I'm not being too judgmental. He was present inside the lodge with the participants according to reports. Did you read his deleted tweets where he (almost prophetically) spoke about need to "die" first in order to transform? Die metaphorically, for sure, but it became reality, sadly. The human body is not meant to be pushed beyond its physiological limits. And I say that as a western-trained medical doctor who has transitioned to holistic methods.
I also read the comments in the news site piece by a Native American who facilitates such retreats, and how they are conducted responsibly, what materials are used etc, and apparently those guidelines were not followed in this instance. That was the basis for my comment that ancient traditions are being half understood and implemented.
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