My Story
I work with people who feel a genuine call to live more honestly, whether they are new to plant medicine or already walking that path with experience and respect. For over 20 years I worked in large international corporations across Europe. I understood structure, leadership and the pressure of high-performance environments from the inside. And over time, living in constant overdrive and total disconnection from my own needs brought me to my knees. Burnout. Depression. A life that looked right on paper and felt completely hollow.
The Turning Point
That became my turning point. I didn't swap one identity for another or reinvent myself into something more palatable. I just started being more honest, about what I needed, what wasn't working, and what I actually wanted my life to feel like. I radically changed everything. Travelled around the world, and now in Peru. Committed to practices and trainings that were rooted in real experience, not theory. And slowly, I built a life that I actually want to live.
What I do now?
Today I live and work at Garden of Peace in Tarapoto, Peru. I guide people through plant medicine retreats and master plant dietas, holding the space before, during and after, through the practical and the deeply personal. My work is structured and grounded. I care about preparation, safety and what happens after people go home. That part matters just as much as the ceremony itself.
Where I Work
Alongside dieta work, I run 5-day ayahuasca retreats that start every Monday, here in The Garden of Peace, designed for people who feel the call but can't commit to a longer stay. Every retreat is small, personal and held with the same care as the longer programs.
See all retreats and dietas HERE.
If you're curious, cautious, or somewhere in between, you're welcome to reach out. I offer a free 30-minute call where we can talk honestly about where you are and whether any of this makes sense for you. No pressure. No sales pitch. Just a real conversation.
With all my love,
Marije
