VOICED : El alucinogeno yage se pone de moda

The video explores the yagé ritual near Bogotá, highlighting its popularity among tourists seeking spiritual healing. A Mexican visitor shares his personal experience, emphasizing the energy and healing he finds in yagé. Traditionally used by indigenous communities, yagé is a mix of ayahuasca and chacruna, containing DMT, which induces visions. The ritual is guided by shamans, but improper use can be dangerous, as evidenced by past fatalities. The legal status of yagé is complex, balancing indigenous rights with international DMT restrictions. Experts note that urban trends may dilute its ritualistic significance.

What is the primary reason tourists are attracted to yagé rituals in Colombia?

• To experience local cuisine

• To participate in traditional dances

• To seek personal healing and energy renewal

• To learn the Spanish language

What are the main components of yagé?

• Cactus and peyote

• Ayahuasca and chacruna

• Coca leaves and tobacco

• Coffee and cacao

How do participants describe the role of yagé in their spiritual journey?

• As a language teacher

• As a financial advisor

• As a spiritual psychologist

• As a physical healer

What is a potential risk of participating in a yagé ceremony?

• Experiencing dangerous side effects if not properly guided

• Forgetting one's identity

• Becoming addicted to the substance

• Losing the ability to speak

What legal challenge does the use of yagé face?

• It is banned worldwide

• It is only allowed for scientific research

• It is in a legal limbo due to indigenous rights and DMT restrictions

• It is fully legalized in all countries