4 week hybrid series live/zoom presentations
Recreational and medical uses of cannabis are in the news daily, but we see and hear much less about the magical, meditative, and spiritual uses. Entheogenic use of cannabis is at least as old as its use in textiles, food, and medicine. The herb has found use in spiritual traditions throughout the history of humanity. Come join the circle as Phil fires up an experiential tour of the deep and mysterious world of cannabis magick. Expect a euphoric sampling of techniques to maximize and direct the herbal experience toward magical ends.
You choose how you would like to participate.
We will gather in person at the Nest each week.
A Zoom link will be provided as we get closer to beginning our program.
Recordings will be provided.
A WhatsApp group will be created to connect and share as a community on this magickal topic.
Albert Hoffmann, Richard Schultes, and other enthnobotanists have speculated that cannabis was influential in the origin of almost every known religion. The rituals that developed around the plant became sacred activities that are still practiced today, with and without the herb. How did this come to be? What gives this plant its affinity with ritual and magick? What rituals do modern cannabis enthusiasts continue to practice and what new rituals may evolve from our practices? Rastas call ganja “the healing of the nations;” is there any basis to this idea? How does cannabis use change the individual and does the same apply to larger groups of people and even nations? Is it already too late, or can spread of legal cannabis offer some hope in hard times?
I. January 21st: The Lowdown on Getting High: What makes cannabis so useful as a medicine? What makes it so much fun as a recreational substance?
II. January 28th: History- Come join a smokin’ discussion of the place that cannabis held in almost every major world spiritual tradition… and how it can still serve those purposes today.
III. February 4th: Rituals, Past & Future - The rituals that developed around the plant became sacred activities that are still practiced today, with and without the herb. How did this come to be? What gives this plant its affinity with ritual and magick?
IV. February 11th: Grow Big or Grow Home - Did you know that you can grow better cannabis at home than you can buy at the dispensary?
About Facilitators:
Philip H. Farber is the author of High Magick: A Guide to Cannabis in Ritual and Mysticism; FutureRitual: Magick for the 21st Century; Brain Magick: Exercises in Meta-Magick and Invocation; and other titles. He is a Licensed Trainer of NLP, a Hypnotist Instructor, and maintains a private practice in New York’s Hudson Valley.
Farber has provided us with a well researched, intelligent and playful grimoire for initiates of the Herb Dangerous, aka cannabis. From NLP savvy mindhacks to group ceremonial practice, High Magick details the history, pharmacology and mythology of cannabis and brings it all to life with practical esoteric techniques. Highly recommended indeed! - Julian Vayne, author of Getting Higher: The Manual of Psychedelic Ceremony.
Stefanie Frank is a dynamic and multifaceted individual known for her diverse contributions to the field of healing arts and community building. She is the founder and director of ESKFF Nest, a healing arts refuge and retreat center located in the serene surroundings of Woodstock, NY. As a visionary retreat leader, Stefanie is committed to creating transformative experiences that cater to the spiritual and holistic well-being of individuals.
Stefanie's unique approach to healing arts integrates various modalities, including music, sound healing, flute, dance, and breathwork. She is deeply passionate about designing and guiding nature-based, spiritually diverse transformational experiences, ceremonies, and rituals that facilitate profound personal growth and healing.
Stefanie holds influential positions on multiple boards of directors, including the Church of Sacred Mirrors (COSM). Her participation in these boards reflects her dedication to fostering community, spiritual exploration, and artistic expression.
Cost:
$45 per individual session.
$150 for the complete series
We highly recommend joining the full series for the most comprehensive experience.
Joining all 4 parts of the series not only provides you with comprehensive learning across multiple sessions but also offers you potential savings. By enrolling in all parts of the series, you can take advantage of the bundled pricing available. Additionally, as a special gift, you will receive a book authored by Phil Farber, the facilitator, that enhances and reinforces the teachings from the four-part series. This package not only saves you money but also provides valuable additional resources to deepen your understanding and practice.