✨ Preparation (Before Ceremony)
1–2 Days Prior:
- Eat clean, light, nourishing meals (fruits, vegetables, grains, broth).
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, dairy, pork, processed foods, and recreational substances.
- Hydrate well with water and herbal teas.
Night Before:
- Eat your last meal no later than 7pm (light & simple).
- Set your intention (journal or meditate on what you’d like to release or call in).
- Get plenty of rest.
Day of Ceremony:
- Fast for 6–8 hours before session (water only).
- Do not take supplements or medications unless cleared in consultation.
- Wear comfortable, loose clothing.
- Bring:
- A water bottle
- Journal & pen
- A small blanket if desired
- An open heart & willingness to surrender
🌸 Aftercare (Integration & Recovery)
Right After Ceremony:
- Rest and hydrate slowly.
- Eat something light and nourishing (soup, fruit, broth, or plant-based meal).
- Take time to journal or sit in silence to capture insights.
First 24–48 Hours:
- Avoid alcohol, heavy/greasy foods, and strenuous activities.
- Stay hydrated with water, coconut water, or herbal teas.
- Be gentle with yourself, physically and emotionally.
- Rest, stretch, or do light walking if it feels good.
Ongoing Integration:
- Continue journaling your dreams, feelings, and insights.
- Meditate or practice gentle breathwork/embodiment exercises.
- Eat clean, grounding foods that support your body’s healing.
- Connect with supportive community, loved ones, or integration coaching.
- Revisit your intention, notice what’s shifted and what new clarity has arrived.
✨ Remember: Kambô is the beginning of a healing process, not the end. Your ceremony opens a doorway, integration keeps it alive in your daily life.
