[Opgelost] How do you recommend formulating a clear intention for the psychedelic journey?

Formulating a clear intention for a psychedelic journey — such as during a truffle ceremony, truffle session, or psilocybin session — is crucial for creating direction, safety, and depth in the experience. A well-set intention helps your brain and subconscious mind focus on what truly matters to you. Here are some suggestions:

1. Start with your goal. People often participate in psychedelic sessions to work on personal growth, emotional healing, spiritual development, or to overcome issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, or trauma. Ask yourself: What do I hope to understand, feel, or transform?

2. Phrase your intention positively and openly. Instead of saying “I don’t want to feel anxious anymore,” try “I want to learn to understand and release my anxiety.” This invites your subconscious to bring insights, without forcing outcomes.

3. Align your intention with your current life phase. As shown in the top 25 reasons for joining a truffle ceremony, your intention might relate to processing grief, increasing self-love, rediscovering life purpose, or letting go of control. There is no "right" intention — it simply needs to resonate with what you need now.

4. Use the intake form as a reflection tool. The trip therapy intake form helps you reflect on your health and your goals. Filling it out is often the first step toward gaining clarity on your intention.

5. Leave room for the unexpected. A strong intention provides direction but does not force a specific outcome. Psychedelic experiences often bring unexpected revelations and can uncover parts of yourself that were hidden. Stay open to what wants to emerge.

6. Focus on what you want to achieve, feel, or think — not what you want to avoid. In the end, your intention should be a statement of what you want to create or move toward. Avoid using denial-based language such as "not," "no," or "don't." Instead of “I don’t want to feel fear,” say “I want to feel safe and courageous.” This kind of framing helps your mind guide the experience in a more constructive and healing direction.

Let your heart speak and be honest with yourself — that's the best starting point for a meaningful inner journey.