I've never tried any hard drugs before, but I have
to admit, trying the Ayahuasca was on my list of things to do when I got to
Peru.
What is Ayahuasca?
Ayahuasca is a cleansing medicinal
drink that consists usually of two particular plants (Banisteriosis Caapi with
either Chacruna or Chagropunga) found in the Amazon. When consumed the beverage
induces hallucinogenic effects and altered states of consciousness, and is
supposed to be taken as part of a ceremony with shamans who help guide your
mental journey and keep bad spirits away during the process.
No one knows when Ayahuasca was first created, but
it has been used for thousands of years by the indigenous people of the Amazon
to cleanse the entire body of all of its toxins: spiritually and physically. It
is known for treating, if not curing completely: stress, depression, parasites
and worms in the body, the digestive tract, and substance addiction, among many
other ailments. Even more known is the Ayahuasca's common effect of giving
people spiritual revelation and awakening. Many people report finding their
purpose in life upon drinking the substance.
Drinking Ayahuasca usually causes people to vomit,
cry, have diarrhea, yell, or heavy breathing which is all part of the body's
way of expelling toxins. Before consuming the Ayahuasca it is recommended that
you do not consume alcohol, meat, or sugar at least 3 days before.
I'm never usually scared to try new things. Some of
the other people at my residence who have already tried Ayahuasca have told me
that the hallucinations can be very scary, as you're supposedly viewing your
inner demons. Many people have also seen the spirits of loved ones and were
able to solve any disputes or negativity they had had with them. When the
medicine starts to wear off though, everyone has said how everything looks
beautiful and you feel very happy with life. I'm not nervous. I'm not scared -
at least not yet. I am just very excited and curious.
I'm pretty content with my life right now, although
I am also curious as to what the Ayahuasca will show me.
Tonight I will be trying the Ayahuasca in Pisaq,
Peru.
Wish me luck!
*Sorry, no pictures today. I already have something in store though that
will make up for it. :)
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