A Free Practical Guide for Your Psychedelic Journey
Practical tools to prepare your body, mind, and heart — so you can meet your experience with clarity, safety, and trust.
Welcome, friend.
We are happy you have found your way here.
If you are curious about exploring psychedelics — whether at one of our retreats or in another setting — this guide is for you.
We are Ioana and Imke, the founders of The Heart’s Door Retreat, and we have created this eBook to help you feel grounded and well-prepared before entering such a profound experience. Inside, you will find gentle, practical tools that we have used ourselves and shared with many participants over the years.
This is our way of offering something back — freely and with care — to everyone walking this path of self-discovery.
Why Preparation Matters
Psychedelics are not like supplements or vitamins; they invite you into a deep encounter with yourself.
How you prepare — your mindset, your physical state, and the space around you — shapes the entire experience.
This guide offers a simple, science-informed approach to preparation, rooted in embodiment, mindfulness, and compassion. It’s designed to help you enter your journey feeling calm, curious, and supported.
What You Will Find Inside
Practical daily rituals for grounding and reflection
Guidance for setting intentions
Tools for creating physical and emotional readiness
Practices to strengthen awareness and presence
Suggestions for integration — bringing insights into daily life
This guide is a gentle companion for anyone:
preparing for a ceremony or retreat,
exploring psychedelics with curiosity and respect, or
simply wanting to live with more awareness and balance.
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