Preparing for Your First Plant Medicine Retreat: What You Need to Know
- Sean Despain
- Aug 27
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 31
Stepping into your first retreat is a powerful moment. It’s natural to feel both excited and a little nervous — after all, you’re about to enter sacred space with ancient medicines that open the heart, body, and mind in ways you may have never experienced before. At Peace Life, we guide you every step of the way so that you can feel safe, prepared, and ready for the transformation ahead.
Before You Arrive
Preparation begins well before the retreat. We help participants with:
Dietary adjustments — following a dieta that removes heavy foods, toxins, and stimulants so your body is clear and receptive.
Medication screening — ensuring there are no conflicts with the medicine work. Safety is always the first priority.
Setting intentions — clarifying why you’re coming, what you hope to heal, or what guidance you are seeking.
During the Retreat
When you arrive — whether in Utah with Natural Worship, deep in the Amazon rainforest of Peru, or on sacred land in Mexico — you’re welcomed into community. From the moment you step into the retreat space, you are held by trained facilitators and master healers who provide structure, compassion, and guidance.
Expect a blend of:
Ceremonies guided with prayer, song, and plant medicine.
Integration circles where you can share your experiences.
Supportive practices like meditation, yoga, breathwork, and energy healing to keep you grounded.
After the Retreat
The medicine continues working long after ceremony ends. This is why integration is so vital — and why Peace Life provides structured tools and community support through our app and follow-up programs. You’ll learn how to bring the insights into your daily life so that the healing lasts.
Universal Principles, Local Flavors
While the structure of preparation, ceremony, and integration is universal, each location has its unique spirit:
Utah offers a sacred and legally protected environment.
Peru immerses you in the wisdom of indigenous healers and the rainforest.
Mexico provides accessibility and warmth, with deep authenticity.
No matter where you choose, the foundation remains the same: safety, respect, and transformation.
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