Most of us grew up believing Amanita muscaria—the red-and-white mushroom from fairytales and emojis—was toxic, dangerous, even deadly. But what if that story was only half true?
In this episode of The Sovereign Shift, breath alchemist and ceremonialist Jessica Love shares her extraordinary journey of discovering this so-called “toxic” mushroom as a sacred teacher, and why pairing it with conscious connected breathwork changes everything.
Together we explore:
Jessica’s story flips the script: what’s been labeled “toxic” is often medicine in disguise. And when combined with the breath—the most sovereign healing technology we have—the results can feel nothing short of miraculous.
Whether you’re curious about plant and fungi allies, or simply want to remember the power that already lives within your breath, this conversation will expand your sense of what’s possible.
What we cover
00:00 Introduction and Deep Breathing Exercise
00:27 Guest Introduction: Jessica Love
01:07 Jessica Love's Journey with Amanita Muscaria
02:41 The Sovereign Shift Podcast Overview
03:47 Conversation with Jessica Love Begins
05:15 Discovering Amanita Muscaria
16:28 First Amanita Muscaria Ceremony
21:55 The Power of Breathwork and Amanita Muscaria
31:54 Synchronicities and Reverence for Amanita Muscaria
34:20 The Dual Nature of Amanita Muscaria
42:58 The Consciousness of Anitas
43:55 Respecting and Giving Back to Fungi Medicine
46:40 Family Foraging Adventures
50:05 The Importance of Proper Preparation
52:43 Breathwork and Plant Medicine Integration
01:05:05 The Amanita Maiden Journey
01:12:37 Future Plans and Mushroom Festivals
01:18:35 Connecting and Learning More
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