It’s important to remember that if you are considering a psychedelic experience or plant medicine ceremony, you are going to get vulnerable, you won’t be in control, and that could lead to either profound healing or a potential nightmare. If approached well however, plant medicine ceremonies and psychedelic experiences can be life-changing – even if they are really difficult! And if you want those experiences to actually bring change into your life, then you are going to have to digest and integrate them effectively and that will require you having adequate support to do so.

A key practice on the spiritual path of Animism is Spirit Journeying. By grounding into a clear and steady intention, we can learn to navigate the unseen realms and receive guidance and wisdom. Journeying can be a powerful practice for spiritual healing, emotional support, ancestral healing, psychedelic integration, microdosing, and dream interpretation.

With shifting seasonal energies it’s important to consider the energy of your home and ensure you clear out stagnant energy to make space for the new. Here’s a simple Threshold Cleansing Ritual that when done regularly, say every 6-8 weeks, is a really efficient and powerful reset for your home’s energy, while bringing in protection, and placing intentions so your home remains fresh, refined, and sweet.

Here’s some ways you may encounter the darkness along with some spiritual salves and rituals to help you through:

You may notice layers or waves of grief and longing bubbling up. Gift yourself some time and space to allow the waves to move through. If it feels like the emotion is stuck, try journalling, listening to music, or watching a sentimental movie to get the tears flowing.