Bufo preparation

1. Bufo | Diet

Although there is no official diet, I advise refraining from sex, alcohol, drugs, commercial tobacco, caffeine, meat, dairy and spicy or processed foods for at least 3 days prior to Bufo.

Respecting a diet in preparation for a medicine journey strengthens, resolve and deepens your intention. The longer the diet is kept pre and post ceremony, the more profound the healing and integration in the physical cells of the body.

On the day of the ceremony, it is recommended to eat light, nourishing foods such as fruits and vegetables and arrive well hydrated. Please bring healthy snacks for after the ceremony.

2. Bufo | Intention

 ‘Our INTENTION creates our reality.’ ~Wayne Dyer

Because of the strength and Sacredness of Bufo, it is recommended to come into the ceremony with a clear and genuine intention. The medicine is not intended for recreational use. It is a tool for healing and expansion. Consider areas in your life where you can use some help.

To help formulate your intention, here are some questions to ask yourself:

• What do I want to work on or heal with this medicine?
• What do I want to let go of?
• What do I want to call into my life?
• What destructive habits, patterns or behaviours do I want to release?
• What is my highest path and purpose?
• How can I be of service?

During the ceremony you will have intense sensory experiences, which may provoke a strong emotional response. You will face your self/self, your traumas, your addictions and your limiting beliefs. You will receive potent visions, lessons and messages. You will receive upgrades and unlock codes stored in your DNA. It can be overwhelming and take weeks to process.

Setting a clear personal intention will help guide the experience. The medicine has the potential to promote deep healing and transformation. It will ultimately show you what you need to see.

Integration with the help of a professional is highly recommended.

3. Bufo | Contraindications

The physical risks of Bufo are reasonably low, as long as one follows the recommendations.

People taking psychiatric medication (anxiolytics, antidepressants and antipsychotics) must be clear of medication for 3 weeks prior to ceremony. Bufo, as well as many other Ancient Medicines work in the same area of the brain as psychiatric drugs. Consult a physician or medical practitioner ahead of time to ensure you can break from using your medication without incident.

Common Psychiatric Medications to Avoid (in Conjunction with Bufo)

Common MOAIs

• Isocarboxazid (Marplan)
• Phenelzine (Nardil)
• Selegiline (Emsam)
• Tranylcypromine (Parnate)

Common SSRIs

• Citalopram (Celexa)
• Escitalopram (Lexapro)
• Fluoxetine (Prozac)
• Paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva)
• Sertraline (Zoloft)

Other Sacred Plant and Animal Medicines should also be avoided for at least 3 days prior to using Bufo.

4. Bufo | Breathwork

Although this is not imperative, it can be useful to practice working with the breath in advance of the ceremony. Bufo is smoked taking a long inhalation (as if sipping very, VERY slowly through a straw). The key to a deep ceremony is taking in as much smoke as possible and then holding it in for as long as you can. Working on long, slow breathing and holding your breath can assist you when the time comes.

5. Bufo | Integration

Integration and application is crucial in order to create positive change. Change can be gradual, depending on the personal will of each individual. Opportunities will, undoubtedly present themselves where we are tested by the Universe; this is where the teachings can be applied. We must stay conscious of the negative patterns and observe how they can influence our personal habits such as our food choices, vices, thoughts, emotions, behaviours etc. These factors can sabotage our progress or help us evolve. It is a choice to use the teachings we’ve received from Bufo to our advantage.

All change and after-effects from Bufo are positive, if the experience is well-integrated. Bufo can rapidly collapse and dissolve false beliefs and distortions, but it is often necessary to restructure the personality and sense of Self, in order to potentiate the healing. The practice of Shadow work, introspection and mindfulness are good places to start your process, but without counselling, results can be slow and there may be relapses. Only you know whether you are truly equipped to use this tool to its potential. Extra support may be required in order to fully integrate. I am available for follow-up discussions but am not a therapist.