This course is inspired by the preparation process we developed for our 8-day retreat in Brazil, where participants engage in traditional plant medicine ceremonies held in collaboration with Indigenous communities from the Huni Kuin and Yawanawa traditions.
Course outline
Part 1: How can IFS support us in the preparation process?
- Why do we think IFS can be helpful in the preparation process?
- How do we usually use IFS when addressing parts of us that are activated when we plan a psychedelic journey?
Part 2: Working with Protectors
- What are the ways we can work with our protectors to prepare for a psychedelic journey?
- What are some examples of common protectors that are active when we plan to participate in a ceremony?
- How to address the concerns of our protectors?
Part 3: The Intention
- Why is the intention important?
- Why do we often set intentions from a dominant part of ourselves?
- How can we set an intention that is self-led and welcomed by all our parts?
Meet the course hosts
Gabriella Csanádi
Gabriella is from Hungary, and her journey is rooted in a deep passion for holistic healing and transformation.
With a background in Cultural and Social Anthropology, she delved deep into the realms of consciousness and traditional healing systems, immersing herself in the study of spiritual healers in Brazil for her Master’s and PhD theses.
Her academic pursuits extended beyond research, as Gabriella shared her insights as a lecturer at the University of Vienna and Aarhus. Yet, her quest for holistic well-being and inner transformation led her to transition from academia to entrepreneurship. In 2016, she co-founded INUA, a wellness company specializing in holistic solutions for well-being.
Continuing to expand her vision, Gabriella established SoulHome, where she guides individuals back to their true Selves through a blend of IFS therapy, energy healing tools, shamanic rituals, and embodiment practices. In addition to her professional and family life, Gabriella finds joy in yoga, dance, travel adventures, and silence in the company of cats and books.
Michał Pasterski
Michał is the founder of Life Architect and a Certified IFS Practitioner from Poland.
His work is dedicated to fostering transformative experiences, whether through his practice, the projects he leads, or the communities he supports.
He is the author of “Insight. Road to Mental Maturity” – a book about the journeys into our inner worlds. Over the past 17 years, he has published more than 400 articles on his Polish blog, Michalpasterski.pl, which attracts the attention of over one million readers annually. You can find an English version of this blog on Pasterski.com. For the past 17 years, he has led or organised more than 30 retreats all over the world. Through Life Architect, he has organised trainings for mental health professionals from all over the world.
His path with plant medicine began over five years ago. Over time, working with Amazonian master plants supported him in transforming some of the most challenging moments in his life and career into meaningful breakthroughs, shaping a more embodied and integrated way of living and leading.
After work, he loves being a father to his two small daughters, enjoys travelling (mainly to Southeast Asia), dancing and practising Qi-Gong.
