Most, if not all experiences, are positive in the end. There are tough for the majority, but like I say it is worth going through it for the healing. Graham Hancock speaks the same way. Well very often, She puts you in that 'tight' place and you can only surrender and let go the ego. But any genuine shaman will not recommend the brew to everybody. The call to seek healing has to be strong first. It is a Medicinal Spirit -- and an out of body experience -- after all. And if there are say, 10% of users who can look at it more recreationally, it is all good for me but exceptions do not make the rule.
There must be a reason as why you need a 3rd/4th dose because 2 are generally enough even for the most experienced journeyer. My partner can drink as much brew and still feel a very he could get more. You and him are definitely exceptions.
Thank you for your comment! I agree we are all different... aya is powerful medicine and needs to be taken with care! Upvoted and followed! =)