WHEN DID YOU MEET PSYCHEDELICS FOR THE FIRST TIME?

In our first episode, we explore Satya's transformative experience during her first ayahuasca ceremony. This unexpected event provided the final piece needed to complete her healing from childhood sexual abuse, following years of psychotherapy. That ceremony changed Satya's life entirely. We hope her incredible story inspires you as much as it has us.

HOW DID YOU GO FROM CLIENT TO SHAMAN?

Satya describes the events after the transformative ceremony from the previous episode. Transitioning from organizing worldwide ceremonies for José Campos to singing her first ícaro (medicine song), Satya guides us through the dark jungle, recounting the night she transformed into a power animal and embraced her role as a shaman—a pivotal moment in her spiritual journey!

HOW CAN WE RECONCILE RATIONALITY AND MYSTICISM?

Satya shares how her keen sensitivity made her feel different from other children and led her to perceive things others didn't. Coming from a family of scientists, she believes we can be both rational and mystical. This episode also introduces the Awareness Facilitator School she created, offering a six-module course combining Ancient Wisdom, Spirituality, Science, Modern Therapeutic Techniques, and Natural Psychedelics.

WHAT ARE THEY AND HOW DO THEY HELP US HEAL PERSONALLY AND COLLECTIVELY? 

Satya explains altered states of consciousness and how to reach them through various methods. By entering the psychedelic world, we transcend time and space, allowing healing to occur. She provides examples of healing that can only be understood through past lives and beyond our daily existence.

WHAT'S YOUR EXPERIENCE AND ADVICE ON WORKING WITH NATURAL AND NON-NATURAL PSYCHEDELICS?

Satya shares her first experience with a non-natural psychedelic, highlighting the similarities and differences from natural psychedelics she's used on her shamanic path. She emphasizes the crucial role of the ceremonial context in administering these medicines and disagrees with the trend of simplifying them into "feel-good" pills.

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A TRUE SHAMAN?

Satya shares her experiences with various master plants and their unique offerings. She details her training in indigenous traditions like the Red Path and the Huichol of Mexico. Satya clarifies the term "shaman" and emphasizes the difference between a true shaman and a space holder. She describes ceremonies as "universities," highlighting the importance of proper training to be a true healer or shaman.

HOW CAN SHAMANIC WISDOM AND SCIENCE WORK TOGETHER?

Satya discusses societal perceptions of mental health phenomena like hallucinations. She describes challenging situations, including conditions revealed through psychedelics and healing unforgivable situations. With over 60,000 people assisted, her team has observed numerous instances, including medically proven cancer remissions. Approach this episode with an open mind, witnessing a new frontier in health.

WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO START SPEAKING ABOUT PSYCHEDELICS NOW? 

Satya discusses the significant challenges women face in shamanism and life. She explains how societal echoes make it difficult to embrace being both sacred and sexual, beautiful and intelligent, young and wise. Satya shares her recent decision to speak out about psychedelics, aiming to bridge ancient traditions and modern science while honoring their invaluable knowledge.

WHAT’S YOUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE OF PSYCHEDELIC MEDICINE?

In the last episode, Satya emphasizes the need for harmony between science and ancient traditions. Psychedelics offer profound healing potential for society, but caution is required to prevent overmedicalization and preserve their sacredness amidst modern science.