Toad ceremony

The "toad ceremony" refers to a ritual involving the ingestion of toad venom, specifically from the Sonoran Desert toad (Bufo alvarius), which contains 5-MeO-DMT, a powerful psychedelic compound. This ceremony can lead to profound psychological and physiological experiences.

1. Hamilton Morris shared his intense experience with this ceremony, where he initially aimed to document the toads and speak with local shamans in Mexico. He described the venom's immediate and overwhelming effect, comparing it to a near-death experience 1.

2. Tony Riddle discussed transformative effects from the ceremony, noting changes in family relationships and personal healing. He recounted turning into a "dragon" during the experience, representing deep, transformative personal growth 2 3.

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     The Toad Ceremony

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     Transformative Ceremonies

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     Transformation through Toad Venom

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     Intense Toad Experience

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     Exploring Five Meo DMT

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3. Aubrey Marcus and Jake Paul highlighted the ceremony's ability to merge individuals with a profound sense of universal consciousness or "God." They emphasized the emotional release and healing it facilitated, even involving shared emotional moments between participants 4.

4. Maria Chavez explained her extensive facilitation of 5-MeO-DMT ceremonies, underscoring the substance's potency and its origins. She detailed how the toads spend most of their lives underground, hinting at the mystical nature of the venom they produce 5.

Participants often seek these ceremonies for deep spiritual insights, emotional healing, and a sense of connection to a higher consciousness or universal energy.