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Mistiq Journey

A shamanic breath and body experience

A hands-on guided process of breathing into the body, in a manner that allows deep physical and emotional release

Begin Your Journey

The Mistiq Journey Experience

The Mistiq Journey is a shamanic breath and body experience. It is a 3-hour hands-on guided experience designed to enable deep physical and mental transformation in the body.

The Journey is a structured set of activities which encourage the participant to focus their breath on opening all the muscles that hold tension and block energetic flow. This process allows participants to progressively deepen their mental clarity and emotional regulation, while enabling both deep physical relaxation and invigoration.

For hands-on elements of the Journey, the practitioner guides the breath of the participant through touch, while the participant guides the practitioner through hand communications. This system promotes the delivery of nothing more or less than what is best aligned with the needs of the participant at any given time.

Mistiq Journey Experience

Elements of the Journey

The Mistiq Journey combines various therapeutic elements to create a transformative experience

Online Intake Survey

Online Intake Survey

Personalized preparation for your journey

Greeting & Meditations

Greeting & Meditations

Centering practices to begin your journey

Breathwork Meditation

Breathwork Meditation

Guided breathing techniques for transformation

Assisted Yoga

Assisted Yoga

Gentle guidance through beneficial postures

Traditional Thai Massage

Traditional Thai Massage

Ancient healing techniques for releasing tension

Oil Massage

Oil Massage

Relaxing bodywork with therapeutic oils

Sauna

Sauna

Detoxifying heat therapy

Cold Bath

Cold Bath

Invigorating cold immersion

Resting & Integration

Resting & Integration

Peaceful completion of your journey

What Others Have Experienced

"First of all, Rahul has been hands down one of the best massage therapists I ever encountered. He is clearly very knowledgeable about the human body and was able to read exactly what my body needed, instead of simply following a body protocol (which can be one the most frustrating things for me and it happens often). The whole Mystic Journey carries this vibe of customized experience for one's needs and intentions. The fact that the whole journey starts with praying intentions, tapping into the heart space... It makes the whole journey very holy. It is hard to put in words, because I have never in my life gone through an experience like that. It's so complete, healing, magical and I find it impossible for someone to leave this experience without feeling completely renewed and rebirthed in the body. I wish Mystic Journey was happening everywhere around the world so I could always jump into it... This became fav body healing combo!"
- Mariana Mendes Amarante (2024-02-29)
"The best bodywork ever, healing, relaxing, moving in a new body the next day!"
- Vandana Hart (2020-03-04)
"Rahul is one of the sweetest and compassionate healing artists I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. From the initial time the session starts to the end I always feel like the center of the universe with the loving care he provides. I’m usually greeted with a smoothie, we have time to connect, and then the session itself is full of deep breathing, meditative states, and bodywork that allows for deep healing and relaxation. As a seasoned body worker of over ten years, I literally always leave feeling rejuvenated and nourished. Such a blast. I highly recommend working with Rahul 🙂"
- Hannah Marie Muse (2020-03-05)
"Rahul is incredible! I have participated in many healing modules but none quite like Rahul’s. He started the 4-hour session with a check-in/consultation. He had me choose some essential oils that resonated with me so he could apply them during the session. We then went into some light stretching and guided breathwork. He played a mix of beautiful, fun, and uplifting music throughout, and the heating pad on the massage table was so comfortable. When it got to the massage & bodywork, he was so thorough—the perfect combination of deep pressure and deep relaxation. I was in my ultimate bliss-zone during and after the session. As the session wrapped up and over the following days, I felt like a new person: rejuvenated and happy. I can’t wait for my next session!"
- Nicole Goddard (2020-03-29)
"Again, I cannot say enough how incredible Rahul Lio is. I try to get a massage weekly, I stretch, do yoga, and meditate, but nothing compares to the transformation and rejuvenation I feel—both physically and mentally—after just one session with him. I feel energized; my body feels awakened. There are massage therapists, osteopaths, and yoga instructors, but then there is Rahul. Thank you for being in my life 🤘😆"
- Sophia Rose (2019-10-28)
"I woke up feeling really good! Yesterday was so amazing. 10/10 would do that every day 😂✨ Thank you so much!"
- Marina Wimberly tantra atx (2024-12-23)

The Journey Process

Experience a carefully structured process designed to guide you through transformation

Grounding Phase

"Grounding" - Phase 1: 30 minutes

Begin your journey with centering practices that help you arrive fully in your body. Through guided meditation and gentle awareness exercises, you'll establish a foundation of presence.

This phase sets the tone for your entire experience, helping you leave behind daily stress and connect with your breath and body.

Somatics Phase

"Somatics" - Phase 2: Up to 3 hours

The core transformational work happens during this extended phase. Through a combination of breathwork, assisted yoga, massage, and energy work, you'll experience a deep release of physical and emotional patterns.

Your practitioner will guide you through this process with attentive care, responding to your body's unique needs.

Wind Down Phase

"Wind Down" - Phase 3: 30 minutes

As your journey concludes, this phase helps you integrate the experience. Gentle cooling techniques, rest, and subtle energy work allow your nervous system to recalibrate.

This transition helps your body recognize and retain the benefits of your profound work.

Free Form Integration Phase

"Free Form Integration" - Phase 4: 1 hour

The final hour is dedicated to integration. This phase may include gentle conversation, creative expression, or quiet reflection, providing space to process insights and prepare for everyday life.

Treatment Overview

The Mistiq Journey protocol is inspired by and fuses techniques from diverse sources

The Mistiq Journey draws upon wisdom and techniques from multiple healing traditions, including:

  • Thai Yoga and other massage practices
  • Traditional Hatha Yoga
  • Breathwork and breathing exercises
  • Meditation practices
  • Heat and Cold Therapies
  • Sound Therapy
  • Craniosacral Therapy
  • Indigenous Medicine Rituals

For hands-on elements, the practitioner guides your breath with touch while you communicate through hand signals. This ensures you receive exactly what your body needs.

Treatment Overview

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

We're currently seeking experience testers for free sessions. Take the first step toward transformation by completing our intake form.

Complete Intake Survey