RAPEH CEREMONY : plant medicine snuff

Rapeh is a sacred, non-psychedelic plant medicine. It is a mix of tobacco powder and ashes from different medicinal plants. Rapeh is blowing it through the nostrils. The main sensations are of warmth and a sense of mental calm and emotional grounding.

Rapeh is traditionally used to get rid of the “Nisu” from the body. A Nisu is a "cold wind" like fear, confusion, or a block in the functioning of the systems in the body. In Yogic terms, Rapeh helps clear the energy channels for a better flow of life force or Prana.

In more contemporary settings, Rapeh is used to center before or after Ayahuasca ceremonies. It is also considered a way of decalcifying the pineal gland. Also, Rapeh is a helpful way of grounding before practices like Meditation.

What to expect?

We will offer a short introduction and a gentle Rapeh blow, followed by a moment of…