Shamanism Series: Theory, Practice & Self-Exploration w/ Ricardo Cheroke
Introduction 🌿✨
🌱 Each month, we dive into a new topic in our Shamanism Series to expand our knowledge through a blend of theory and practice.
🍃 This month, we explore Amazonian Tobacco, delving into its history, properties, uses, and the magical essence it holds in Amazonian traditions.
>>Why learn about tobacco?🌟
🌱 Tobacco has been part of our lives, but often misused
🎯 Understanding its sacred nature allows us to recognize its symbolic and energetic significance
❌ Avoid harmful, toxic tobacco products
🌿 Use it intentionally in shamanic practices
>>Through this workshop, we’ll discover how to work with Amazonian tobacco to🔮 :
🕯️ Activate ritual energy
🛡️ Attract protection
🌌 Enter sacred spaces
🌿 Prepare for ceremonies
🚪 Open pathways of learning
🙏 Seek permission and create sacred pathways
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Workshop Structure 🌀
🎉 Opening Ceremony
Like all rituals, we begin by asking for permission from the Four Directions, invoking a sacred space to use this plant as medicine.
📜 Theory & History
Learn about the sacred role of tobacco in indigenous Amazonian cultures and how tribes use it for rituals, healing, and protection.
🛠 Practice & Self-Exploration
Explore practical techniques for working with tobacco, including:
💨 Tobacco in smoke form for ceremonies and protection
💧 Tobacco in water form for cleansing
🌬️ Tobacco in powder (rapé) form for connection
🤝 Group Practice
Participants will pair up to practice these techniques under the guidance of the facilitator.
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Benefits of Tobacco 🌿
🍂 Tobacco as medicine opens sacred rituals and heals physical and energetic bodies.
🌿 Tobacco oil helps prevent infections.
💧 Tobacco water, in proper doses, aids in internal cleansing and deworming.
🌬️ Tobacco powder (rapé), applied with a kuripe, alleviates headaches, sinus issues, chronic stress, and more.
🛡️ Tobacco diets provide spiritual protection and deep connection with plant spirits.
🌱 With this knowledge, you’ll be able to integrate sacred tobacco into future ceremonies and workshops with intention, healing, and respect—stepping away from recreational misuse.
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Who is this workshop for? 🧘♀️🌍
🌌 Anyone drawn to work with energy and sacred plants
🌿 Spiritual teachers and leaders looking to incorporate tobacco rituals into their practices
🚬 Tobacco users who want to understand and transform their relationship with it
🌎 Anyone curious to learn about the sacred traditions of other cultures
🛠️ Those interested in preparing their own tobacco medicine. แก้ไขด้วยแอปเอกสาร
ปรับแก้ แสดงความคิดเห็น และแชร์กับคนอื่นเพื่อแก้ไขไปพร้อมๆ กัน
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Workshop Agenda 🎯
🎉 Welcome & Participant Introductions: Learn about attendees’ experiences with tobacco.
🌿 Topic Introduction: Dive into the Amazonian magic of tobacco.
🕯️ Four Directions Ritual: Open the altar and sacred space.
📜 Theory & History: Explore traditional knowledge.
🛠️ Practice & Self-Exploration: Guided exercises with tobacco.
❓ Q&A Circle: Interactive discussion.
🌟 Closing Ceremony: Gratitude and connection.
📣 Teaser for Next Topic: A sneak peek into the next workshop.
🍎 Group Sharing: Enjoy fruits and snacks in community.
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When and Where? 🕘
🗓️ Date: Saturday, November 30
⏰ Time: 9:00 – 11:30 AM (Arrival: 8:40 AM)
📍 Location: Paeng Noi Waterfall (Ticket Entrance Counter)
📍 Google Maps: Location Link
📌 Notes:
⏰ Arrive by 8:40 AM to purchase your park entrance ticket and greet fellow participants.
📴 At 9:00 AM, we’ll switch phones to flight mode and walk as a group to our destination.
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Investment 💰
💵 600 THB/person (includes use of tobacco).
💵 500 THB/person if you bring a friend or relative (includes use of tobacco).
📌 Note: The park entrance fee is not included and must be paid separately.
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What to Bring 🎒🍃
💧 1L water bottle.
🖊️ Notebook and pen.
🧻 Tissues.
🌺 Flowers or amulets to charge at the altar.
🍎 Fruits or snacks to share (vegan and healthy options).
🌊 Swimsuit and towel for a refreshing dip in the waterfall.
🦟 Mosquito repellent.
🌧️ Raincoat.
🪑 Mat or towel to sit on wet surfaces.
🛡️ Waterproof bag for valuables.
📌 Note:
🌱 Arrive fasting or having eaten a light, organic breakfast (fruit and tea recommended).
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Facilitator 🌄
🌿 Ricardo Cheroke, Chamanic name.
🎂 Born September 30, 1982, in Cuzco, Peru.
🌄 Descendant of the Incas, deeply connected to the wisdom of the Andes.
🌱 Began his shamanic path at age 12, learning through the Wachuma master plant and years of sacred diets.
💖 With a heart open to serving others, Ricardo has spent decades sharing his knowledge of Pachamama and sacred plants worldwide.
🌟 Join Ricardo to explore the magic of Amazonian tobacco and deepen your connection to the spiritual and natural world.
