In this episode, I take some space by the ocean on a rainy afternoon near the Nanaimo ferry terminal to reflect on where I’m at with my healing journey. Fresh out of my 10th and 11th ayahuasca ceremonies (the first 9 were almost 2 years ago), the first time sitting with the medicine in over a year and a half, I didn’t really have a topic aside in mind. So these raw reflections were just a helpful way to ground, to settle, and to capture some of the magic I felt that day. Enjoy the gentle rain sounds!
Subtopics that arise:
- Surrender, release and change
- Owning our darkness
- Sitting with discomfort
- Showing up when all hope is lost
- Getting to know “The pregnant void”
- Filling the void with love
- Re-envisioning your dream
Song in the intro- “Light of the Mountain” by Brandon Tilt
Huy ch q’u (thank you) to those who support the indigenous communities and actively decolonize their minds and spirits.
Ways to support indigenous communities:
* Recommended Readings:
https://ojibwe.net/resources/
- ”Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer
- Any books written by an indigenous author about the Indian Act, eg, “First Nations 101” by Lynda Gray
* To learn the unceded land you are on:
* Ask yourself…
Who are the hereditary chiefs or elected council members of that nation?
What language do they speak?
What does this nation represent?
Where does their name come from?
Are these your teachings to share?
* I recommend you find Facebook events which are supporting the nation; there are many, especially around Orange Shirt Day, September 30th.
* DO NOT purchase traditional medicines from outlet stores, gift shops or any location where it is unclear if these profits are taking away from Indigenous people. Similarly, avoid events that monetize stolen teachings. If they do not have permission, this is cultural appropriation.
