Plantcestor:
an ancient living organism that are predecessors to the human kingdom, which depends on them to survive for food, breath, medicine, fire, shelter, and more. Through their intimate daily relationships to humans for many centuries, they have acted as vessels of ancestral, elemental, and *cosmic* knowledge, folklore, culture, history, and memory, and have been utilized to support the spiritual and earthly well-being of humans for many generations.
They are our ancestor's ancestors, amongst the earliest and most ancient beings whose livelihood, sacrifices, and brilliance has made human & animal life possible upon this Earth.
Through intentional and reciprocal cultivation and respectful relationship with these diverse and multi-dimensional allies, humans have been able to access the masterful and mysterious healing miracles and deep wisdom afforded by these highly intelligent ancestors, towards greater alignment with our own authentic purpose, greater wholeness, peace, and balance with the natural order of the universe that ensures and sustains all life. This wisdom of “plants as ancestors” is practiced and tended by Indigenous and traditional peoples from all over the globe, rooted in and passed down by the original ways of our ancestors.
Terminology coined by Layla Kristy Feghali
A Journey into Conciousness
Join us for an immersive journey into the rich history and profound significance of the Blue Lotus. Over the course of our weekend intensive, we delve deep into its ancestral roots and the intricate tapestry of human consciousness it has woven through dreams into the fabrics of culture in human history.
This is an exploratory intensive, where we commune with these plants as a community.
“And thou didst symbolize the deathless power. That under all decaying forms lies hid, The old world worshipped thee, O Lotus flower, Then carved its sphinx and reared its pyramid.”
-Arthur Wentworth Eaton-
Break down of our Weekend Journey
Our Introduction to the Mystic
Friday, May 3rd
9 am CST
Understanding the Lotus:
We embark on a captivating exploration, tracing the historical trajectory and mapping the cultural significance of the Lotus. Through the lens of ethnobotany, we unravel its profound relationship with humanity and its transformative impact on our collective consciousness.
Engaging the Sacred:
Our journey commences with an intimate introduction, where we set the stage for meaningful connections and embark on an initial energetic weave with the sacred Lotus. Together, we probe the essence of the sacred, delve into the realms of ritual, dreams, mythos, and psyche, and explore the profound transformations that occur within the altered states of consciousness induced by the Lotus.
Diving into the Sensory World
Saturday, May 4th
7 pm CST
As the sun sets, our journey with the Blue Lotus deepens into an immersive sensory experience. Join us on the second day as we venture into the enchanting realm of the Lotus, engaging our senses and exploring its mystical dimensions.
In the embrace of our sacred space, we invite you to commune with the Lotus, opening your senses to its enchanting presence in tea, tincture, and smoke. Through guided practices and experiential exercises, we illuminate the mystical and mythic aspects of the Lotus, weaving together cross-cultural narratives and sensory perceptions.
Dream Weaving with the Lotus
Sunday, May 5th
9 am CST
As the dawn breaks, we gather once again to explore the ethereal landscapes of our dreams within the embrace of the Blue Lotus. Join us for a morning of introspection, exploration, and profound revelation as we weave the threads of our dreams into the tapestry of waking life.
What's Included
Self-reflective questions and practices along the way
Dream Integration sessions
Community Calls
Meditations and Communion with the lotus
Community Group Chat
Live call recordings
Guidebook + Further Resources
Art by: Ntyiki Na Ku’yu Ra-sama Kuntsasi. Cuando Yo Muera, Mi Huipil Florecerá’ by Santiago Savi
This Journey is for you...
If you feel the call to reconnect to the sacredness of plants
If you feel the call discover the true story behind the Plants of the Gods
If you have been curious about the traditions of ceremonies that are tied to the Lotus
If you would like to uncover the roots of where these plants come from and their relational story to us
If you are trying to cultivate a more spiritual and intentional connection to the Lotus
All beings welcomed,
Come as you are,
Further Resources
Self-Paced Courses
