The Soul Academy Process

For a safe & lifechanging experience

Why we strongly advocate for guided ceremonies

Traditionally, the most profound and secure way to work with this medicine is within a group setting, under the guidance of experienced facilitators. This approach not only enriches the experience but also significantly enhances safety. While solo journeys can be enjoyable, the deepest benefits and most meaningful insights are gained by adhering to time-tested protocols developed over millennia. These protocols ensure your safety, allowing for deeper exploration and minimizing the risk of challenging experiences, often referred to as "bad trips." For beginners, the guidance of skilled facilitators is essential to navigate this transformative process effectively.

Retreat outline and program:

Phase 1 - Preparation

Preparation and integration are crucial for maximizing the benefits of the ceremonies and establishing a strong foundation for your ongoing journey. To ensure you are fully prepared and to address any uncertainties before the retreat, we have outlined three key preparation steps:

Personal Consultation
Schedule a personal meeting—whether in person, via Zoom, or over the phone—with one of our facilitators. This session allows us to connect, assess your readiness, and ensure you are both physically and mentally prepared for the process.
Group Preparation Workshop
Participate in a preparatory Zoom workshop with Charlotte, Jonathan, and your retreat group. This session includes:
- Introduction and meet-and-greet with fellow participants
- A Q&A session to discuss the medicine, the process, and any other relevant information
Individual Preparation Practices
Engage in individual practices to enhance your readiness, including:
- Meditation tools
- Guided meditation audio files
- Setting personal intentions

These steps are designed to support you before the retreat and help you integrate your experiences afterward, ensuring a more profound and transformative journey.

Phase 2 - Retreat

Arrival day

Check in around 2 pm. Get together. Light meal. Preparation.

We thoroughly go through all steps in the Ceremony to reduce uncertainties and surprises. This step has proven itself important since it reduces a lot of worries in the ceremony itself

Group Ceremony (5-6 hours)

The ceremony starts in the early evening, and is composed of ceremonial settings from different traditions we experienced serving the western mind and giving both a beautiful structure as well as safe setting. It's non-religious but spiritual if you want.

With selected music and drumming we then stimulate your utterly personal experience.

Light late Dinner

We advocate that the evening after the Ceremony remains quiet and for personal contemplating.

Day 2

Breakfast
Group integration sharing + individual/group coaching. (Optional)
Going home around 11-12 am if a 1-night ceremony retreat

If a 2 - nights ceremony retreat, the program continues:

Resting, nature walks, meditation, yoga, a light meal
Short workshop/satsang (optional)
Late afternoon: Group Ceremony 2 (5-6 hours)
Light late dinner

Day 3:

Breakfast
Group integration sharing (individual/group coaching. Optional)
Going home around 11-12 am

Phase 3- Integration

Individual work: Meditation practises + Journalling and reflection work

Integration Buddy date (1 or 2 friends from the retreat group to chat and share for support)

Group workshop with Jonathan and Charlotte:

- Sharing experiences and insights

- How to implement and integrate insights to daily life?

- Continuous process

Individual coaching sessions (optional) with Charlotte or Jonathan