FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO I HAVE TO SHARE A ROOM OR CAN I HAVE MY OWN?

Depending on the venue, we typically have options for both private and shared rooms. Please express your preference on the intake questionnaire.

WHAT ARE THE MEDICAL CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR BREATHWORK?

Cardiovascular Issues, history of aneurysm, Osteoporosis, recent surgery, hernia, 2nd and 3rd trimester pregnancy, asthma, schizophrenia or personality disorders.

WHAT ARE THE MEDICAL CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR SACRED PLANT CEREMONIES?

Cardiovascular issues, epilepsy, any active infection, aneurysms, SSRI and MAOI inhibitors and TCA antidepressants, History of schizophrenia, psychosis, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder are generally contraindicated, pregnancy.

WHAT IF I CAN’T DO OR DON’T WANT TO DO PLANT MEDICINE?

You have free will babyyyyyy! We would never make you do anything you aren’t comfortable with. Breathwork is often used as a substitute for those who are unable or uncomfortable to ingest substances and you will gain A LOT out of those journeys. You can still be part of the group and hang with the curators during the plant medicine ceremony or you can enjoy downtime by yourself. You’ve got options here! Polarity therapy is a great adjunct and alternative to these modalities as well, so if receiving an extra energy session calls to you, we can set that up.

IS PLANT MEDICINE SAFE?

Everything we do in life has some level of risk to it, but the plant medicines that you will be exploring are ranked the safest recreational substance in 2017 by USA today and are now legal for therapeutic use in Colorado and soon to be CT and CA. Its potent healing powers are growing steam in standard treatment in psychology and disease and have been used by indigenous tribes without any medical supervision for THOUSANDS of years. We do everything we can to create a safe container, decrease harm, hold space to support you, and make you comfortable during your sacred ceremony and we will prepare you beforehand so you feel safe and ready to use these magic plants.We are trained in trip sitting, dosage, and medical considerations as well as having TONS of experience using them ourselves! We will go over what to expect and how to navigate your journey before the ceremony so you will be informed, ready to surrender, and begin trusting the plants as your guides. You can learn more about the use of these plant medicines here: https://doubleblindmag.com/mushrooms/types/ or here https://maps.org/about-maps/faq/ (scroll down to the FAQ).

WHAT KIND OF FOOD WILL BE THERE? WHAT IF I HAVE ALLERGIES?

Please let us know on your intake questionnaire what food allergies you have and we will work with the chef to make sure you can eat food you enjoy that agrees with your body.

IS THIS CO-ED OR WOMEN ONLY?

Our retreats welcome everyone from everywhere so yes, they are Co-ed. We accept EVERYONE ; LGBTQ, all races, genders, creeds, and people are part of our collective and we believe diversity is the first key to understanding one another. We may be offering women only retreats in the future to bask in sisterhood though, so keep checking in with us and follow us on social media!

WILL WE BE ON THE PROPERTY THE WHOLE TIME OR CAN WE VENTURE OFF ON OUR OWN?

Every retreat is hosted by a different venue so the activities and what’s available to us will differ depending on that. For the majority of the time we like to keep it in our container (especially on mushroom day) so we can forge our bonds and focus on what we came here to do - heal and grow. We do our best to provide you with stimulating,relaxing, and playful activities when you’re not in ceremony. Some venues are in close proximity to beaches and downtown areas and so day trips to these are possible, but we do not allow alcohol consumption during your stay with us so bar hopping is a no. In our experience, it is in our best interest to stay on site so you can liberate your emotions in the comfort of your group without outside distraction or triggers. But hey, you also got free will, so you’re not a prisoner! Should you choose to leave the property alone you will be responsible for your own transportation and food.

WHAT IF I WANT TO WANT/NEED TO LEAVE THE RETREAT EARLY, WILL I GET A REFUND?

Sometimes the process of healing can be wildly triggering for people as things start to shift within. THIS IS NORMAL. We expect things like anger, sadness, frustration, and resistance to come up for some while they are here and we are here to support you through those emotions (even if you get mad at us). Because we put so much work and love into our retreats, and money is an energy exchange, refunds for early departure will not be granted but we will drive you back to the airport as promised if that’s what you feel like you need to do.

CAN I DRINK OR WILL THERE BE ALCOHOL?

No. Alcohol is not only a low vibe depressant and toxin to your body but it will hinder your progress and growth potential. We strongly suggest avoiding alcohol for at least 3 days prior to 1 week after your retreat ends. We have better stuff than booze anyway, wink wink!

I BADLY WANT TO GO TO YOUR RETREAT BUT I CAN’T AFFORD IT. DO YOU OFFER SCHOLARSHIPS?

Currently we do not offer scholarships or discounts on these retreats but we do offer financing with and without interest through PayPal. Our long term goal is to be able to offer 1-2 free scholarships per retreat in the future through an application process. Do not let money stop you from investing in yourself, if you really want to come, you will find a way.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY?

While we have never seen a medical or psychological emergency happen on our retreats (or ones that we’ve attended), in case of a medical emergency we will take you to the nearest hospital.

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