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  Pura Vidya

Rikchari:
A 12-week Microdosing Experience to cultivate greater Health and Well Being

Microdosing is a quickly growing practice in the psychedelic community and for good reason: While we may not have time or resources to invest in ceremonial or therapeutic sessions, microdosing is a way to begin to develop a relationship with a plant medicine that can fit easily into our lives. In addition, the scientific and psychedelic communities are finding benefits from this gentle practice without the risks associated with bigger journeys.

However, since microdosing is a very subtle approach, if our journey is unguided then many of the benefits may not be realized. For this reason, we have developed Rikchari: a 12-week program held in a safe container where your questions and doubts are addressed and your experience is intentionally and thougtfully integrated into your life. This approach ensures that your experience will result in long term shifts and changes for the betterment of your health and well being.
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Live Calls:
January 2nd - March 19th
Detailed schedule below

​Rikchari is a Quechua word calling on us to WAKE UP!

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“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
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​― Marianne Williamson


What's Included?

  • 1 group call - Preparation
  • 10 group calls - Microdosing
  • 1 group call - Integration
  • 12 Week Meditation Course
  • Breathwork Practices​
  • Creativity Practices
  • Dharshans / Lessons / Shamanic Philosophy
  • Community Chat Group
  • 6 month reunion call
  • Private Coaching Sessions available for additional charge
    ​(More info)

Exchange

$1,800 us*
*Additional 3% processing fee for Credit Card Payments Only
​*Pay as you go or pay all at once

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  • The full program exchange is $1,800
  • You are welcome to make payments, pay in full, or anything in between by choosing the appropriate quantity (Qty)
  • Or Venmo [email protected] to avoid 3% fee
  • If you do not complete the program, you are still required to pay the full price unless otherwise discussed and agreed upon.
  • To reserve your spot, please make at least one payment
  • Contact [email protected] with any questions

Live Call Schedule

If you are unable to attend a live call, they will be
​recorded and made available via Google Drive.


2024:
Jan 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
​Mar 5, 12, 19

​Group calls will last approximately 2 hours
and will start at 4pm
 PT/7pm ET

Our Approach to Microdosing

Microdosing is when we work with very small dose of psychotropic plants, so small that the mind altering effect isn't felt. Instead, the shifts and changes that are happening in our bodies are occurring on a subtle level that requires us to be subtle of mind in order to be perceived. Many studies have been done attempting to assess the physical benefits of this approach, often times with much success. Our course, however, focuses instead on intention, relationship and creativity. 
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Intention
Why do you want to work with plant medicines? What changes would you like to make in your life? What are you ready to let go of? What would you like to manifest into being? What shifts and changes are needed in order to bring your manifestation into creation? If we enter into relationship  with a Spirit Plant without taking our time to bring light to our intentions, than we're not putting our best foot forward. In Rikchari, you will be coached and guided into finding crystal clarity in your intention, which will permeate and guide your entire experience.  
 
Relationship
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Plant Medicines are not merely a plant, nor merely a medicine, they are a Spirit. When we ingest the plant we are inviting a Spirit into our body. This is an extremely intimate experience that requires us to put our best selves forward. Just as when going out on a first date, we make sure to bathe, dress well, put on perfume, etc., while working with Medicine we need to cleanse our body, be clear in our intentions, and present ourselves to Spirit with patience and understanding that relationships take time to build and develop. The plants with which we will be working are here to support, help and guide us, but only if we take the time and create the space to be able to listen.

Creativity

While working with medicine the portals to the kingdom of heaven will be opened, if only a crack. It is up to us to sit quietly and be ready for revelation to pour through us. You will be guided in many exercises and creative practices that will help you get out of your own way in order to allow Spirit to be expressed without the judgmental mind convincing you that your expression should look a certain way. It is our creative force that has the power to effect change in our lives and by making these changes, we have the power to change the Universe.


Benefits of Microdosing

With the increased popularity and attention of psychedelics and microdosing, scientists have been investing more time into studying the effects and have found several positive outcomes.
  1. ​​Increased creativity: Many people report that microdosing with psychedelics leads to increased creativity and a greater ability to think "outside the box".
  2. Improved mood: Microdosing helps to alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. Research suggests that microdosing with psilocybin may be as effective as traditional antidepressants, with fewer side effects.
  3. Enhanced focus: Microdosing improves concentration, focus, and productivity. It has even been shown to help to reduce symptoms of ADHD.
  4. Increased empathy and sociability: Microdosing has been shown to improve social interactions, increase empathy, and promote a greater sense of connectedness to others.
  5. Spiritual exploration: Microdosing is a powerful tool for exploring spirituality and finding a greater sense of meaning in life. It may also lead to a greater appreciation for nature and a deeper connection to the world around us.
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With Which Plants Will We Be Working?

In our opening group call, we will discuss which plants might be a good fit for you. With our guidance, each participant is empowered to choose which plant resonates most strongly for them. In addition, building a relationship with a plant does not inherently mean that the plant must be psychedelic in nature. Therefore we have included non-psychotropic plants and fungi on the list below. This list is not inclusive, it is merely intended as a list of suggestions. You are welcome to study virtually any plant. If you are interested in something that is not on this list, please let us know your intentions.
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Psychotropic Plants & Fungi
  • ​Good for creativity: Psilocybin “Magic” Mushrooms
  • Good for calming, focus & connection: Washuma “San Pedro Cactus”
  • Good for connecting to Spirit Realms: Ayahuasca Vine with or without Chakruna (DMT)

Non-Psychotropic Plants & Fungi
  • Calming Nervous System: Chamomile, Valerian, Lavender, Passion Flower, Lemon Balm
  • Dream Support: Mugwort, Skullcap, Valerian, Peppermint, Cacao, Blue Lotus 
  • Medicinal Mushrooms: Chaga, Lion's Maine, Turkey Tail


How Do I Source The Medicine?

A lot of plant medicines are becoming decriminalized and are more and more available around the world (hallelujah!). If you don’t know how or where to find the plant with which you’re interested in working, please reach out to us and we can support you.

​Can we work with Pharmaceutical Psychedelics?

No. We hold no negative judgment about compounds like MDMA and LSD. In fact, there is a growing body of scientific evidence that show the incredible benefits of working with them. We, however, focus on whole plant and fungi based medicine and do not feel equipped to hold space for this work. If you are interested in working with these compounds, feel free to reach out as we can refer you to those who are doing beautiful work in this field.

​About Your Facilitators

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​Ananda has been working as a healer, guide, yogi and medicine carrier for over 20 years. Along the way she co-created and ran her own retreat center and managed a robust wellness team at Present Moment Retreat in Mexico.  She also co-created Kula Collective, an international Yoga School through which she has been guiding retreats and trainings for several years.
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Ava is a Creative Arts Therapist, Psychedelic-Assisted Therapist, Vedic Yogi and Meditation Teacher. Over the past ten years, she has been on a journey of Self inquiry asking the fundamental question of “Who Am I?" From Ayahuasca to ashram life, psychology & psychotherapy to yoga & mediation; conscious dance to creative arts; it’s been a journey. These days she companions individuals, and runs workshops and retreats around the world on creative and experiential inquiry and re-membering the joy of our true, unlimited nature.


​While traveling abroad during University, Coby met a Peruvian healer who shed a new perspective on his path. "Now that you have begun to work within the Spiritual Realm, now that you're devoted to serving this planet", she told him, "you'll never have to concern yourself with material concerns, for the planet is now your ally. The Material Realm will support you on your mission." Coby took this message to heart and has devoted himself to supporting others on their path of awakening ever since.

Together, Coby and Ananda founded Pura Vidya, whose mission is to explore and share the art of cleansing in order to quiet the mind so as to live in harmony with our soul's purpose.
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