PLANT MEDICINE RETREAT · FREDENSBORG, DENMARK
Life Transforming Retreats
with plant medicine
A two-day plant medicine retreat at The Magic Garden in Fredensborg, north of Copenhagen. There can be many reasons why you feel the call to an inner journey: pure curiosity about yourself and the Universe, a longing for meaning in life, a crisis, or something else entirely.
Maximum 11 participants · Friday evening and Saturday · Integration evening the following Tuesday · Fredensborg, north of Copenhagen
Answering the call to your inner journey
Joseph Campbell describes this call as “the call to adventure”.
Going on inner journeys and being the hero or heroine of the Adventure of Self-discovery, the path to self-knowledge and personal growth, is perhaps the most exciting and rewarding thing you can do in life. It also takes great courage, trust in the process and self-discipline.
It is our calling in life to support inner travelers and seeking souls on what we at The Magic Garden call the Adventure of Self-discovery. A life transforming retreat gives you the best setting to look into yourself like never before: the magic of the place, original modern shamanic journey music, plant medicine and an experienced team of guides.
Love, light, magic and blessings
Jacob & Ecaterina Moth and The Magic Garden Team
INTRODUCTION TO THE RETREAT
What you can safely expect
The retreat is inspired by several therapeutic and spiritual traditions, including Dr. Stanislav Grof’s practice, Holotropic Breathwork™, Tibetan Buddhism and Native American shamanism. We create a warm, safe and loving space where you get the help and care you need at any time during the retreat.
An experienced guide by your side
You receive help, support and guidance at any time from our whole team of guides. There are at most 11 participants, so safety and trust are the key words.
Live journey music
Our own band, Axis Mundi Experience, plays original music live throughout the ceremony, led by Jacob and with Ecaterina’s voice.
A personal conversation
Before the ceremony you have a personal conversation with Jacob or Ecaterina, the lead facilitators.
Healthy food
You get healthy, mostly organic and vegetarian food both before and after the ceremony.
A modern temple
The garden’s many places, sculptures and rooms are shaped around the universal archetypes and the Hero’s Journey, and they all support you on your inner journey.
Integration and community
The following week you meet your fellow travelers again at a three-hour integration workshop, where we help you integrate your insights into your daily life.
HOW IT UNFOLDS
The program
Friday evening is spent on introductions and preparation, and Saturday is dedicated to the ceremony itself. The following Tuesday you meet again for an integration workshop.
Friday
4.45 PM – 9 PM
You meet the people you will be sharing your inner journey with. We get to know each other, and Jacob introduces the group to a variety of techniques that will be useful during your inner journey. You receive guidance and answers to any questions you might have.
After the sharing circle and introduction, we share a delicious, light and plant-based meal, whereafter we fast. After dinner, you have a private talk with either Jacob or Ecaterina.
You are more than welcome to explore the “Axis Mundi Spacecraft” as well as the garden, and take in the special energy of the place.
Saturday
8.30 AM – 8 PM
After some introductory preparations and a sharing circle, we begin the ceremony, which lasts until late afternoon.
During the landing phase, the participants paint and draw mandalas. It is a powerful way to process and integrate an inner journey while it is still fresh in your memory.
After that we form a circle where everyone can share their experiences and insights, and we end the day by sharing a meal together.
Tuesday
6 PM – 9 PM
Integration workshop, where you can look forward to seeing your fellow travelers again. We work in depth with the group’s experiences from the journey and how best to bring them into your daily life. If you cannot participate physically, you can join online.
The full program with times
Friday
4.45 PM Arrival
5.00 PM Meditation
5.11 PM Sharing circle
6.00 PM Lecture and guidance by Jacob
7.00 – 9.00 PM Dinner and individual talks, possibly with a walk in the Palace Garden
Saturday
8.30 AM Arrival, preparing the Round Hall and meditation in the garden
9.15 AM Sharing circle
10.00 AM – 5.30 PM Ceremony and integration with mandala drawing
5.30 PM Sharing circle
6.30 PM Dinner and rounding off
Times are approximate.
AXIS MUNDI EXPERIENCE
The music for your journey
The music during the ceremony is played live by Axis Mundi Experience, The Magic Garden’s own band, made up of Jacob and Ecaterina Moth. On an inner journey, the music is the main vehicle that carries you.
With his 40 years of experience, Jacob orchestrates a truly unique six-hour music landscape that guides the group. Ecaterina, a trained and intuitive singer, supports your inner work with her expressive voice.
The music is professionally recorded. You can use it for integration after the ceremony as a member of The Magic Garden Tribe.
BEFORE YOU COME
Preparation before the retreat
Introspection and time for inner exploration
We encourage you to stay as introspective as possible during the week leading up to the ceremony. Give great attention to your emotions and body sensations, as well as any dreams. Keep a diary, and you can even draw small mandalas.
Spend time in nature, meditate, do yoga, and let your breaths be deep and calm. Preparations do not have to take several hours. If your days are busy with work, family and kids, give yourself small moments during the day.
Some people cannot sleep for a day or more before the ceremony. This is perfectly normal. If it happens to you, know that all is well.
Food
We recommend a plant-based or vegetarian diet in the week, or just the last 2-3 days, before the ceremony, but it is not a must. You will receive detailed information about food when you sign up.
Drink plenty of water every day, and minimize coffee, sugar and other stimulants. If you get headaches when you stop coffee abruptly, you can reduce it gradually in the week before.
On the morning of the ceremony you must be fasting, but you may drink water.
AFTER THE JOURNEY
Integration
The integration phase is just as important as the journey itself. Ideally you have the day after free, while you are still open and extra sensitive and your experiences are very close.
Write your experiences down, and always wait until the day after, or longer, before making final decisions. The unconscious often speaks to us through metaphors and symbols.
At the integration evening the participants meet again at The Magic Garden. If you come from far away, you can join online.
Read Jacob’s guidance for deep inner journeys
YOUR GUIDES ON THE JOURNEY
Meet the team
Our retreats are led by Jacob and Ecaterina Moth and facilitated by a dedicated and experienced team. Several of our team members are taking our 4-year education in Integral Transpersonal Psychotherapy and are trained to guide participants safely through their journey.
Jacob Moth
With over 40 years of experience, Jacob has trained with masters such as Stanislav Grof, Terence McKenna and Michael Barnett. He has taken and guided hundreds of inner journeys. He is the author of Land of the Nocturnal Butterfly – an Inner Journey, with a foreword by Dr. Stanislav Grof.
Learn more about Jacob
Ecaterina Moth
Singer and facilitator. Ecaterina has guided hundreds of people through ceremonies, full moon meditations and sessions. Her presence, empathy and deep understanding create a supportive space, and her voice is an essential part of The Magic Garden’s ceremonies and concerts.
IN PARTICIPANTS’ OWN WORDS
“My life has taken a quantum leap during and after this journey. From the heart, thank you, beautiful, wonderful, and skilled Jacob and Ecaterina.”
Sanne, DK
“The Magic Garden ceremonies and music, for me, are unmatched and unparalleled. It is deeply moving. THANK YOU!”
Tatiana, DK
Read more testimonials
PRICE & BOOKING
Do you long for more joy and inner peace?
3,300 DKK
If you bring a friend, the price is 3,100 DKK per person.
Maximum 11 participants, so reserve your spot in advance. You must be at least 21 years old. Accommodation is not included.
How to book your spot
1 Write to Ecaterina, and we will send you the application form.
2 Fill out and return the form.
3 Once accepted, you will receive payment details.
4 Make the payment, and we will send you detailed information about the retreat.
Questions and answers
Is accommodation included in the price?
No. We do not offer accommodation at The Magic Garden. After the evening ends at 9 PM on Friday, you can return home or book accommodation in the local area. Fredensborg Husene is 400 meters from us and has nine guest rooms. You can also find Airbnb or hotels in the area.
Can I drive home after the plant medicine ceremony?
It varies from person to person. In most cases, people feel capable of driving or going home by public transport. If it is your first time, make sure that someone picks you up after the ceremony.
How many participants and guides are there?
There are at most 11 participants. Each retreat is supported by 7-8 facilitators, so everyone receives personal guidance throughout the process.
What if I cannot come to the integration evening?
Then you can join online via a link. If you have unfinished processes that need to be worked through, it is a great advantage to come in person.
Do I need a conversation before I apply?
No. You can apply directly. If you have questions first, you are welcome to a short 20-minute conversation with Ecaterina. It is optional.
AFTER THE RETREAT
Supporting you every step of the way
We are here to support you on your journey, before, during and after the retreat.
Full moon concerts. Experience music designed for deep reflection and integration.
See the concerts
Online temple. Listen to the music from your ceremony in The Magic Garden Tribe.
Join the Tribe
Community. Be part of a network of people who understand and appreciate you just as you are.