If you’ve been looking to have a journey yourself but don’t feel called to a guided session (or can’t afford it), this is a good alternative for some people (not all). Whether you’re looking to hold space for a loved one, or you have a loved one willing to hold space for you, this is a brief, focused guide to help prepare you. It draws on my experience as a guardian in ayahuasca ceremonies, holding space for individual and group high-dose mushroom journeys, volunteering with the Zendo project at Burning Man to provide support for those having challenging psychedelic experiences, and the dozens and dozens of experiences sitting in ceremony individually and groups.
Learn the following:
• How does a trip sitter compare to guided journeys?
• Who is suitable to journey with a trip sitter vs. a trained guide?
• What are important qualities, do’s, and don’t for a sitter?