortable, connecting, and deeply sacred environment. And words can’t even begin to describe how spectacular the music was! What an impressive range of instruments and absolutely beautiful songs weaving together different traditions. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience and I’m already looking forward to future time spent with the Forest Path family."

"I can't really put into words the experience with the Forest Path family. What I can say is that I felt incredibly supported, safe, and loved. After some ceremonies with the abuela in which I had strongly struggled, I met Isis and she sparked trust in me, I decided to go on a 4-day journey where we had 2 Lotus Rising ceremonies with Adrian Freedman, a close friend of the Forest Path family. It was transformative! The amount of love in the room was palpable, each song perfectly synced, Jaya and Hayley beautifully holding an ever-flowing rhythmic sacred space, while Adrian and Gabi led and guided us through our inner journeys, with all the assistants that feel like divine helpers, always cleansing, smoking, assisting, ever-present with hearts full of love and compassion. My relationship with la abuela drastically changed for good. I am forever grateful for this beautiful family and I hope to get back to the lake and see them again for many years to come. Viva Casa Floresta!"

"I didn't go into the ceremony with any expectations, but had I, it would have exceeded anything imaginable. My most trusted spiritual companion had stumbled upon them in Guatemala. She was highly impressed with the immersive experience and generous giving from the guides, who were much more involved than her previous experiences. As synchronicity would have it, opportunity presented itself for me to have my own experience soon after the recommendation and connection. I have little to compare it to, since my practice with medicine is mostly private or with groups I have more established trust. I was blown away by the magnitude of love and support they cultivated and so freely gave, that became a collective outpour from every heart in the room. It was powerfully humbling and unlike anything I've known. I've been to temples and retreats where I've felt sensations kind of similar, but the energy they cultivated is indescribable, a reverb like no other. They mindfully incorporated sound, song, prayer, and scent to fully open the interdependent co-arising to us and then within us. Wow. It was a gift to be there. I'll leave it at that."

"My experience with the Forest Path was truly life changing. I highly recommend this work if you're looking for deeper healing, musical expansion or to embrace more spirituality in your life. "

"In a magnificent surrounding, with people, music and the mex temple and the Atitlan Lake and the volcanos as background 2 extraordinary days full of music, love and learnings. Casa Floresta, Jaya and Hayley are superb. "

"Spending three days with a wise friend and his family is transformational. The time I spent with Jaya and his family on the shores of Lake Atitlan will always bring feelings of gratitude. I have walked the spiritual path for 20 years but it was not until these three days that a fog was lifted from my understanding. Jaya’s transmissions opened a knowing that I had not been able to access before. To sit with this wise friend is a must on anyone’s spiritual path. With the deepest gratitude 🙏 always Jason. "

"Shanon was a great facilitator the strategies were pragmatic and enough to digest for 3 hours online. Kim's yoga and meditation were amazing and the people who attended all helped with positive energy. Makes me want to attend a physical retreat. This was the perfect reset for me in my stage of personal and professional transition."

"I have known Shannon Jamail, owner of Mind & Body Complete for several years. I find her to be one of the most giving, compassionate, aware, and, curious people I know. She brings that mindset to all of her retreats. I have attended several yoga retreats in the last 15 years and I continue to be pulled to Shannon's. The destinations are amazing from the desert in a tent, to a beautiful house near a vineyard to a beach house on the ocean to my own living room. Shannon partners with amazing women to create an experience focused on movement, meditation, feeding the physical body, mind, and soul, connection to the collective and some remarkable women. If you choose to allow it, this experience will inevitability create positive change in your world when you leave. I have made lifelong friendships I am forever grateful for. Thank you, Shannon and Mind & Body Complete."

"I attended a retreat in Santa Rosa Beach FL. It was absolutely amazing!! Shannon is such a beautiful and generous soul, she ensured all of my expectations were exceeded. The beach house was beautiful, the food was out of this world amazing, the yoga and wine were perfection...and the women I met were some of the most amazing goddesses I've had the privilege to know. I highly recommend investing in your own wellness and attending one of Shannon's retreats!!"

"If you are considering joining Shannon for a Mind & Body Complete retreat, DO IT! Let this be the "sign" you've been waiting for. You are here for a reason. You are reading this review for a reason. You are on the right path! I wholeheartedly believe that the right people for you to connect with (including Shannon with her inspirational, REAL and generous energy) will be waiting for you at this retreat! You will have the opportunity to BOND and create powerful friendships that last far beyond the few days you'll spend together. While there is time for connection, you'll also find time to TUNE IN. Shannon creates a peaceful space and you'll have the opportunity to DISconnect from everyday stresses like social media, your phone, your email... etc. to the extent that you choose. Shannon's thoughtful and capable team handle all the details of your retreat so that you're able to RELAX. Lastly, you'll find many opportunities to REPROGRAM. Shannon is a expert in her field and a thought leader. She is devoted to self development and she can help bring awareness to any thoughts or habits you're holding on to that are not serving you. It's easy to reflect and reprogram with Shannon because her work is so rooted in LOVE and she completely lacks judgement. You're accepted exactly as you are! But if you choose to seek improvement, it's there waiting for you. Jump in! Sign up! Enjoy! With Gratitude, Dee"

"Words cannot do justice to the experience I had when attending retreats with Shannon Jamail at Mindy & Body Complete. Shannon does an amazing job creating a loving, non-judgemental environment for women to dream, plan and reach their full potential. Choosing love over fear is Shannon's mantra that she lives by. The locations are amazing from nature retreats in the desert to relaxation in wine country to blissfulness at the beach you cannot make a bad location choice. The women who attend these retreats become long lasting tribe sisters. If you are ready to invest in yourself and be the change you want to see in the world book a retreat with Shannon and team."

"I absolutely love Mind & Body Complete retreats with Shannon and her team! Yoga and wine are two of my favorite things, however that is such a small piece of what I’ve gained from these experiences. I’ve attended two of Shannon’s retreats in different locations of California, and didn’t know a single person when I walked in the door for the first time. Although I came not knowing anyone, I left with lifelong friendships, incredible memories, and a heart full of gratitude. The connections you make on these retreats are indescribable. I learned how to meditate, went for walks in beautiful nature settings, and truly felt God’s presence. The peacefulness was totally needed for my generally anxious self. I love these retreats so much, I’m already signed up for next year!"

"I've done three Destin, FL retreats with Mind & Body. The Destin area is beautiful. The women I've met and friendships I have forged are dear to my heart. I deepen my meditation and yoga practice with each retreat. I come away feeling refreshed and reset. I highly reccomend Mind & Body Complete!"