Ever wondered how personal experiences with psychedelics could revolutionize medical practice? Join us as we explore the dynamic world of psychedelic therapy, focusing on the unique role of ketamine. We break down the critical distinctions between psychedelic and psycholytic dosing, highlighting why healthcare providers' firsthand experiences are essential for patient support. With an emphasis on safe and intentional use, we discuss various administration routes and delve into how factors like height, weight, and metabolism affect dosage. You'll also discover the remarkable efficacy of psycholytic doses, often termed microdoses, complete with specific dosage guidelines for IM ketamine.

Uncover the transformative power of mystical experiences in psychedelic therapy. Drawing from authoritative sources like the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and the Mystical Experience Questionnaire (MEQ), we identify nine key attributes that characterize these profound experiences. Through personal anecdotes, we illustrate how these attributes manifest, offering deeper insights into their unitive, ineffable, and sacred nature. Whether you're a curious individual or a medical professional, this episode provides a comprehensive look into the therapeutic potential of ketamine, underscoring the importance of the right setting and expert guidance to maximize benefits and reduce anxiety.

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(01:19) Understanding the Ketamine Experience

(11:02) Ketamine for Anxiety and OCD

(15:00) Guidelines for Ketamine Journey Experience

(18:23) Extending the Journey With Multiple Injections

(30:58) Psychedelic Experience and Ineffability

(36:28) Ego Dissolution

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