Application and Initial Effects:
- Pre-Ceremony Introduction: Before the Sapo circle begins, we will provide a thorough introduction to what you can expect. We will discuss the ceremony procedure in detail and go over everything outlined below again in person. This walkthrough ensures that everyone is prepared and on the same page, making sure you feel comfortable and informed about the experience ahead.
- Burn Preparation: Sapo is applied to superficial burns on the skin. A small stick (Tamashi) is made red hot to burn just the top layer of the skin. After burning, the top layer of skin is carefully scraped off. This part is painless and ensures the peptides get into the lymphatic system under that top layer.
- Sapo Application: The Sapo is then applied to the burn, allowing it to be absorbed into the body
- Immediate Sensations: Once applied, you’ll feel a warmth spreading from the burn sites. The effects begin within 10 seconds, including:
- Feverish rise in temperature
- Sweating
- Shivers
- Dizziness
- Rapid heart rate (possibly over 190 beats per minute)
- Fluctuating blood pressure
- Tingling or burning sensation like electricity spreading through the body
- Possible dissociative or drunken high
Intensity and Duration:
- Short-Lived Intensity: The immediate effects are intense and unpleasant but typically last only 12-15 minutes.
- Relaxation Tips: Work with your breath—inhale and receive the medicine with love and trust, exhale and surrender. Swelling of the throat is common but not dangerous.
Purging and Physical Effects:
- Purging: Overwhelming nausea is common, and purging is likely (vomiting, defecation, or both). You’ll have a bucket handy for purging, and assistance will be provided if you need to use the bathroom.
- Additional Effects:
- Pressure in the head, neck, and torso
- Stomach pain
- Inflammation of the throat
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision or temporary blindness
- Difficulty moving
- Numb, swollen lips and tongue
Post-Cleanse Experience:
- Completion: After 15 minutes, the Sapo medicine will be removed, marking the end of the major part of your cleanse.
- Immediate Aftermath: Many people feel very peaceful immediately after treatment. Some report falling into a dreamless sleep, while others may make strange animal noises.
Long-Term Effects:
- Enhanced Well-Being: Post-purge, you may experience:
- Great physical strength
- Sharpened senses
- Heightened mental alertness
- Positive After-Effects: These effects can be immediate or take a day to materialize and often include:
- Consistently elevated mood
- Increased physical and mental energy
- Decreased stress
- Enhanced focus