Shaman Jon Rasmussen's account details his extensive experience with Ayahuasca ceremonies in the Peruvian Amazon. He describes the preparation, the roles of the Ayahuascero (shaman) and participants, and the intense, transformative nature of the experience. Rasmussen emphasizes the importance of intention-setting and maintaining personal power during the ceremony. He also highlights the potential for both profound healing and challenging psychological effects. The text explains the plant components of Ayahuasca, the shaman's training, and the potential benefits and risks associated with this powerful medicine. Finally, Rasmussen contrasts the Ayahuasca experience with other shamanic healing practices and emphasizes the need for post-ceremony integration work.
More information and videos about Jon's work can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@JonRasmussen and https://thesoulalgorithm.com/sessions .
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