Maria Sabina

Maria Sabina was a Mazatec indigenous healer and shaman from Mexico, renowned for her knowledge of sacred mushroom ceremonies. She used psilocybin-containing mushrooms to facilitate spiritual insights, healing, and communication with spirits. Her traditional practices gained international attention in the mid-20th century, influencing both anthropology and the psychedelic movement. Though respected within her community, her openness to outsiders brought challenges, highlighting cultural and ethical considerations around indigenous knowledge. Sabina's life underscores the importance of respecting indigenous traditions and the complex relationship between sacred practices and wider society.