Dieta is the Spanish word for diet and in the shamanic tradition, simply means that we are inviting into our body the body and spirit of a plant. We drink this plant medicine three times a day. The process also allows us the opportunity to live more consciously and presently. We do this by limiting or eliminating external distractions, noise, or stimulants in order to be able to hear the deep wisdom the healing teacher plant wants to share. We might simplify our diet or limit TV and recreational computer use. We might choose to avoid stressful situations or people and to create time for reflection and meditation. We become aware of the activities that drain us of our energy and those that enliven us. It becomes easier to live in the flow of our soul’s unique divine path. In return for our dedication to cultivating our relationship with the plant, our inner ear becomes open to the teachings of the spirit of the plant and our life begins to heal.
Typically in South America, a dieta would be done in isolation in the middle of the jungle with only the sounds of the wind in the trees and the rush of the river, with only plantains and fish to eat. Because of our culture, this level of sacrifice is nearly impossible. In order to do this here in America, we amend the Amazon dieta to be more compatible with our American lifestyle, also known as a social dieta. The compassionate spirits of the plants are eager to meet us where we are and support us in deep connection to nature and spiritual awakening.
We offer guidance with three different dieta options; one that is the bare basics for a successful journey, a less restrictive choice and another that is more restrictive for those looking to connect at the deepest level. We provide suggested guidelines to inspire you to clean and clear all the distractions in your life that keep you from connecting to your true best self and connect you to the plant spirit wisdom that can lead you there.
Dieta Option 1 (Bare Basics / Enough of a Connection for a Successful Journey)
Dieta Option 2 (Less Restrictive / Connect Further)
Dieta Option 3 (Most Restrictive / Connect at the Deepest Level)
During each dieta, everyone in the group will diet the same plant. Each 4-week journey will be a different plant medicine. The plants we diet are dependent upon what’s available during my next trip to Peru. We will know in February what will be coming home with me.
Some examples of master teacher plant dietas that may be available:
Over four weeks, we will come together as a group for an opening and closing ceremony at the maloca, as well as a mid-journey group video conference call to answer questions, concerns, or help put meaning to anything that has been experienced thus far. In-between we will guide you through your individual journey by providing you with a comprehensive program delivered to you via email.
The journey includes: