In our current culture of prescription drugs and self-medicating, entheogenic medicines, like Mother Ayahuasca, offer an extraordinary potential for PTSD recovery, overcoming depression, and other human struggles. With conversations sparking up around entheogens and psychedelics around the globe, I sit down with active duty Air Force veteran & ceremonial facilitator Sergio Saenz to hear about his journey and gain more familiarity with the subject. Suppose we are to harness the full power of entheogenic & psychedelic medicine in their modern resurgence. In that case, there needs to be improved accessibility (sponsorship opportunities like- Agape Heroes) and an invitation for more equality and inclusion in ceremonial spaces. Furthermore, there is a necessity for more grounded, educational conversations around this work- largely regarding the preparatory and integration process of these experiences. As my teacher, Sam Bianchini, says, "I don't care how many times you've sat with Aya; I care about how you treat your barista." Ultimately it's how we utilize these tools to expand our generosity towards ourselves, humankind, and the planet.

(2:30) Sergio’s spirit animal & how it shows up in his life

(6:55) Sergio’s Life Journey

(27:43) A turning point leads to alternative exploration

(29:00) Discovering a plant medicine retreat

(35:30) Finding a community close to home & volunteering in ceremony spaces.

(41:36) What is an Entheogen?

(43:30) Sergio’s advice for those looking to sit with Entheogenic medicine

(47:30) Thoughts on the Psychedelic/Plant medicine renaissance & ceremonial space

(53:25) Integration is the BIG SECRET!

(58:30) The misconceptions of “spiritually awakening” & “enlightenment"