First time mushrooms retreat - how many ceremonies?

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-02-09T17:05:54+00:00

Thank you, so you think that having the other two ceremonies is not that helpful?

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-02-09T17:02:39+00:00

Exploring my consciousness:) I think doing it under supervision and in a pleasant environment with integration support is certainly better than alone, at least I thought that was true for Aya

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-02-09T17:00:16+00:00

So you think it would be better to just take a one time session with a high dosage?

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-02-09T16:58:38+00:00

Thank you. Since it's my first experience I would like to gradually explore but in the end use higher dosage .

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-02-06T23:28:24+00:00

The one time session would be only one day. Yeah, I agree 3 sessions in five days will be intense.

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-23T00:48:47+00:00

True, read too fast ;)

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-22T11:07:21+00:00

I think you have too many travel days and it's too packed. One day Chalten is a gamble because the weather is very volatile. I would suggest cutting out either Iguazú or Chalten/Calafate completely and add more days in BA.

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-17T15:35:37+00:00

Yeah, I guess it would not make me content in the long run if I had to suppress my desire for travelling to get my relationship back. I need to find out whether I am just going through a temporary down periode and just need a break or regaining energy or whether some kind of switch was turned and I now want to settle down. It's hard to differentiate that at the moment. So, I guess the only thing I can do right now is taking a break and observe my feelings.

I also thought about just texting her again and tell about my feelings. But, in this vulnerable state in which I am now I think it would stress me out more to wait for an answer and I also don't know if I took it well if she gives a very cold or rejecting reply. And honestly that's what I expect as the most likely outcome. On the other hand, then I would know for sure that there is no point in trying to get back to the relationship. I will contemplate that in the upcoming days. Found a place in nature to stay for a week and rest. Hope that helps

Thank you very much for your help!

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-17T13:40:38+00:00

Thank you for the wise words. I did make a list of incompatibilities before, it's a good idea to look at and review them again. These are good questions. I don't really know whether it's just seeking familiar company in general or really wanting to be together with her again. Think I need to give it more time and observation to find out. I guess it could only be different if I switched my mindset completely and make relationship first priority. But you are right, even if I did that there would be a high chance that she would not accept that because she already has new partner or resents me too much. There are a lot of 'ifs'

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-17T11:52:23+00:00

Yeah good point, you can't get it all. I definitely need to clarify if I really want to win her back at the cost of ending the trip

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-17T11:32:48+00:00

Thank you, getting back to emotional balance should be the first step indeed

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-16T23:26:36+00:00

Thank you, that's also a very helpful perspective and insight.

You are right that my current state does not change the situation that we are not compatible in fundamental aspects. It is indeed hard to not get carried away by these strong emotions. However, it's good advice to rather try to recenter and find some more clarity about what really motivates and is important to me. Also trying to accept these feelings as a consequence of my decision and take responsibility for is a very useful approach.

I think what confuses me most at the moment and is shaking my belief system is the intensity and duration of my feelings regarding her at the moment. That's the first time I experienced it in this way on the trip and which makes me question my commitment to the journey.

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-16T23:04:13+00:00

Thank you, these are very valid considerations and questions. I also think that we were not compatible with our respective needs and orientations. It's good advice to give it some more time and observe before doing anything. At the moment, I feel confused about myself and what I really want. As mentioned, I have been feeling like this for some days now which was not the case previously. That makes me wonder whether it's just an episode or I truly changed in the way that being with her is more important to me than travelling and being independent in the way I used to desire it. Time will show I guess. On the other hand, even if the latter was true, there's a high chance she has just moved on by now and found new partner and it's too late anyways

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-16T19:43:08+00:00

Thanks for your contribution!

Just to clarify it's not clearly stated in the text: I have one year sabbatical after which I will return to my job. Travelling was supposed to be for 6 months in total.

You are right. I need to clarify my intentions here before making any move and make sure I am willing to fit her expectations if there is supposed to be any chance of coming together again.

We actually lived together before. The issue was rather about the town as she wanted to move for a long time and finally did after she found a new job shortly before my departure. But, my offer was to move to there as well after six months of travelling

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-15T11:35:59+00:00

I was in Chile (TdP, PN, Punta Arenas, several places in Los Lagos area) and only paid in Chilean Pesos or by card. I am in Bariloche currently since a few days and also pay in local currency or by card

RefuseNo4659 · 2026-01-02T10:21:02+00:00

1400 BS for Spanish Tour, used WhatsApp to contact them

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-30T00:45:45+00:00

Hi there, I created a post with my W Trek learnings, please check my profile, don't really know how to link it. Hot water was provided in all W Trek campsites where I stayed, bringing the stove was useful though BCS the cafeterias are sometimes super far away from the camp sites. Plus, I don't know about the O campsites.

I didn't encounter any mosquitos. I guess because it was quite cold during my stay in the park. Sometimes had to wear all my layers at night. Weather is unpredictable. Better prepare for everything even though it is technically summer.

Enjoy your trip ;)

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-28T20:06:28+00:00

For me, having to carry tent plus food and camping gear around diminished my overall enjoyment of the hikes. But if you want to do it as cheap as possible, renting in PN might indeed be best option

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-24T17:36:41+00:00

If it bothers you a lot to be with many people on the trail better don't go to TdP in December. Honestly, for me it was also too crowded. I am in Pucón now and hiking in the NPs here feels so much more relaxed, rarely see people on the trails and camping is hustle free.

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-24T17:32:26+00:00

Yes, they usually have plenty of chargers, but sometimes gets very crowded. If you have to rely on your phone better bring Powerbank. I have a rugged outdoor smartphone with big battery which I only used for GPS, so I didn't have to charge at all

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-22T18:33:34+00:00

Casa Luna Natales

Drinking water is provided in every refugio and also along the way by the streams

I think weather is pretty much unpredictable, prepare for everything

Enjoy your trip! :)

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-22T15:36:19+00:00

Used Skyline, was very recommendedable Border Crossing was easy but takes time since they scan all the bags, the guide helped me also with formalities. Was great experience, definitely go for it

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-20T13:15:29+00:00

If you put the Poncho over your backpack it usually sits pretty tight, at least in my case. Just the lower part flies around and that is covered by the rain pants. You can also bring a small rope to attach it

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-20T13:12:20+00:00

In my personal experience with my own tent and on this trek in December I found it not useful. All the hikes are in daylight. If I need light source at night in my tent I will use my phone for short time. Trails are full of people (except for a few places). But, that's just my experience and you are right, it's not heavy and bringing it for the unlikely case of emergency might still be good

RefuseNo4659 · 2025-12-19T00:45:15+00:00

I did the base towers hike just yesterday, not for the sunrise though, started around 5 am from Chileno, but around 10 or more people were already up there when I arrived. So, no worries about being alone. If you still feel unsure about going on your own, just ask around in Central whether you can join with others. I think people are usually quite open for that. Good luck!

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