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May 5–9 · The God Mode Retreat is now open
Applications are open for the May God Mode Retreat in Bali (10 spots).
James Xander
January 11, 2026
Hello legend,
I trust you’re having a powerful, potent start to 2026.
I’ve officially opened applications for one more God Mode Retreat this year, happening May 5–9, 2026 in Bali.
When I opened the last retreat, it filled far faster than I expected. By the end of December, nearly every spot was already taken. It reminded me of something simple but true: when the timing is right, people just know.
That’s usually how alignment shows up.
This retreat exists for a very specific moment in someone’s life: when the old identity has stopped working, the next chapter is starting to press in, and avoiding yourself is no longer an option.
Inside The God Mode Retreat, you’ll experience:
A distraction-free environment where avoidance stops working
Precise identity work and coaching that exposes what’s actually running your life
A breathwork ceremony that destabilizes old patterns and opens the body to truth
A sacred plant medicine initiation, held with extreme care, preparation, and intention
Integration that turns revelation into action and long-term change
A deliberately small group of people who came to do the work, not talk about it
Time on potent Balinese land that accelerates whatever you’re ready to face
This retreat is a threshold - a space to release what's no longer true, and meet the version of yourself that’s been waiting beyond the noise.
For many, the ceremonial work becomes a turning point - especially when it’s held properly, integrated deeply, and anchored in real identity work, as we will be doing at The God Mode Retreat.
Here’s a simple way to feel into whether this retreat is relevant for you:
Ask yourself this:
If nothing fundamentally changed in the next 12 months… would I be okay with that?
Not “would I survive.”
Not “would I make the best of it.”
But would you be honestly satisfied staying in the same patterns, internal posture, and identity you’re in right now?
Most people already know the answer.
This retreat exists for those who are no longer willing to postpone it.
And for those who feel called to go even deeper:
Some participants choose to stay in Bali after the retreat and sit in additional ceremony – including Ayahuasca or Bufo – with deeply trusted practitioners I know personally. This is not part of the retreat itself, but for the right person, it can be a powerful continuation once the core work is complete.
I’m sharing this transparently because I know many of you are already walking this path – and access to experienced, grounded, trusted facilitators matters when the timing is right.
If you’re feeling an intuitive nudge to join, don’t overthink it.
I’m opening a limited number of calls this week to speak directly with people who feel a genuine yes and want to explore whether this retreat is right for them.
There are only 10 spots.
You can explore all the details and apply here:
If this is meant for you, you’ll feel it.
With care,
James
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About James Xander
James Xander is a psychedelic and consciousness explorer, dedicated to helping individuals elevate their consciousness, mindset, and mastery of reality.
Through his flagship 30-day course, Unlock God Mode, James offers a one-of-a-kind journey into consciousness expansion, mindset shifts, and deep spiritual awakening. This transformative experience is designed to help individuals unlock their fullest potential and navigate reality with mastery.
As the host of The James Xander Trip podcast, he engages in deep conversations with thought leaders in psychedelics, spirituality, and mindset. Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, the show is a hub for wisdom seekers and consciousness explorers alike.