Mama Killa World (MKW)
Scope: spiritual/educational & wellness activities (non-medical)
Last updated: 17/10/2025

Sobriety is a core pillar of safety and respect across all MKW spaces. This policy sets clear rules before, during, and after each activity, plus practice/medicine-specific guidance. It applies to retreats, circles, workshops, and 1–1 sessions.

1) Scope & non-medical reminder

• MKW does not provide medical or psychological care; these sobriety rules are preventive and oriented to wellbeing.

• Your Practice-Specific Preparation Guide governs where it is stricter than this policy.

• If you have health or medication questions, consult your physician and report them truthfully in your Health Questionnaire.

2) Baseline rule (applies to all activities)

• No alcohol or recreational drugs:

  • Before: at least 48 hours.

  • During: prohibited.

  • After: at least 24–48 hours substance-free (as instructed by the facilitator).

• Arrive sober: no signs of intoxication, hangover, recent psychoactives, or sedation.

• Prescription medications: take only as prescribed; disclose all meds/supplements in the questionnaire.

Important: some practices require more days of abstinence or specific food/medication restrictions. Always follow your Preparation Guide.

3) Specific substances (general criteria)

• Alcohol: avoid ≥48 h before; remain alcohol-free ≥24–48 h after.

• Cannabis & other recreational psychoactives: avoid ≥7 days before for visionary/high-process practices; remain substance-free ≥72 h after.

• Recreational stimulants (cocaine, amphetamines, MDMA, etc.): prohibited; severe risk with practices/medicines.

• Caffeine: limit for 24 h prior; no caffeine the morning of the event (reduces tachycardia/anxiety).

• Nicotine: moderate for 24 h prior; respect breaks and designated areas.

• Supplements/herbs (ginseng, guaraná, St. John’s wort, kava, etc.): may interact; suspend per Preparation Guide and disclose in the questionnaire.

• Antidepressants/antipsychotics/MAOIs/SSRIs/SNRIs, benzodiazepines, beta-blockers, diuretics, anticoagulants: require evaluation; do not start/stop on your own; report dose/timing.

4) Fasting, hydration & meals

• Fasting: follow the practice-specific window (some require 8–10 h).

• Hydration: drink only as guided by staff (avoid overhydration).

• Meals: avoid very heavy meals 2–3 h before; follow food-avoid lists per practice.

5) Practices & sobriety requirements (indicative)

Timings below are minimums; your Preparation Guide may require more. MKW may extend abstinence based on your health history and medications.

• Rapé (sacred tobacco, Nicotiana rustica)

  • Alcohol/recreational drugs: ≥48 h before and ≥24 h after.

  • Caffeine: limit 12–24 h before.

  • Note: contains nicotine (may raise BP/HR).

• Sananga (Tabernaemontana spp.)

  • Alcohol/drugs: ≥48 h before and ≥24 h after.

  • Contacts/driving: remove lenses; do not drive immediately after.

• Bobinsana (Calliandra angustifolia)

  • Alcohol/drugs: ≥48 h before and ≥24 h after.

  • Caution: anticoagulants/low BP—disclose.

• Yopo (Anadenanthera peregrina) (only where clearly permitted)

  • Alcohol/drugs: ≥7 days before and ≥72 h after.

  • Other psychoactives: suspend ≥14 days before; reinforced evaluation and specific consent required.

• Kambô (Phyllomedusa bicolor) — higher-risk practice

  • Fasting: 8–10 h (only guided water).

  • Alcohol/drugs: ≥72 h before and ≥72 h after.

  • Caffeine/nicotine: avoid on the morning of Kambô; minimal nicotine that day.

  • Diuretics/antihypertensives: strict evaluation (risk of electrolyte/pressure shifts).

• Ayahuasca — higher-risk practice (not the same as isolated DMT; MKW does not use pure DMT)

  • Alcohol/recreational drugs: ≥72 h before and ≥72 h after (often longer).

  • Serotonergic/MAO-related meds (MAOIs, SSRIs/SNRIs), antipsychotics, benzodiazepines: require planning, possible washouts and/or contraindication; do not modify without your physician.

  • Other psychoactives (cannabis, mushrooms, ketamine, etc.): suspend ≥7–14 days before.

  • Diet: follow strict preparation diet (MAO-relevant and other restrictions).

6) Pregnancy, breastfeeding & convalescence

• Pregnancy/breastfeeding: generally not eligible for higher-risk practices; always disclose.

• Post-surgery, active infections, or recovery: postpone and consult a professional.

7) Driving, departure & return to routine

• Do not drive if you feel altered, drowsy, or visually affected.

• After intense practices, prioritize rest, light food, and avoid critical decisions for 24 h.

8) Compliance & truthfulness

• MKW may deny/postpone participation if intoxication, acute withdrawal signs, or non-compliance are detected.

• Staff may conduct discretionary checks (e.g., basic signs) for group safety.

• False or omitted information in your questionnaire/interview may result in removal from the event without refund (see Booking & Refunds).

9) On-site policy (spaces & materials)

• Do not bring, hold, share, or consume alcohol/drugs in the venue or event areas.

• Keep devices on silent; respect quiet and no-media zones.

10) Updates & contact

• This policy may be updated to reflect best practice or operational changes.

• Contact: WhatsApp +599 9 523-5214 • info@mamakillaworld.com (subject: “Sobriety Policy – [event/date]”)