Tom Horvath spoke with Richard Zwicky discussed various aspects of addiction and recovery. Tom clarified common misunderstandings about addiction, emphasizing the importance of long-term meaning and purpose over short-term gratification, and discussed strategies for sustaining change, including letting go of self-blame and focusing on small, back-and-forth steps.

They also explored the potential role of psychedelics in treatment under medical supervision, the supportive role of families using approaches like CRAFT, and how individuals can choose between mutual help groups like Smart Recovery and 12-step programs based on personal comfort. Tom Horvath also shared contact information for listeners interested in learning more about their work.

Richard Zwicky welcomed Suzannah Weiss, a marriage and family therapist and psychedelics journalist, to discuss healing. Suzannah identified abandonment issues as the most common emotional wounds in couples, leading to unhealthy attachments and paranoia. She discussed strategies for addressing abandonment issues, including supporting the partner in their healing, engaging in couples therapy, and offering reassurance, while also understanding their triggers. Suzannah Weiss emphasized the importance of both partners taking responsibility in conflicts.

She also addressed common misconceptions about relationship therapy, noting that many perceive it as a sign of failure. The conversation shifted to the therapeutic potential of psychedelics in couples therapy, with Suzannah explaining how psychedelics help individuals drop their ego, fostering emotional connection and uncovering subconscious motivations or trauma.

She also highlighted ethical considerations in psychedelic-assisted therapy, warning against individuals who abuse their power. For those starting a healing journey, Suzannah recommended somatic therapy and breathwork as entry points, as well as exploring shamanic healing that does not involve psychedelics.

Richard Zwicky speaks with Christian Rasmussen, founder of MN Nice Ethnobotanicals on a NEW High on Healthy. We learn about how Amanita Mascaria is safe and offers a unique, gentle transformation for processing trauma and fostering well-being. 

Christian shared his personal recovery from benzodiazepine withdrawal with Amanita, explaining its benefits for addiction, trauma, and overall healing through microdosing and low-to-medium doses, emphasizing its distinct effects from psilocybin.

We learn how MN Nice Ethnobotanicals is rebranding and moving to Los Angeles to become a global brand, focusing on community-building through ceremonies, retreats, and a donation-based facilitator training program, while balancing altruism with profit and promoting "sacred commerce" and open-source research.

On a New episode of High on Healthy, Richard Zwicky welcomes Rebecca Webster and Pablo Alvarez, co-founders of Connection Counseling,

We learn about their personal journeys into psychotherapy, their use of mindfulness and journaling for healing, and their insights on attachment theory and relationship patterns, emphasizing the importance of both partners committing to healing. 

They also addressed overcoming shame, the role of psychedelics in therapy, and the necessity of navigating difficult relationships while prioritizing personal healing.

Richard Zwicky speaks with Matthew Whiz Buckley about his personal journey with trauma, and his transition from the military to Wall Street, and the founding of the No Fallen Heroes Foundation.

Matthew also shared his experiences with psychedelic-assisted therapy for veterans and their advocacy for rescheduling psychedelics.

Matthew's ultimate mission for No Fallen Heroes is for the foundation to become obsolete, with the Department of Veterans Affairs taking over support for veterans' healing. They advocate for the rescheduling of psychedelics to allow for medical prescriptions and research, pointing out the hypocrisy of veterans having to seek treatment in Mexico while billions are given to other causes

Tim Ash rips away the romantic illusions and exposes the raw, evolutionary psychology behind modern relationships in his new book Primal Dating: The Unflinching Evolutionary Psychology Guide To Modern Relationships.

Prepare to confront "the lie of rationality" as Ash reveals how your deepest instincts, not your conscious desires, truly drive your romantic choices. This isn't just another dating guide; it's a revolutionary look at why we love, why we bond, and why the dating world feels like an impossible game. You'll discover:

• How ancient biological drives shape your every romantic interaction.
• The profound impact of cultural conditioning on your dating life.
• Why technology has turned modern dating into a bewildering "hellscape."
• The crucial role of authenticity and "mate value" in attracting the right partner.

Simply put, Primal Dating is the unflinching, eye-opening guide you desperately need to navigate today's complex romantic landscape. Stop guessing and start understanding. Your love life will never be the same.

Richard Zwicky welcomed Matt Xavier, detailing his diverse career path, from DJing in rave culture and running a record label to becoming an addiction counselor and, eventually, a practitioner of psychedelic-assisted therapy, emphasizing how all his experiences, including waitering, contributed to his current role.

Matt defines music as an "active co-therapist," explaining its role in therapeutic settings by softening defenses and guiding clients through emotional experiences, with his DJing background informing his "psychedelic soundtracking" and real-time music curation.

Matt also highlighted the importance of instrumental music over vocals to avoid imposing narratives and discussed how he prepares clients for emotional responses to music, shifting to neutral tracks when clients are overstimulated. He advised aspiring practitioners to acquire a deep understanding of psychology and counseling modalities, cautioning against those who lack foundational therapeutic knowledge.

Richard Zwicky introduced Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, an Imago relationship therapist. Rabbi Slatkin explained their approach to relationships, emphasizing the divine orchestration of events, the importance of healing within relationships, and the role of Imago theory in understanding relational dynamics, along with the integration of spirituality and psychology.

They discussed how challenges in relationships are opportunities for healing and how individuals often recreate childhood dynamics with partners. Rabbi Slatkin detailed how Imago therapy aims to help couples achieve a "conscious relationship" by recognizing how current triggers relate to past experiences, particularly through the "90/10 rule."

They also discussed the brain's neuroplasticity and how attuned presence can rewire an "anxious brain." The discussion also touched on common communication missteps in relationships, the subjective nature of perception in conflict, and how their approach integrates Jewish mystical beliefs with psychological frameworks. Lastly, Rabbi Slatkin explained how parents can prevent the transmission of generational trauma by being self-aware of their behaviors and understanding triggers from their own childhood experiences.

Richard Zwicky welcomed Jessica Yaffa to a recording session where she shared her personal journey of transforming pain into purpose after surviving an abusive relationship. Jessica discussed her work helping others rebuild self-worth and safety by challenging societal messages, emphasizing healing through connection, and highlighting the importance of accountability and navigating setbacks for survivors.

She also addressed the role of support systems, the potential of psychedelics in trauma processing, and the urgent need for systemic changes in legal, healthcare, and educational systems to better support domestic violence victims, advocating for prevention, early intervention, and improved assessment methods.

Richard Zwicky welcomed Paige Bond, a licensed marriage and family therapist, who discussed psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and strategies for navigating complex relationship issues like jealousy, betrayal, and difficult conversations.

Paige outlined red flags for when therapy may not be appropriate (e.g., physical violence, lack of trust) and green flags indicating readiness for healing (e.g., willingness to change, internal work).