Words will never fully be able to reflect the experience that I had at Yosi Ocha, but I will certainly try. Having been to another Ayahuasca Resort in the past – I had some expectations. Those expectations were blown out of the water completely by the beautiful family that makes up Yosi Ocha. A beautifully named resort after Maestro Heberto’s grandfather, who was very present throughout the ceremonies in spirit. I have never felt more at home in any place than here. With that comes a guarantee of safety even through the hardest times you may be enduring in your healing. Everyone is treated like family – and you will feel like family. A high level of trust is placed in everyone and with that you will feel more free than ever before. The Maestro is extremely responsible, powerful, kind, humble, loving and funny. I placed my trust completely in him – and I am so glad I did. My healing was hard at times – but I was able to see it as an absolutely beautiful and necessary process. Maestro Heberto believes in training “little curranderos”, as his grandfather’s wish – as he may tell you goes along the lines of, give a man a fish … teach a man to fish… So he is constantly teaching his techniques, and if you are looking to learn – this is the perfect place to do that. Learn how to build your intention, how to meditate, to work with your plant energy, to take flower paths, smoke mapacho, clear energies, use different colognes, etc. If you enjoy learning – this is the place for you.. no knowledge is hidden here. One thing I didn’t quite think about was the other people here – as this was my healing journey, but let me tell you…the hermanos and hermanas that I’ve met here…I will never forget. I fell in deep love with each and every one of them, and absolutely can’t wait to reconnect with them. The stories shared, the depth of honesty, the genuine and pure emotion that came out… was all so beautiful. Eunice was Heberto’s assistant, and is his sister. She was seen all over the retreat working …always. She gives absolutely amazing hot stone massages. I speak no spanish, but she knew all the spots that needed work intuitively. She’s an absolute blessing during the ceremonies, and sings beautifully herself, adding a lovely feminine energy – and I am thankful to her profoundly for her presence during my journey. We had the option of seeping in the Maloka or our own bungalows. I chose the Maloka most nights – the energy was great, the space was completely open, and it was a lovely communal space to share stories with others before falling asleep. The food was absolutely amazing – they cater to vegetarians and vegans, and will assist you in any additional needs you may require. Be it meat, nuts, certain fruits, etc. It often felt like I was tasting food for the first time… Ruben is an amazing cook. I was here only for one week – and I really didn’t want it to end. I am coming back here again, and would love to spend more time here, to do a lot more work. I am happy with my intentions going in, and what I got out of them, but I am now seeing that there is certainly more work to be done. I can confidently say that this has set me on a new trajectory to a much more beautiful and graceful path in life… full of love and kindness. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart and the depths of my soul – Irake!