Our Approach
Unlock your full growth potential
Our promise to you
This is not just another psychedelic retreat. This is a best-in-class psychedelic journey, built to create the most value for you. Wherein you gain the deepest insights and create sustainable change.
Our program includes a high-end environment where you can relax in privacy and exclusivity, where everything is taken care of. At the core of our retreats is a deep commitment to providing personalised care, crucial for maximising the benefits of a psychedelic experience. This commitment is unwavering.
Whether in individual or group settings, our focus on personal care and attention is a fundamental part of the retreat experience. This approach not only enhances the safety and effectiveness of the psychedelic journey but also ensures that each participant feels supported and valued. The result is a transformative experience that is both deeply personal and profoundly impactful.
You will bring your devotion to personal development to the table and we bring our knowledge, experience, and personalised program. Combined together this is a proven success. We are proud of our 100% success rate. And we dare to stand for it - if afterwards you don’t think it was worth the money we offer a full refund.
Every individual is one-of-a-kind, and so are our retreats. No two are the same because every aspect, big and small, is tailored to your context and needs. In the realm of self-discovery, one size does not fit all. Each person's journey is distinct, and shaped by their unique experiences, beliefs, and aspirations.
We embrace this diversity and fine-tune each element of your journey. From the exercises you engage in to the topics of discussion, everything is chosen to resonate deeply with who you are and what you seek. Our exercises are not generic; they align with your life's narrative, encouraging insights that are both profound and actionable. Conversations evolve organically, guided by your unique perspectives and experiences.
This tailored approach ensures that your retreat is not just a getaway but a deeply personal exploration. It's a journey that is meaningful, engaging, and perfectly aligned with your unique path. Every detail is considered to support and enhance your discovery, making your time with us truly one-of-a-kind.
In our private, one-on-one retreats, the focus is entirely on you. Every element, from the serene environment to the daily activities, to the music we play, is customised to your personal preferences and goals. This bespoke approach guarantees a retreat experience as unique as your journey of self-discovery.
In group settings, we foster a sense of community and shared experience without losing sight of the individual. Each member of the group receives attentive care and support, ensuring that the collective experience enhances personal attention and introspection. Our skilled facilitators balance group dynamics with individual needs, ensuring that every participant's journey is respected and valued.
We have created the most meaningful and impactful psychedelic journey out there, ensuring you get the most out of this magical experience. Our focus is on fostering long-term transformation, not just short-term experiences. We emphasise in-depth preparation and careful integration, which are essential for sustainable personal growth, all at your own pace and in flow.
Preparation Phase
Our preparation phase prioritises three key areas: building trust, setting a clear intention, and providing the necessary tools and mindset.
- Building Trust: Trust is crucial for creating a safe and receptive space for your journey. This foundation allows for a more profound and open exploration of your experience.
- Setting a Clear Intention: We engage in meaningful dialogues to help you define a focused intention. This clarity directs your experience and shapes the insights you'll gain. Research shows that a well-defined intention can significantly amplify the benefits of the retreat.
- The Right Mindset and Tools We equip you with the essential tools to navigate confidently and dive deep, fostering a mindset of openness and curiosity. This ensures you enter the journey with the skills and perspective needed to fully embrace it.
Integration Phase
In the integration phase, we help you understand and apply the insights you've discovered. Psychedelics can reveal deep truths with remarkable clarity, and we guide you in interpreting these insights and integrating them into your daily life. This process transforms a single experience into lasting, meaningful change, embedding growth and revelations into your everyday existence. When done right the first time, the need for repetitive sessions diminishes, as the transformation you achieve is both profound and enduring.
Join us at Awayk for a journey that promises positive, sustainable growth, turning your psychedelic experience into a catalyst for long-term personal transformation.
At Awayk, your safety is our top priority, closely followed by ensuring the effectiveness of your experience. Both research institutions and spiritual communities recognise the potential of psychedelics to catalyse transformative experiences and promote psychological healing. Research shows that carefully controlling the set, setting, and dosage optimises the impact and minimises the chances of a negative experience. Our approach revolves around these three crucial aspects.
Set: Your Inner Landscape
The "set" refers to your mindset, expectations, and psychological state as you embark on a psychedelic journey. Your inner landscape plays a pivotal role in shaping the experience. Through introspection and self-reflection, we help you clarify your motivations and acknowledge any fears or anxieties. Inspired by therapeutic and mindfulness practices, we prepare you by setting a clear intention, building trust, and teaching you how to navigate the experience. This enables you to approach psychedelics with an open, curious, and receptive mindset, enhancing their potential for personal growth and insight.
Setting: The External Environment
The "setting" encompasses the physical and social environment of your psychedelic experience. Creating a safe and supportive setting is essential for optimising the experience and mitigating potential risks. Our surroundings are comfortable, with appropriate music, dim lighting, and access to nature. Trust between you and your guide is crucial. You will be guided by either Pieter or Maarten who will be there for you throughout the entire process. Our process allows for ample time to form a strong basis of mutual trust and understanding between you and us.
Dosage: Finding the Balance
The dosage of a psychedelic substance plays a critical role in shaping the intensity and duration of your experience. Too high a dose can be overwhelming, making it difficult to gain valuable insights, while too low a dose may provide limited value. Contrary to common belief, dosing is based on your desire for control and the rigidity of your ego structure, not on gender or body weight. Those who can fully surrender may have a profound experience even on a lower dose. During the preparation process, we will select the right dosage for you, so that you walk away with valuable insights that are in line with your intention.
Dedicated Guides
Either Maarten or Pieter will be your dedicated guide throughout the entire program. We have undergone extensive training in psychology and guiding psychedelic experiences, combined with personal self-work, ensuring a deep understanding to assist you. With their support, you can confidently explore your inner world, knowing you are in capable and compassionate hands.
Big Impact, Baby Steps
A psychedelic experience often allows you to see the full maze of your thought patterns, understand their nature, and recognise them for what they are—just thoughts. Experiencing this will open the door to positive change. This process typically involves a series of small, gradual adjustments.
Ultimately, the choice to make changes is always yours. Gaining a new perspective gives you the option to choose differently than before. We are with you every step of the way.
processing, peace and confidence to let go of what doesn't deserve me, to stand in my
strength and to really see and feel myself and the other.
Why psychedelics?
Psychedelics offer an unparalleled possibility to redefine how you live your life. From birth, our brains begin to form algorithms that dictate our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. These algorithms are both helpful and limiting at the same time. Gaining a deeper understanding of them is a powerful and important step towards personal growth. Psychedelics are an invaluable tool for gaining deep insights into these patterns and creating the possibility of positive change.
Research shows that participants rank the experience as one of the most impactful events of their lives, even years later. During these experiences, your thinking brain takes a backseat, allowing your subconscious to speak freely. Creating room to (re)discover core insights, values, and truths of your life. Such a once-in-a-lifetime event simply deserves the very best.
If done right, psychedelics offer a crash course for personal development. They can help you overcome specific life hurdles, provide a transformational journey, or simply allow you to explore the nature of your mind and become more aware of all life has to offer.
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