What is a truffle ceremony exactly?

A truffle ceremony is a guided inner journey where you use truffles (plant medicine) to connect with your subconscious. It is not a trip for fun, but a conscious moment of self-reflection, healing, and personal growth.

Is a truffle ceremony safe?

Yes, provided it is well supervised and preceded by a medical intake. People who use antidepressants or have mental issues should preferably not participate. Safety and aftercare are always a priority.

What can you feel or experience during a truffle journey?

Every experience is different, but many people feel love, connection, and gain insights into old patterns or questions that occupy them. Sometimes emotions or memories also surface – that is part of it and actually helps with healing.

How long does a truffle ceremony last?

The inner journey itself lasts an average of four to five hours. The entire ceremony, including introduction, preparation, integration, and overnight stay, usually spans one and a half days. This way, you have all the time to land and process.

What happens after the ceremony?

After the ceremony, there is space to share, and the next morning there is an integration conversation. Two weeks later, you will receive another questionnaire to reflect on your process. So you are not alone even after the journey.

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Inner growth with a truffle ceremony: this is how you experience a transformative journey

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Lenneke Geerts laughing outside with a hat on

Eight years ago, Lenneke Geerts took her first steps on the path of inner growth and consciousness. Her encounter with ayahuasca and truffles, plant medicines often mistakenly associated with drugs, opened the door to a profound spiritual journey. This felt like a calling to bring attention to the healing power of these plants. Her life had always been infused with existential questions and a deep curiosity about the purpose of our existence. Truffle journeys provided her with answers and led her to a path of love, trust, and self-discovery. Now, Lenneke, together with Jesse Werner, facilitates truffle ceremonies for anyone who wants to embark on a journey to their inner self, and she shares everything about her own experiences and how such a truffle journey actually works with Amayzine.

An inner journey with truffles

‘In my early acquaintance with truffles, I expected a dream world full of love and magic, but in reality, it felt earthy and sometimes even unsafe. Yet, I let my curiosity prevail and tried again, this time in a more intimate setting with dear friends. Here I found the answers to my deepest life questions. The journey was infused with love and gave me the chance to confront and slowly heal my inner demons and traumas. I emerged lighter from this experience, with a deeper understanding of myself and the realization that we all have the potential to discover our true selves. So it can be done, I thought. Then I felt very strongly that I wanted to share this beautiful experience, because everyone can benefit from such an inner journey.’

This is how a truffle ceremony proceeds

‘My personal journey led me to facilitate truffle ceremonies, where I guide others on their path to self-discovery. Something I wish for everyone. Here’s how it works:

1. Arrival and introduction

Participants arrive at a nature-rich location. Then there is an introduction to the group, usually consisting of a maximum of six participants. Since you don’t know each other but are about to experience something exciting and beautiful together, this vulnerable meeting creates an immediate connection. Participants choose their mattress and place personal belongings. Bringing a notebook is handy to capture thoughts and insights during the journey.

2. Start of the ceremony

The ceremony begins with an explanation of what participants can expect and how the journey will unfold. Each participant expresses their intention and lights a candle. An oracle card is drawn to activate intuition. Some people have a very airy idea about this, but everything is approached in a down-to-earth manner. Just as we are.

3. Ingestion of truffles

Next, the truffles are distributed, and participants eat them at their own pace. After about 45 minutes, they enter a dream state, where their senses become sharper and their inner journey can begin.

4. The inner journey

The ceremony includes various types of music that are chosen intuitively, as music is crucial for the journey. We, as facilitators, are alert to the needs of participants, sometimes talking with them and providing grounding by, for example, touching their feet. The journey lasts on average four to five hours, with some participants traveling longer than others. What you feel during the journey is different for everyone, as everyone has a different intention. However, you can expect to touch a deep part of your inner self and receive answers to life questions that occupy you.

5. Sharing and integrating

After the journey, participants share their experiences where desired while eating together. After this, you can go to sleep. We consciously choose a ceremony with an overnight stay, so you can ground yourself peacefully after your truffle journey. This also keeps you out of your daily routine for a while, which is very nice. The next morning at breakfast, they discuss what they felt and saw, as well as how they want to integrate these insights into their lives. This ceremony is not a quick fix, but rather a starting point for further conscious choices and inner transformation. It is therefore very important to be clear about what you will do with your new insights in the future.’

The effects after a truffle ceremony

‘Inner journeys with plant medicines can lead to a more fulfilling life, with profound love for yourself. They promote connection with your inner self and rewire self-limiting beliefs, allowing you to implement positive changes. These journeys provide answers to life questions and clarity, help release unresolved grief, and encourage letting go of control for deeper self-discovery.’

Important considerations for truffle journeys

‘Although inner journeys with truffles are absolutely safe, there are some important considerations. People who use certain medications such as antidepressants are not suitable candidates for these journeys. Therefore, we always conduct a comprehensive questionnaire before participants join the ceremony. Aftercare is also of great importance. We send participants a questionnaire two weeks after the ceremony to evaluate what the ceremony has brought about and whether there have been changes in their lives. This gives participants the opportunity to stay in the process and discuss any challenges. It is our way of providing personal support, as no one has to make this journey alone.’

Want to know more about truffle ceremonies?

Curious? On innerlou.nl you can find more information about everything Lenneke and Jesse offer.