I'm half Quechua and my white friends think it's cool that I do ayahuasca ceremonies, but they don't understand that for me it's not a psychedelic experience—it's talking to my ancestors and I can't explain why their casual attitude makes me feel so angry.
More people experience this than they realize.
The commodification of sacred practices creates a painful tension between sharing wisdom and protecting its sanctity.
“Where Are You with Indigenous spiritualities — South America?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.