I know what it’s like to feel disconnected from love. For years, I sought love outside of myself, not realizing that the love I craved could only be found within.

When I embarked on my journey to Peru to experience plant medicine, I set an intention: to open myself to love, embody love, and create from love. The medicine I worked with, San Pedro (Huachuma), helped me release emotional armor I had carried for so long. It allowed me to unburden myself, feel love within my own body, and generate the oxytocin—the “love hormone”—I had been missing.

This profound experience, surrounded by other women and men, inspired me to create a retreat where women and men can:

• Heal deep emotional wounds.

• Open their hearts to love.

• Reconnect with their true selves.

• Experience transformation in a supportive, sacred environment.

A Safe and Sacred Space to Transform

This retreat is carefully designed to help you release the energy and stories that no longer serve you and embody the love you’ve been searching for.

You’ll experience:

• Somatic Therapy and Sound Healing
  Explore practices that connect the body, mind, and spirit, helping you release stored trauma and emotional pain.

• Sacred Plant Medicine Ceremony Wachuma & Mapacho
  Sit the heart-opening energy of San Pedro (Wachuma) in a guided, supportive setting. This plant medicine facilitates emotional release, connection, and deep healing. Sit with the cleansing energy of Mapacho. This plant medicine supports letting go of heavy energy and stepping in to alignment.

• Community of Support
  Heal and grow in the presence of a community of women and men who understand the depth of your journey. Together, we create a sacred container for love and transformation.

• Intentional Practices
  Engage in daily somatic practices, movement, breathwork, and meditation to help you integrate your experiences and reconnect with your body.

 This retreat is for women and men who are ready to:

• Let go of emotional armor and step into vulnerability.

• Release self-limiting beliefs and old stories.

• Open their hearts to love—from within and from others.

• Heal from trauma and reconnect with their true selves.

• Create and serve from a space of love and authenticity.

  Whether you’re just beginning your healing journey or you’re seeking the next level of transformation, this retreat is designed to meet you where you are.

By the end of this retreat, you will:

• Feel a deep sense of self-love and acceptance.

• Have tools to continue generating love within yourself.

• Be free from the burdens and stories that no longer serve you.

• Feel empowered to create and live from a space of love.

• Experience a profound connection to yourself, others, and the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Wachuma and Mapacho, and how are these plant medicines used during the retreat?  

   Wachuma, also known as San Pedro, is a sacred cactus-based plant medicine native to the Andes Mountains of South America, particularly Peru. It has been used for thousands of years by indigenous cultures for spiritual, healing, and ceremonial purposes. The active compound in Wachuma is mescaline, a natural psychoactive substance that induces profound spiritual experiences, heightened awareness, and emotional healing. It is often referred to as a “plant teacher” or “plant master” and is considered a male spiritual guide that helps individuals connect deeply with themselves, nature,and the divine.

   Wachuma ceremonies typically focus on introspection, healing, and gaining clarity on life’s challenges, fostering balance and inner peace. The experience with Wachuma can guide you to a deeper connection with MotherNature and your inner child, helping you face life with a new perspective, finding balance and inner peace.

   A Mapacho purge cleanse is a traditional healing ritual using Mapacho, a powerful and sacred tobacco native to the Amazon rainforest. Mapacho is often used in indigenous Amazonian ceremonies for its grounding and purging properties.

   During a Mapacho cleanse, the individual may experience intense physical and emotional sensations as the tobacco helps clear mental and physical stagnation. This process can involve sweating, nausea, or vomiting, which are seen as a release of toxins or harmful energies. The ritual often serves as a purification, allowing the person to reset their body, mind, and spirit.

2. Is plant medicine safe, and what should I expect during a ceremony?

   During this retreat, plant medicine ceremonies will be facilitated by an experienced shaman to ensure a safe and supportive experience. Before the retreat, participants will have the opportunity to join a call with the shaman to ask questions and prepare for the journey.

   Mapacho Ceremony (3–4 Hours): This ceremony focuses on cleansing, releasing, and grounding. Through sacred rituals involving Mapacho, participants are guided to release heavy energy and align with their true selves.

   Wachuma (San Pedro) Ceremony ( full ): This transformative experience is guided by the spirit of Wachuma and the shaman's wisdom. The day includes the medicine, cleansing rituals, personalized support, and the shaman's energy to help participants connect deeply and embrace transformation.

3. How does somatic yoga differ from traditional yoga, and what benefits can I expect?

   Somatic yoga differs from traditional Western yoga by focusing on grounding in the body and reconnecting with its innate wisdom through sensation and feeling. Instead of prioritizing poses or shaping the body into specific forms, somatic yoga emphasizes the practice of listening to and noticing what’s unfolding within the body as it naturally flows in and out of movements.

   By practicing somatic yoga, you can expect benefits such as:

   • Enhanced self-awareness and connection to your body.

   • Reduced stress and tension through gentle, mindful movements.

   • Improved emotional regulation by processing stored feelings and energy.

   • Greater resilience and the ability to navigate life’s challenges with presence.

   • A deeper sense of grounding, calm, and inner balance.

   Somatic yoga is an invitation to be present with yourself, honor your body’s unique rhythm, and cultivate a sense of healing from within.

4. What is Thai bodywork, and how does it support the healing process?

   Thai bodywork is a therapeutic practice combining massage, gentle stretching, and energy work to release tension, improve mobility, and restore energy flow. Through the healing power of touch, it fosters connection, reduces stress, and creates a sense of safety and care. Thai bodywork supports healing by relieving physical discomfort, balancing energy, enhancing circulation, and releasing stored emotions. This deeply relaxing practice promotes overall well-being and aligns the body, mind, and spirit.

5. What are the accommodations and travel logistics in Peru? Will assistance be provided?

   You will be responsible for purchasing your own flight to Peru and arranging your transportation from the airport to your hotel. We strongly recommend booking a hotel in Cusco and arriving at least two days before the retreat to allow your body time to adjust to the elevation.

   Please note that there are no direct international flights to Cusco. You will first fly into Lima and then take a connecting flight to Cusco. When booking your ticket, you can book your final destination as Cusco, and the airline will automatically arrange the transition from Lima to Cusco for you.

   Transportation to the retreat facility will be provided from the Cusco Plaza de Amor. Details regarding the pick-up schedule will be shared closer to the retreat date once your payment has been made.

   If you need assistance with booking your flight, we can provide a reference for trusted travel agents to support your planning.

6. How do I prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically for this retreat?

   Have a clear intention for why you want to participate in the plant ceremony and retreat as a whole. The Wachuma ceremony lasts approximately 12 hours, and it must be done on an empty stomach. Day of ceremony, please bring the following: A hat to protect yourself from the sun, sunscreen and insect repellent, warm clothing and a blanket, water to drink, fruits, cereals, and bread. (snacks will be provided the day of ceremony as well.)

   For 5 to 7 days before the plant medicine ceremony, you should follow these guidelines:

   Eat a healthy diet (no fatty, spicy, or overly salty foods).

   Avoid consuming alcoholic beverages.

   Refrain from taking medications.

7. Will there be facilitators to support me during intense emotional experiences?

   Yes, absolutely. Jamella and her team will be there to provide support, along with the shaman and their team. During moments of intense or overwhelming emotional experiences, you will be fully supported. Someone will always be available to attend to you, attune to your needs, and ensure that you feel seen, heard, and understood throughout your experience.

8. What kind of community or support will be available during and after the retreat?

   Will there be support after the retreat? Yes, Jamella team will provide two group integration sessions for everyone who attended the retreat, ensuring continued support as you process your experience. If you prefer one-on-one integration, this option will also be available at an additional cost. These integration sessions are designed to help you further reflect, integrate, and apply the retreat’s insights into your life.

9. What should I pack for this experience, and will there be any physical challenges?  

   In December, Peru experiences its rainy season, with fluctuating temperatures. Early mornings and late evenings can be quite cold, while daytime often brings warm sunshine. To stay comfortable, pack warm clothing for cooler times and layers you can easily remove when it warms up.

   For the ceremony, specific attire is suggested:

   • Women: Please pack a dress in white, cream, or yellow.

   • Men: Please pack clothing in white, cream, or yellow.

   These items will be worn during the ceremonial activities, so it’s important to include them in your packing.

10. How does this retreat help with trauma healing or personal transformation?

    How does this retreat support healing trauma and personal transformation?This retreat is designed to guide you on a journey of healing and personal transformation, addressing trauma at its root and empowering you to reclaim a sense of wholeness.

    The somatic practices, particularly somatic yoga, help you reconnect with your body, fostering a sense of safety and agency.

    Trauma often causes disconnection, as many of us dissociate from the body to protect ourselves. These practices create a space where you can gently return to your body, rediscover your inner strength, and feel self-empowered to heal from within.

    The integration of plant medicine allows you to access deeper layers of your subconscious, reaching parts of yourself that may remain hidden in a conscious state. This profound exploration helps release trauma stored in your unconscious, supporting a transformative healing process.

    Additionally, touch and sound therapy are woven into the experience, harmonizing your body (soma), mind (psyche), soul, and spirit. This holistic approach creates a sense of integration, oneness, and completeness within yourself.

    Through this retreat, you will cultivate a deeper self-love and inner support. As you heal and transform, you’ll embody the essence of love, empowering you to create, serve, and live authentically from a place of love. This experience is not just about healing but about remembering your wholeness and stepping fully into your power.

WHAT’S YOUR REFUND POLICY?

Please be sure you want to attend the Sacred Connection Retreat. No Refund. No Transfers (after 30 days, unless we have to reschedule).  Please review our complete retreat policy prior to booking your retreat.

DO I NEED A VISA or VACCINATION TO TRAVEL TO PERU?

No, Peru does not require a visa or vaccination for entry. However, please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your travel date.

WHAT IF I NEED FURTHER DETAILS?

Further details, including the retreat property address, check-in/check-out times, complete retreat schedule, and packing list, will be sent closer to the retreat date, please feel free to email me hello@sacredsomayogatherapy.com with any questions.