Listen "36: Rooted in Healing: Iboga, Bwiti, and the Path of Transformation w/Troy Valencia"
Episode Synopsis
Pascal sits down with Troy Valencia to explore the world of Iboga and the Bwiti tradition.Troy shares his own journey of initiation and healing with Iboga, offering insights into how ancient practices and modern science can come together in respectful and effective ways. He emphasizes the importance of community, sustainability, and ethics in the use of this sacred plant medicine.We also dive into the science of Iboga and Ibogaine, their therapeutic potential, and the risks and safety considerations that must be understood.This is a conversation about healing as both a personal and collective process—where science, spirit, and community all play a role.🌿 Who this is for👉 Journeyers curious about Iboga as a healing path, and what makes it distinct from other medicines👉 Seekers who want to engage responsibly with the Bwiti lineage and support ethical, sustainable practices👉 Anyone interested in the intersection of traditional knowledge, conservation, and modern therapeutic science✨ Key themesIboga as a powerful plant medicine with deep cultural rootsThe Bwiti lineage: community, lineage, and spiritual growthSustainability and conservation: protecting Iboga’s futureIboga vs. Ibogaine: whole plant and single alkaloid approachesThe role of intention, safety, and preparation in the Iboga experienceIntegration and community as the foundation of lasting transformationEthical sourcing and questions to ask providers before choosing to work with them🗣️ Notable quotes“The only way to really understand what the Bwiti is, is to sit in ceremony yourself. Words can’t capture the beauty and depth—it’s a way of life, a collective heartbeat.”“Life doesn’t just happen to you—it happens for you, with you, and eventually as you. Iboga taught me that.”“Community isn’t optional—it’s the soil where healing takes root and blossoms.”“Iboga is the rainbow. Ibogaine is just the color red.”“The medicine is powerful, but it’s what you do with your life afterwards that matters most.”⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Introduction to Iboga and the Bwiti Tradition03:07 – Troy’s Journey and Connection to Iboga06:08 – Understanding the Bwiti Tradition08:47 – Living a Bwiti Life in the Modern World11:52 – The Earthy Connection of Iboga14:55 – Sustainability and Conservation of Iboga17:47 – Finding Ethical Iboga Providers20:35 – The Science Behind Iboga and Ibogaine29:33 – Understanding Ibogaine and Its Medical Context31:29 – Risks and Considerations for Iboga and Ibogaine34:08 – Navigating the Experience: Control and Intention36:39 – The Importance of Environment and Support39:16 – The Healing Journey: More Than Just a Quick Fix40:12 – Psycho-Spiritual Journeys: Deep Healing Through Iboga48:16 – Empowerment and Community in Healing51:19 – Preparing for an Iboga Retreat55:01 – Integration: The Key to Lasting Change58:31 – The Role of Community in Healing
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