Essentially, this means that with psilocybin, youre much less likely to suffer nausea and vomiting than if you were taking ayahuasca. All our masks came off and I have discovered a powerful connection to Mother Nature. The only people present will be others in your group and your facilitators. We offer a 4-day private retreat programme that includes all preparatory and integration work and two sessions with psilocybin truffles. From there it will extend for weeks or months into the future. Cherish this experience for yourself and grow from it. I am now even more interested in studying the effects of psychedelics. We create a soothing ambiance, so you can more easily focus on your inner experience. 8:00 PM Dinner. If someone asks about your experience, that would be a great time to share about it. The authentic 19th-century Dutch abbey accommodation provides the perfect setting for your 4-day retreat. A common time frame for most participants to integrate insights is about six months. So much has happened in such a short time. Amazing experience. Sitter refers to the facilitator(s) of the psilocybin Ceremony. In general, the effects include euphoria, visual and mental hallucinations, changes in perception, a distorted sense of time, and spiritual experiences. The peaceful location of the retreat center means there is plenty of opportunity for reflection and walks in nature. From January to March 2023 we have a limited number of private retreats available in Costa Rica with our Inwardbound psychedelic facilitation team. Thanks, many thanks! Those that have been diagnosed with schizophrenia or another mental health condition, such as Bipolar Disorder (I or II), clinical depression, PTSD, etc. Each one of the team has been angels in their own way: Willem for his fatherly care, Odette for her grounding, Sofie for her music and Marco for his deep connection. I had the greatest experience of my life which I have been looking for for more than 20 years. Their use are associated withlower levels of mental illness. However, psilocybin has less of a physical impact on your body as ayahuasca. Truffles are a different part of the mushroom, known as sclerotia, which remain dormant and help the mushroom regrow after damage. Thechapelis available for private reflection and meditation. For anyone who wants to explore his/her mind on psychedelics, this is the perfect Retreat. According to the 2017 Global Drug Survey, the safest hallucinogen to take is psilocybin. The evaluation process usually takes 7-14 days. Scientific studies indicate that the Set and Setting in which the psychedelic is taken are key factors to the impact and benefits of the session. I will most likely get involved also in a research project on this just to know how to enable more people to experience what I experienced. The age limit of 25 years is installed because the brain is still growing and developing up to that age. On the first evening of grounding and preparation, we set an individual and collective intention. A facilitated psilocybin truffles Ceremony by experienced and dedicated facilitators in a safe and legal way, A 3-days stay at an accommodation in the middle of nature, Bodywork, yoga, meditation and transformational breathing session, In-depth preparation experiences before and integration guidance after the Ceremony. Our pre-departure program includes pre-screening, our welcome pack, and a one-to-one consultation session with a psychotherapist to ensure suitability. From start to finish every step felt natural and I could clearly see how all the components were helping me prepare for my journey. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Not only do they help people with mental health issues, they have also been shown to help people who are already well to improve their lives. In Ireland, where most of the Inwardbound team are from, magic mushrooms have a long ancestral history of being used as a medicine and spiritual guide. There is one facilitator for every five participants. I had expectations which I had to accept to let go. Find out more about psilocybin and the profound effect of psychedelic retreats by checking our list of articles, books and videos. I learned a lot from simple experiences. Our programmes are based on the pioneering work of Dr Stan Grof. Set and Setting are beautiful. Important contra-indications as some disorders are found almost always before the age of 25 (but not always before 20). Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) anti-depressants can have a profound effect on the use of psilocybin, mostly prolonging the effects. 7:00 PM Dinner The peaceful location of the retreat center means there is plenty of opportunity for reflection and walks in nature. Inwardbound is a trading name of Inwardbound NL VOF, Keizersgracht 391 A, 1016 EJ Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and is registered Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. To assist you with the Set, we will provide a number of recommendations to prepare you for the three-day Essence Retreat, including how to prepare nutritionally and questions to help you self-reflect. This includes your preparations before and during your ceremony, as well as your integration on the third day and afterwards in your daily life. Thanks to all of you guys. If youd like to attend more than one retreat, this is acceptable, and many people choose to do this. Totally exceeded expectations! Click Apply and follow the application process by answering all the questions entirely. What we do know is that contrary to regular forms of therapy, psychedelics are able to positively influence core personality traits. Remember, your psychedelic trip is primarily an internal experience by you, for you. On your second day, youll experience the psilocybin ceremony. Thechapelis available for private reflection and meditation. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. It was founded in 1988 as a personal growth center by Ted Wilson, the father of one of our founders (William Wilson). Our Psychedelic Retreat in The Netherlands allows you to explore the transformative potential of truffles combined with traditional methods for transformation. Psilocybin mushrooms have a long history of medicinal use, and are being investigated as a modern treatment for a range of mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, addiction and PTSD. We are dedicated to support you to understand the impact of these truffles, as well as giving you further tools that will empower you along your spiritual journey. Everything about it was great: the Breathwork, the Ceremony, the Facilitators, the Venue Venwoude I cant imagine this kind of Retreat beging run any better than this. Before the start of the retreat, we will send you some guiding questions, best practices and a simple diet for an optimal preparation for this inner journey. A few weeks after your retreat, we will organise an online video conference for sharing, support, integration, and grounding. The COST OF A TICKET( 1.390 for a SHARED ROOM or 1.550 for a SINGLE ROOM) includes all meals and the truffles. 4. Our retreat programmes may suit if you are looking for: Deepening your relationship with yourself, with others and with the natural world, Connecting deeper with yourself, your inner child and remembering who you are. Even though, I wasnt expecting to have the experience I had, I was able to find all that I was looking for and more. Course Objectives The aim of this programme is to provide a comprehensive overview of the field of psychedelic therapy from both a spiritual, shamanic and scientific, psychological perspective knowing that ultimately the two ways are one. Very grateful. Seeing the suffering and not merging with it, let it be. But what I got was a whole lot of understanding (and new things) about myself and the world around me. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. We want you to feel safe and secure, so you can let go. 12:00 PM Lunch When (down)payment is on our account, your place is secure and you receive all information about the Retreat and the preparation for it. You cared for us. I lived during hours in Oneness: pure non-dual, perfect by nature and filled with Love. The retreat ends on the evening of the fifth day. With 16 hectares of forrest and gardens it offers the perfect environment for a psychedelic retreat. From my first sight of the website to the final goodbyes. This was a comforting feeling. Our programme is designed based on research and maximises the experience in a safe container. According to the Psychedelic Explorers Guide: Most cultures that use plants for healing, divination, or spiritual revivification use music to facilitate the transition from one level of awareness to another and to enhance the feeling of safety by providing nonverbal support.. See optimal experience (Set, Setting and Situation) for more information. Everyone for himself. When used correctly, psilocybin is one of the safest drugs to consume, havingno detrimental effect on long-term mental health. It begins on the third day where we facilitate theintegrationprocess. A private room for every participant and ample common areas provide a place for you to relax, journal, and maximize your stay with us. Thank you for the unforgettable! We are facilitated at our 2nd venue New Eden near Drachten (90 min from Amsterdam). During this Ceremony I have seen what I have learned the last decade. Private rooms are available on most retreats. The psilocybin had the power to show me the reality of truth. Typically, a retreat consists of a small group anywhere from 12 to 19 people (with no fewer than one facilitator for every five participants). A private room for every participant and the ample common areas provide a place for you to relax, journal, and maximise your stay with us. Set refers to your mental state, mindset, or attitude before, during, and after your Essence Retreat. 3. That was important for me to feel safe. Psilocybin is one of the safest hallucinogens, but you should be aware of the contraindications. We are facilitated at venue Centrum Venwoude near Utrecht. In case you get approved you become a member which allows you to book a retreat. Because we dont want you to lose sight of what insights and experiences you had, well spend extensive time on your third day processing and integrating all that occurred. Choose whether or not to share it. Thank you so much. If you are interested in any of our programmes. Nor do we work with people in very vulnerable emotional, psychological or mental states. They also report that the experience stays with them long-term, working at more of a subconscious level. The cost of a ticket ( 1.490 for a shared room or 1.650 for a single room) includes all meals and the truffles. The cost of a ticket ( 1.390 for a shared room or 1.550 for a single room) includes all meals and the truffles. Thank you for dedicating yourselves to this work. We offer scholarships to those from socio-economic backgrounds who cannot afford the price of our retreats. They will be present in case you need, but theyre likely to just be there observing and holding space for you to have an optimal experience. We are facilitated at venue Centrum Venwoude near Utrecht. Essence Institute aims to deliver a safe and healthy experience. We do, however, strongly trust in the power of psilocybin, the psychological process that unfolds on our retreats, and have witnessed many clients have transformative and life changing experiences. We like to call this experience aCeremony. Your experience will take place in a safe environment where experienced facilitators (also therapists) will monitor and hold space for you. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Hasler, F., Grimberg, U., Benz, M.A., Huber T., & Vollenweider, F.X. They are very experienced, safety conscious and trustworthy company. As a prodrug, psilocybin is quickly converted by the body topsilocin, which has mind-altering effects similar to those of LSD, mescaline and DMT. Each successful application will receive an hour consultation with a psychotherapist to ensure our retreats are mutually suitable and to answer any of your questions. The cost of a ticket ( 1.490 for a shared room or 1.650 for a single room) includes all meals and the truffles. Its there. 5 stars, couldn't recommend it enough.". This was excellent in my opinion. At InwardBound, our interdisciplinary team of psychotherapists, PhD scientists and holistic therapists believes in weaving together the threads of science and spirituality, knowing that the two ways are one. We work in the broad tradition of Dr Stan Grof - creating a. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. Our trained facilitators gently guide you through an integration process of yoga, group work, mandala art and embodiment movement practises. Participants in scientific research who had mystical experiences during their psychedelic session, a personality trait (like openness) remained significantly higher than baseline at least more than 1 year after the session. The use of psychopharmacological drugs like SSRI antidepressants can interfere with the serotonergic system and influence the effects of psilocybin. We are facilitated at our 2nd venue New Eden near Drachten (90 min from Amsterdam). We especially recommend reading 'How to change your mind' by Michael Pollan. In the morning, yoga and a body/breathwork session will be offered so you can ground yourself in your body. See optimal experience (Substance) for more information. The event will always take place in a warm, cozy, family environment with easy access to nature. However, our programmes are not suitable for people with a history of psychosis, bipolar, schizophrenia, suicidality or suicidal ideation, clinical depression or a personality disorders, or who are dealing with serious addiction or substance abuse issues. Our first beautiful host venue, Centrum Venwoude, is located in the heart of the Netherlands, between Amsterdam and Utrecht. Thank you very much for providing the opportunity to participate in this retreat. The Team is incredible, you will be safe in this amazing journey. Leading psycho pharmacologist Roland Griffiths discloses the ways that psychedelics can be used to create meaningful personal and spiritual transformative experiences for everyone, also the terminally ill. Research and clinical experience have shown that there are six elements for a successful psychedelic experience: Substance, Set, Session, Setting, Sitter and Situation. Our October 2022 retreat takes place in a beautiful venue situated an hour from Amsterdam. We have found that there is great value in partaking in a psilocybin experience with others who are also seeking a deeper spiritual experience. Since 2018, Inwardbound has been world pioneers in psilocybin retreats, with hundreds of clients have come through our psychedelic retreat programmes in the Netherlands. In scientific studies, there is evidence of benefits for helping minimize symptoms of depression, substance abuse disorder, PTSD, and several other issues. Johnson, M.W., Richards, W.A., Griffiths, R.R. The facilitators are the most professional and knowledgeable but even more important most loving and caring. I would never expect this kind of experience by this process with taking psilocybin. We are bringing together. Our retreat programmes arenot suitable if: You an in very vulnerable emotional or psychological state, You have a diagnosed psychiatric illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar, clinical depression or a personality disorder, You are currently on psychiatric medication including SSRIS, You have a personal or family history of psychosis, You are dealing with serious addiction or have substance abuse issues, You are dealing with suicidality or have suicideal ideation, Please note that we do not make any medical or therapeutic claims about our psilocybin retreats in the Netherlands. It has certainly helped me going deeper inside myself. 1:00 PM Future Pace This Retreat gas been the single most transformative experience I have lived. The authentic 19th-century Dutch abbey accommodation provides the perfect setting for your 4-day retreat. Whether you have little or no prior experience with psychedelics, you are welcome. Our methodology is based on the work of Dr Stan Grof. To do so, there are a few precautions for engaging in the experience. Our programmes combine best practice in psychedelic facilitation with the support of psychotherapy and a range of integration methods. The exception would be to stop any behavior that you wish to change, such as an addiction. Keep in mind that it can also include possible adverse reactions, such as nausea and panic attacks. The authentic 19th-century Dutch abbey accommodation provides the perfect setting for your 4 day retreat. How do you embody what you have learnt into your everyday life? We want you to carry your breakthroughs and transformations with you when you return home, so well provide guidance on how to maintain these changes long-term. What I have experienced and what I noticed from the other psychonauts attending the Retreat I will never forget. Research shows that just a single dose ofpsilocybin can lift anxiety and depression for six months or longer. The Essence Team is very supportive and loving. Psilocybin is not an addictive substance. It really feels like words cant describe the experience I had. Allowing this, leaving from situations that dont suit me and watch them from a distance. You touched my cold hands, ..my head my heart and soul. The retreat was an amazing experience for me. 8:00 PM Explanation ceremony and preparation. Other participants report experiencing various emotions, insights, ideas, and valuable information that brings them to a higher conscious level. Session refers to the general timeframe for the psilocybin trip, which is usually around six hours. Participants are asked to make their own way to Amsterdam by 17:00 on the first evening of the retreat. Our August 2022 retreat takes place in a beautiful venue situated an hour from Amsterdam. According to the Psychedelic Explorers Guide, there are six stages to a psychedelic session: Rest assured that your session will be supervised by caring and compassionate facilitators that are there if you need. This Retreat gave me more than I expected and exactly what I need. The actual psilocybin experience will last between 6 8 hours. Effective date: 01 January 2020 The Essence Institute accompaniment is very conscious, seasoned and allowed me to feel totally safe and guided, even beyond my expectations. Perhaps most necessary for myself and for those around me. Such an awesome and profound experience. What is it you intend to let go of, what do you intend to heal, how do you want to grow? Then, youll get to experience a sacred ceremony where youll be given a high dose of psilocybin-truffles. According to professor Paul Hutson from the University of Wisconsin, psilocybin is preferred over other hallucinogens because: According to Wikipedia, psilocybin is a naturally occurringpsychedelicprodrugcompound produced by more than 200 species of mushrooms, collectively known aspsilocybin mushrooms. What have you learnt? As such Ive got the feeling that you are both highly professional as well as great human beings. Immediately after your retreat, we provide a one-on-one integrative consultation session to help you embody and integrate your experience. Since August 1994, this land has hosted hundreds of events and brought inspiration to thousands of participants on the path of personal and spiritual transformation. I might come back after Ive accomplished some further development on my own. When you are member you can book for the Retreat (date, single or shared room). Use it to help you reach a higher level of self-awareness, show up in the world at this level, and be the change you want to see. We allow time for 2 sessions withpsilocybin truffles. It has been some sort of a powerful awakening that I feel will give me some new and solid foundation for a new chapter of my life. Being able to really be there and not fleeing in work, care, alcohol, netflix, scattering. Our private retreats are suitable for a single participant or for small groups of 1-4 participants that already know each other. In addition, be advised that over-the-counter (OTC) drugs or alternative medicines can interfere with the Essence Experience, such as St. Johns Wort, 5-HTP, and CBD oil. 3:00 PM End. The research is profound concerning how psilocybin truffels can assist you in becoming more conscious and feel more connected with the mystical realm. Current Retreat planning 2022: Aug 18th / Aug 25th / Aug 30th ( 4 day Men only) / Sept 12th / Sept 22nd / Oct 3rd / Oct 13th / Oct 24th / Okt 31st / Nov 7th / Nov 10th / Nov 14th / Nov 24th / Dec 8th / Dec 12th / Dec 19th. I felt like I was home at last and home was Heaven. Are there any people in your life who you should reach out to? Thank you for your support & presence. Youll have the opportunity to ask questions and get familiar with the grounds. I was expecting great visions, Out of Body Experience, transforming into something else. The venue is the Not only because you made it possible in just 2 days to connect so many people on such a deep level, but also because the evening intro, the morning preparation, the breathing exercise created a space of trust and security to let go of control. They may be effective inquitting smokingand help withrelationship therapy. I highly recommend and encourage everyone to try and trust this experience. Getting to the Core within 48 hours and everything that floats around the Core. 9:00 AM Breakfast In terms of atmosphere, we use creative, unique music to aid in your enlightening experience. Our Inwardbound Costa Rica programme is supervised by trained psychotherapists and, We provide bespoke private legal and safe psychedelic retreat programmes in the Netherlands. The peaceful location of the retreat center means there is plenty of opportunity for reflection and walks in nature. Sometimes you have to surrender before you win. Our hosts and facilitators supported us through every step and Im filled with gratitude for being on this journey with you all. Team, you were all so very professional. I realised how important music & mindset are for a great experience. Give yourself time to integrate your experience. I have found a peace I didnt even know I needed. Our programme has a pre-screening and integration process supported by our team of facilitators. If youre traveling from abroad, be sure to have one or two days to adjust to European time zone and Dutch climate. Feel free to journal regularly. The reason for this is because psychedelics can induce psychotic reactions in those who are struggling with mental health disorders. InwardBound NL VOF ("us", "we", or "our") operates the https://inwardbound.nl/ website (the "Service"). It reliably establishes and maintains a mystical state. I highly recommend this legal psilocybin Retreat for people who seek a profound experiential therapeutic process. are not able to participate in the Essence Experience. Our September 2022 retreat takes place in a beautiful venue situated an hour from Amsterdam. They were able to provide a perfectly measured balance of words, space for reflections, questions and guidance. From January 2023, Inwardbound has been running our flagship psilocybin retreats at a beautiful tropical location in Costa Rica. The actual experience confirmed my initial impression and exceeded all my expectations. What is it that you intend to heal, how do you want to grow? You are advised to stop using these medicines a couple of weeks prior to participating. This very low ratio allows us to provide the highest possible standard of care for our participants using humanistic psychologys core conditions of: empathy, being real and unconditional positive regard. Magic mushrooms, in contrast, are illegal. I highly recommend this journey because it was so impressing I just miss the words. Magic mushrooms canreignite a sense of awe in the worldand canreliably trigger amystical or spiritual experience. Theyll be there holding sacred space for you, so can feel free to rest and let go. If someone wanted to do psychedelics I would very much recommend the Essence Institute because of the facilitators, the process and the venue. If you plan to talk to others about your experience, know that many will not understand it or even be interested. Once your application is submitted, our screening process begins. Situation refers to your personal situation and how the experiences from the event integrate into your life. I have renewed sense of compassion and connectedness. We donotclaim to heal or fix anyone. However, keep in mind that they are not intended as a substitute for medical or psychotherapeutic care. All of them have experience taking psychedelics and facilitating others through similar experiences. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. We set an individual and collective intention and prepare for our journey. If you have a question about an anti-depressant that youre taking and whether you can participate or not, please reach out to us. And so much more and also not so much more. This includes 4 nights of private or shared lodging, organic and local food. Lithium and other tricyclic antidepressants can be dangerous in combination with psychedelics like psilocybin. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Our immersive5-day group retreat itself takes place in a beautiful natural location in the Netherlands. Even if youre highly experienced with psychedelics, you may want to come to Essence to partake in a group Ceremony and experiment with a higher dose than youve done before. 2:00 PM Closure InwardBound Private Psychedelic Retreat Programme Costa Rica, InwardBound Private Retreat Programme- Netherlands, InwardBound August 2022 Group Retreat (4 days), Inwardbound Introduction to Psychedelic Therapy online training September 2022 4th Cohort, InwardBound September 2022 Group Retreat (4 days), InwardBound October 2022 Group Retreat (4 days), lasting personality change, makingpeople calmer, happier and more open-minded, no detrimental effect on long-term mental health. Your application will be evaluated as soon as possible. 1:00 PM Essence Xperience Ceremony We encourage you to refrain from speaking out loud to keep from distracting others. A private room for every participant and ample common areas provide a place for you to relax, journal, and maximize your stay with us. The Essence Institute holds their Retreat as an experience to discover our true nature. Subjects who have taken psilocybin indicate that its well tolerated. Youll never know .. until you know! Thanks Sanne and Odette I couldnt have done it without your energy and intuitive support. Our psychedelic sessions take place the afternoons of the second and third day, and are followed by two powerful days of integration using different therapeutic modalities from Art therapy to yoga. Reading this book before you come to one of our Psychedelic Retreats in The Netherlands is an excellent preparation. No doubt youll have a profound experience when you go through the Ceremony, likely tapping into more creativity, clarity, mind expansion and non-duality. At InwardBound, our interdisciplinary team of psychotherapists, PhD scientists and holistic therapists believes in weaving together the threads of science and spirituality, knowing that the two ways are one. Not being clear or trying to escape or numb out for some reason could result in a bad trip. The Inwardbound team have spoken at psychedelic therapy conferences about their pioneering work, and are world leaders in the field of psychedelic therapy. I feel excited as I dont feel I am completely through the experience, just at the beginning. For an ideal experience, its best to take psilocybin in a safe and serene setting where you can be monitored by professionals. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. They guide you safe and beautifully through this amazing journey. Join us on one of our Psychedelic Retreats in Holland. You may enjoy and get a lot out of the experience, but youre not likely to become physically dependent on psilocybin. We take great pride in establishing a beautiful, serene setting that invites you to experience an unforgettable mind-altering journey. And, the psilocybin mind-altering experience lasts a shorter time and recovery is faster. We will give a set of questions to reflect upon, such as: We strongly advise that you not make any major life changes for the first few weeks. You can wait several months in between and then return for a new, oftentimes deeper experience. The weekend was extremely well run and the facilitators were very friendly and professional. I was living a kind of illumination, blissful and healing. Only if/when they ask, when they see changes in me and become curious then I will tell them: Youll never know what it feels like to die, disintegrate, find Oneness and build yourself back together again; strong, joyful, connected. (2004) Comparison of acute lethal toxicity of commonly abused psychoactive substances Addiction, 99, 686696 Youll be in a safe and serene setting, so youll be able to relax and let go. And then soften, that takes some time, get to another level from there. Let it flow again through movement.
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