Psychedelic Passage

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This podcast is edited by Chad Eschman. 

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“How Psychedelic Therapy Can Affect Our Social Conditioning” explores the role of social environments and nurturing on belief systems and behaviors. Our hosts use real life examples to illustrate the common effects of social conditioning on an individual’s instincts and perceptions.

Nicholas and Jimmy define social conditioning and explain where it comes from, how it develops, and the ways in which it permeates our daily lives. They examine the difficulty of identifying limiting beliefs and discuss how social conditioning changes across generations and cultures.

How can psychedelic medicine be a useful tool for unearthing personal truths without self-defense? How do therapeutic psychedelic experiences expand your awareness of subconscious biases? Does this expanded awareness translate into long-term changes in wellbeing?

To close off, Nicholas and Jimmy share how mindfulness surrounding social conditioning can open the door for more authentic avenues of expression. How can this internal exploration influence and enhance your ability to think critically and creatively?

Additional Resources:

• Episode Transcript
• How Psychedelics Help Heal Trauma and Overcome PTSD
• How Psychedelic Therapy Can Change Personality & Spirituality
• How Psychedelic Therapy Can Change Relationship Dynamics   

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Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

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The effects of psychedelic therapy on personality & spirituality have been a fairly well-studied axis throughout the history of psychedelic research. Today, Nicholas and Jimmy Nguyen delve into the science behind the big five personality traits and how psychedelics impact them. 

They explore how the psychedelic experience can create space between an individual and their neuroses, leading to a shift in perspective and an increase in many personality traits. But, why does every trait experience a change, while Agreeableness remains unaffected?

Our hosts differentiate between spirituality and religion, explaining how and why psychedelics can lead to a deeper sense of spirituality for many individuals, even those who are agnostic or atheist. Before closing off, Nicholas and Jimmy share some tips for exploring spirituality and offer practical advice on integrating psychedelic experiences into your life. 

This episode is part of the Psychedelic Passage Podcast X Blog series. For an in-depth analysis of the research studies and anecdotal evidence that informed this conversation, check out “How Psychedelic Therapy Can Change Personality & Spirituality"

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• Episode Transcript 
• How Psychedelic Therapy Can Change Personality & Spirituality 
• Psychedelics & Spirituality in Non-Religious Contexts
• How Psychedelic Therapy Can Change Relationship Dynamics

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Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

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“The Ethics of Psychedelic Medicine ft. Neuroscientist Dr. Giordano'' explores a conversation on ethical programs regarding the brain and psychedelics. Our hosts analyze the precision of personalized medicine and how it is being applied to intentional psychedelic use.

Giordano stresses the importance of aligning expectations and knowing oneself before experimenting with psychedelic substances. Jimmy Nguyen and Nicholas discuss how MDMA and ketamine differ from classic psychedelics and their potential effects. 

What privacy and security-related concerns arise with the need for increased precision in medicine? What responsibilities does the individual undertake as a result of personalizing their medication regime?

Later, our hosts touch on the potential role of genomic markers in determining an individual's response to psychedelic medicine. Is the intentional ceremonial model equipped to support individuals with biomedical conditions seeking to use psychedelic medicine?

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• What Type of Person Should NOT Use Psychedelic Drugs?

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Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

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“How to Choose the Right Psychedelic Substance ft. Dr. Giordano” delves into the fascinating intersection between neuroscience and psychedelic drugs. Hosts Jimmy Nguyen and Nicholas interview Dr. James Giordano, a professor in the Department of Neurology and Biochemistry and the chief of the Neuroethics Studies program. 

Dr. Giordano provides a historical context for the development of psychedelic drugs, noting the reasons behind their initial development. He details the changes in public perception that influenced their stigmatization and their reintegration into therapeutic scientific research.  

Later, the conversation moves on to a more granular discussion about the different types of psychedelics and their effects. Dr. Giordano explains the characteristics of various psychedelic substances such as psilocybin, LSD, DMT, mescaline, and molly.

Our hosts offer advice on how to select the appropriate psychedelic drug for an individual's specific needs. They explain the importance of a more personalized approach to the use of these drugs, considering factors such as genetics and physiology. 

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• A Guide on How to Choose The Right Psychedelic Substance
• Psychedelic Dosage Guide: How Much of Each Substance to Take
• How to Test Potency of Psychedelics at Home: Mushrooms, LSD, MDMA 

About Us:

Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

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“Navigating Power Dynamics in Psychedelic Therapy” is a topic seldom covered, but wholly embedded into the journeyer-facilitator relationship. Our hosts dive into the vulnerable nature of psychedelic experiences and the importance of having a facilitator who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and professional. 

Jimmy and Nicholas discuss the spectrum of power dynamic violations, the subtle and imperceptible forms of facilitator abuse, ranging from being too directive in the healing process to tangible abuses such as sexual, financial, or physical abuse. 

After highlighting key questions that journeyers should ask when finding the right facilitator, our hosts analyze whether or not facilitator training programs are a safeguard against power dynamics. What are the best ways to vet a facilitator based on training, background, and experience?

Later, Jimmy and Nicholas discuss how Psychedelic Passage addresses and mitigates power dynamics in their network of facilitators. How can journeyers ensure that clear ground rules and boundaries are set in place to remove as many power-imbalance variables as possible?

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• What Qualities to Look for in a Psychedelic Therapist
• The Difference Between a Psychedelic Therapist & a Guide
• Explore our Facilitator Referral Network

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Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

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“The Psychedelic Afterglow – How, What, When, & Why?” covers everything you need to know about the afterglow period, including what it is, how it affects you as a journeyer when it typically starts and ends, and why its effects can help restore a journeyer's sense of curiosity, presence, and gratitude. 

Jimmy and Nicholas break down the post-psychedelic ceremony timeline to highlight the differences between the afterglow period and the integration stage. They describe the physical sensations and mental perspectives that encompass the psychedelic afterglow.

Later, our hosts examine in-ceremony factors that may affect if and how you experience a psychedelic afterglow. What should journeyers do when the momentum of an afterglow fades? How can you use it to inspire and reinforce the trajectory of your integration process?

Jimmy and Nicholas discuss how enhanced sensitivity associated with the afterglow period can be a double-edged sword. Thus, our hosts share helpful tips on how to navigate the process while listening to your intuition and moving forward with self-compassion and authenticity. 

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• What is the Psychedelic Afterglow Period?
• How Long Do The Effects of Each Psychedelic Drug Trip Last? 
• The Phases of Healing After a Psychedelic Experience

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Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

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“Respectfully Seeking Psychedelic Therapy For Loved Ones” introduces a conversation dedicated to those who are seeking psychedelic support services on behalf of a friend, family member, partner, or spouse. How can you support a loved one's healing journey while respecting and encouraging their personal autonomy?

Our hosts delve into the complexities of navigating conversations around psychedelics with family and friends, including how to approach the subject, the importance of consent and transparency, and the role of the supporter in the process.

Through personal anecdotes and insightful commentary, Nicholas and Jimmy explore the various biases, fears, and judgments that can cloud your ability to provide effective support and offer practical advice for creating an environment where the individual feels empowered to make their own decisions.

They also touch on the importance of timing and risk tolerance in deciding whether or not to embark on a psychedelic journey. How can you, as a supporter, identify and establish healthy boundaries that ensure your loved one is making a self-driven internal commitment to the psychedelic therapy process?

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• 10 Tips for Supporting Loved Ones in Psychedelic Therapy
• How to Ask Friends & Family for Psychedelic Therapy Support
• How to Support a Loved One Through a Psychedelic Experience

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Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest.

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States.

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

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“The Flaws of Oregon’s Psychedelic Therapy Measure 109” covers a candid discussion on the impact of Oregon’s incautious Psilocybin Services Program Initiative, specifically for those seeking psychedelic therapy inside of a regulatory framework. 

After offering a brief overview and timeline of the initiative, our hosts analyze the lack of standardization in the training and credentialing of facilitators. How do the implications of the facilitator training program negate the intentions set in place for indigenous and ceremonial practice?

They highlight the differences in training providers, the cost of training programs, and the inadequate levels of stringency surrounding psychological assessments for those wishing to become a licensed facilitator. 

Later, our hosts evaluate public perceptions of the availability and practicality of psychedelic experiences in Oregon. They detail the risks associated with improper training and credentialing of facilitators while bringing forward suggestions for those seeking psychedelic support services in the state. 

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• Oregon Measure 109: A Guide to Legal Psychedelic Therapy
• Trip Sitters & Psychedelic Guides in Oregon
• Is it Legal to Grow Psilocybin or ‘Magic’ Mushroom Spores?

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Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

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How internal narratives affect psychedelic healing potential is an incredible conversation about the stories that we tell ourselves and how they come to shape our reality. 

Starting with the basics of what an internal narrative is and how it works, our hosts delve into the nuances of how our brains create and reinforce these mental stories and dialogues.

They explore how these narratives can be both helpful and harmful, and give us practical tools for curating positive internal narratives that serve our highest Truth. How can we reframe negative self-talk to improve our mental health?
 

How do we balance acknowledging our emotions while not becoming attached to them? In this thought-provoking episode, our hosts will challenge you to think differently about the stories you tell yourself and give you the tools to create a more self-supportive internal narrative.

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• How to Deal With Pre-Trip Anxiety During Psychedelic Therapy
• How Psychedelic Therapy Can Affect Social Conditioning
• How to Create an Intention for Your Psychedelic Experience

About Us:

Psychedelic Passage is the nation’s first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. 

Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. 

Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you’ll have all your questions answered.

More Psychedelic Passage:

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