Today's guest is Zeus Tipado, neuroscientist n PhD candidate at Maastricht University. In addition to his scientific research, Zeus is a dynamic speaker, educator, and content creator, bringing passion and pragmatism to a variety of psychedelic subjects.

In this episode, Zeus shares:

• The personal story he's never shared publicly before

• How childhood trauma shaped his relationship with anxiety, fear, and mortality

• Why hitting rock bottom gave him the freedom to explore psychedelics

• The problem with overemphasizing mystical experiences in psychedelic culture

• Why psychedelic experiences should be grounded in personal meaning and self-understanding

• The critical role therapists play in creating safe and effective psychedelic experiences

• How knowledge, preparation, and understanding can create a greater sense of freedom during psychedelic journeys

• Lessons on acceptance, trust, and navigating difficult psychedelic experiences

• Why we need a more human, grounded conversation about psychedelics

• How psychedelic therapies can help people move from fear toward healing and growth

 Learn more about Zeus: 

https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/z-tipado

https://www.instagram.com/tipado/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@tipado

Note: This episode includes candid discussion of psychedelic use and mental health. Guests' experiences with psychedelics are personal and not a substitute for professional treatment. If you're struggling with substance use, please reach out to a qualified professional or a support service in your area.

Human Journeys Podcast, by States of Mind, features life-changing conversations of personal healing. Join us as we explore how psychedelic therapies are helping people grow, heal, and transform.