Eric van der Hoeff

In March 2018, Eric was first introduced to psychedelics through a weekend retreat with two psychedelic journeys. That experience was the seed of everything we now do at The Matter. During these inner journeys he received a glimpse of complete inner peace, a feeling he had completely lost due to his busy life as an entrepreneur. The emotions and the access to his inner wisdom were so intense that after this first experience he wanted to learn everything about psychedelics.

In the end, after gaining a lot of personal experience with many different kinds of psychedelics, he went on to complete several trainings. His agricultural background and down to earth upbringing keep him grounded at all times, which can be important in this work. He continues to learn every day by reading extensively, gaining his own experience and even travelling to the Amazon in Peru to learn from traditional shamans.

Personal mission

“It is my mission to offer everyone who is open to it the opportunity to experience psychedelics in a safe setting, so they can come closer to themselves. That is what I wish for everyone.”

A down-to-earth outlook on life.

Eric worked successfully for 30 years as an entrepreneur in fruit growing. At the age of 23, together with three partners, he started his own cultivation consultancy for fruit growers in the Netherlands and abroad. With its own research programme and trial orchards, this company grew into a respected and leading business in the sector. Working with and in nature, with the trees, the soil and his clients gives him a great sense of fulfilment. After 30 years of working very hard, and with success, he consciously chose a different direction.

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We are convinced that everyone has the power to reach their highest potential. Driven by a deep respect for the nature around us, we help people become the best version of themselves by continuing to discover themselves. Turn potential into matter.

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