Modern Psychedelics Lana Pribic

Part 2 of my Iboga experience is here! If you missed part 1, I suggest you listen to that first over at episode 45. I recorded this two months after this experience and my love and respect for this medicine continues to deepen.

In this episode, I share about the second iboga ceremony at Iboga Wellness Center in Costa Rica. It was a wildly different experience from the first one, and I learned about what true inner peace means and how to access it.

This was a life changing, life affirming experience and I don't think I will ever be the same after iboga.

Today we are going to be exploring something that is on the cutting edge of spirituality and personal growth these days: darkness retreats. This consists of spending three to ten days in the pitch darkness and solitude. It’s a profound experience that is very psychedelic (without the substances).

It comes as no surprise that darkness therapy is an ancient modality that has been used by ancient indigenous peoples across the globe. Only recently has it reached North America, and the founder of the first darkness retreat in America is today's guest.

Scott Berman is the creator and founder of Sky Cave Retreats. Throughout the last decade, he has spent over two years in self-guided solo retreats in remote wilderness. He did his first dark retreat in 2012 and has spent over 70 days in multiple darkness retreats and has also done a couple with his wife. He has supported and facilitated over 250 dark retreats at his center in Ashland, Oregon.

We talk about the similarities and differences between darkness medicine and plant medicine, endogenous DMT production in the darkness, redefining spirituality, and so much more.

The recreational use of psychedelics is a deeply meaningful experience for many people yet there is a lot of shame around it. The spiritual community loves to knock partying as “low vibe” which is downright incorrect; some of my most beautiful memories have been at parties and on dance floors. These FUN experiences are equally as valid as the therapeutic ones, and I want to break the stigma around recreational use of psychedelics.

This episode is an important listen regardless of whether you party with psychedelics or not. By consuming this information you will be a part of breaking the stigma around ALL types of intentional and safe psychedelic use. As long as we are educated, safe and intentional, there is nothing wrong with psychedelics in a recreational context. In fact, it can enrich our lives and provide deep meaning and connections.

I brought on two of my friends and dance floor comrades, Jenny and Kevin, to explore this topic. Jenny is doing amazing work in the psychedelic space with her journal company, Wakeful Travel—a ceremony-companion company that works with wakeful partners to provide tools that aid in transformation and self-exploration. Kevin is a creative director and a true champion of the party spirit. He brightens up my life in with his playful spirit.

Both guests are intentional in every part of their lives, including partying. This episode embodies the spirit of an unforgettable party—it’s fun, light and goofy, even while exploring the more serious considerations around partying and drugs.

Two microdosing experts come together today to bring you a wealth of information on microdosing psychedelics. It was an honor to have Dr. Jim Fadiman, a psychedelic heavyweight, and Adam Bramlage, microdosing coach, on the mic. This conversation goes beyond the basics to deepen your awareness around the practice of microdosing. This conversation affirms that we the people are taking back our power and right to psychedelic substances.

To put it succinctly: Iboga gave me what I have been looking for and it was by far the most life changing experience in my 31 years. This is a beautiful medicine that has taken me by surprise, captivated me, and blessed my life. I have never been so excited to share a podcast episode with you all! It’s an honor to be sharing this experience with you today. Bassé.

After a five month break from the podcast, I am back with some personal & podcast updates. A lot has changed! I have changed! Today I am also sharing about my 3rd year Ayahuasca anniversary, in which I had my most powerful ceremony yet where three years of medicine work integrated and my heart finally healed and opened. Missed you all, and hope you enjoy this one!