Psychedelic Revelations: Ibogaine, Psilocybin, & Huachuma with Medicine Woman Paulina
Sat Feb 07 2026
Summary
Cura Medicina presents the transformative power of psychedelics, plant medicines, and ancestral healing in this illuminating conversation with Paulina. Discover her journey from psychedelics to guiding ceremonies, explore the nuances of medicines like Iboga and mushrooms, and gain insights into integrating sacred experiences into daily life.
Paulina shares her personal journey into medicine work, starting from her first LSD experience at 18. Deep dive into the differences between Iboga and Ibogaine, including their traditional and therapeutic uses. She offers practical insights into designing safe and meaningful mushroom and plant medicine ceremonies and the role of ancestral healing, altars, and energy clearing in spiritual practice
Paulina is an Ibogaine facilitator, and we explores the effects of Ibogaine on addiction, focusing on its physiological impact on the brain and the subsequent lack of cravings and withdrawals experienced by individuals post-treatment. It highlights the detoxification process and the potential for personal insights during the journey.
Takeaways
Ibogaine resets receptors in the brain.
Post-Ibogaine, individuals often lack cravings.
The detox process can be profound.
Insights may not be immediate but can develop over time.
Withdrawal symptoms are significantly reduced after treatment.
The experience can vary greatly from person to person.
Physiological changes can lead to psychological benefits.
The journey can help in understanding the root of addiction.
Support systems are crucial post-treatment.
Long-term effects can last for months after the experience.
Keywords: Ibogaine, addiction, cravings, huachuma, Psilocybin,
spirituality
Sound bites
"Imagine having a really deep detox."
"They experience that they don't have cravings."
Chapters
00:00 Paulina's Journey into Medicine
03:55 Understanding Iboga and Ibogaine
06:51 The Mechanism of Ibogaine in Addiction Treatment
09:41 Integration After Ibogaine Journeys
12:55 Exploring the World of Psychedelic Mushrooms
15:40 Ceremonial Practices with Mushrooms
18:41 Experiences with the Yawanawa in Brazil
34:16 The Magic of Ayahuasca Ceremonies
36:38 Powerful Lessons from Plant Medicines
40:13 Forgiveness and Ancestral Connections
43:37 Ancestral Healing and Boundaries
45:41 The Journey of Writing a Book
50:33 Authenticity and Personal Growth
54:12 Grounding Practices for Connection
56:41 Integrating Insights into Daily Life
01:00:29 OWL_SHORT.mp3
01:01:27 Untitled Track.mp3
Connect with Paulina:
https://www.trueisense.com/
https://www.instagram.com/trueisense/
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curamedicina.cominstagram.com/cura_medicina_podcastderek {@} curamedicina.comDerek's Books on Amazon:
Ayahuasca: A Beginner's GuideSacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine DesignHapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon RainforestSubscribe & Review
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Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/
Outroll Music by Derek
My Vision & Prayer
May all beings be happy.
May all beings be free.
May all beings find their way home.
~ Om Mani Padme Hum
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Summary Cura Medicina presents the transformative power of psychedelics, plant medicines, and ancestral healing in this illuminating conversation with Paulina. Discover her journey from psychedelics to guiding ceremonies, explore the nuances of medicines like Iboga and mushrooms, and gain insights into integrating sacred experiences into daily life. Paulina shares her personal journey into medicine work, starting from her first LSD experience at 18. Deep dive into the differences between Iboga and Ibogaine, including their traditional and therapeutic uses. She offers practical insights into designing safe and meaningful mushroom and plant medicine ceremonies and the role of ancestral healing, altars, and energy clearing in spiritual practice Paulina is an Ibogaine facilitator, and we explores the effects of Ibogaine on addiction, focusing on its physiological impact on the brain and the subsequent lack of cravings and withdrawals experienced by individuals post-treatment. It highlights the detoxification process and the potential for personal insights during the journey. Takeaways Ibogaine resets receptors in the brain. Post-Ibogaine, individuals often lack cravings. The detox process can be profound. Insights may not be immediate but can develop over time. Withdrawal symptoms are significantly reduced after treatment. The experience can vary greatly from person to person. Physiological changes can lead to psychological benefits. The journey can help in understanding the root of addiction. Support systems are crucial post-treatment. Long-term effects can last for months after the experience. Keywords: Ibogaine, addiction, cravings, huachuma, Psilocybin, spirituality Sound bites "Imagine having a really deep detox." "They experience that they don't have cravings." Chapters 00:00 Paulina's Journey into Medicine 03:55 Understanding Iboga and Ibogaine 06:51 The Mechanism of Ibogaine in Addiction Treatment 09:41 Integration After Ibogaine Journeys 12:55 Exploring the World of Psychedelic Mushrooms 15:40 Ceremonial Practices with Mushrooms 18:41 Experiences with the Yawanawa in Brazil 34:16 The Magic of Ayahuasca Ceremonies 36:38 Powerful Lessons from Plant Medicines 40:13 Forgiveness and Ancestral Connections 43:37 Ancestral Healing and Boundaries 45:41 The Journey of Writing a Book 50:33 Authenticity and Personal Growth 54:12 Grounding Practices for Connection 56:41 Integrating Insights into Daily Life 01:00:29 OWL_SHORT.mp3 01:01:27 Untitled Track.mp3 Connect with Paulina: https://www.trueisense.com/ https://www.instagram.com/trueisense/ Connect with Derek: curamedicina.cominstagram.com/cura_medicina_podcastderek {@} curamedicina.comDerek's Books on Amazon: Ayahuasca: A Beginner's GuideSacred Geometry and Patterns of Divine DesignHapé Sacred Tobacco: Plant Medicine Ally From The Amazon RainforestSubscribe & Review Please take a moment to subscribe to the podcast and leave us a review on your favorite platform. See all platforms. Opening prayer by Noke Koi. Please find out more about his tribe from the Amazon at https://vozesdafloresta.org/ Outroll Music by Derek My Vision & Prayer May all beings be happy. May all beings be free. May all beings find their way home. ~ Om Mani Padme Hum