The Eleusinia Podcast

The Eleusinia Podcast

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The Eleusinia Podcast episodes

  • Shannen Visits Eleusinia: Recovering from 6 yrs of Chronic Vertigo
    In this episode, Shannen takes us through the events that defined the year 2016, leaving an indelible mark on her life's path. At 47, she was unexpectedly thrust into a health crises, despite having enjoyed good health up to that point. The year kicked off with a heart-wrenching traumatic incident involving her son, followed by a botched surgical procedure that led to severe hemorrhaging, pushing her to the brink of mortality.
    In the aftermath of these traumas, Shannen found herself grappling with chronic vertigo, a relentless condition that persisted for the next six years. Fueled by determination to regain her health, she embarked on a tireless quest for answers, attending an astonishing 80 doctor appointments and seeking guidance from numerous specialists in her pursuit of relief.
    Amidst her search, Shannen discovered Eleusinia through diligent research and was drawn to it after conversing with Jessica, the founder. She recounts her transformative experience at the retreat, which ultimately became the catalyst for profound change in her life.
    34 min
  • Eva Visits Eleusinia: A Mother’s Battle
    This episode delves into Eva's profound journey at Eleusinia. Eva openly shares about the challenges she faced at home. As a parent grappling with PTSD, Eva was not only navigated the complexities of her own mental health but also feeling the daunting responsibility of ensuring her son's success. Despite actively incorporating therapeutic, exercise, and meditative practices into her routine, Eva found herself ensnared in a depression more formidable than any she had experienced before.
    In her unfiltered and sincere narrative, Eva provides a detailed account of her insightful process in choosing Eleusinia. She offers an authentic comparison of her alternatives, considering clinical settings in Oregon and retreats in Jamaica or Mexico. Throughout the episode, Eva sheds light on the intricate decision-making process, culminating in her profound experience of rediscovering self-trust and gaining the clarity she needed.
    35 min
  • Andrew Visits Eleusinia: Reclaiming a Life After Losing a Spouse
    In this episode, we delve into Andrew's transformative experience at Eleusinia, a psychedelic retreat. Andrew candidly shares his battle with alcoholism and the subsequent period of sobriety that followed. The unexpected twist occurred when, just 30 days into his newfound sobriety, Andrew faced the sudden and tragic loss of his wife—the mother of his young children.Join us as Andrew opens up about the challenges he faced, from the depths of grief to the process of rediscovering his emotions. In the face of adversity, he expresses a profound desire to explore creative solutions for reclaiming his life and finding a path to healing.Tune in to this powerful episode as we explore Andrew's journey, reflecting on resilience, emotional rediscovery, and the pursuit of innovative approaches to rebuilding one's life after profound loss.
    33 min
  • Andrés Gómez-Emilsson Visits Eleusinia: Talking Consciousness

    In our latest podcast episode, we are joined by Andrés Gómez Emilsson, the Director of Research at Qualia Research Institute, who recently paid a visit to Eleusinia. Dive into an insightful conversation about consciousness and psychedelics with Andres, a special figure for us at Eleusinia, whose work has significantly influenced our approaches and terminology. Explore the unique concepts and specific terminology from QRI, including exotic qualia, valence, and neural annealing, which have inspired many aspects of the Eleusinia Retreat experience. The discussion wraps up with speculation on the future possibilities of objectively measuring these conscious qualities to potentially prevent and treat suffering.

    Eleusinia Retreat: https://www.eleusiniaretreat.com/
    Qualia Research Institute: https://qri.org/
    Andres's blog: https://qualiacomputing.com/

    1 hr 5 min
  • Juan Visits Eleusinia: Releasing Emotional Armor

    Join Juan as he unfolds the profound narrative of his life-altering journey at Eleusinia retreat. Delving into the quest for inner strength, Juan shares his profound connection to the indigenous elements offered by Eleusinia, guided by our Curendera Josephina. Having navigated an abusive upbringing, Juan had employed adaptive techniques for survival. He candidly recounts his macrodose experience, shedding light on the moment his emotional armor dissipated, leading to a profound expansion of empathy and compassion towards others as well as himself. He also details each encounter with the staff at Eleusinia and how it impacted him. Tune in to witness Juan's transformative odyssey and the impactful lessons learned along the way.

    30 min
  • Carlos Visits Eleusinia: Professional Enrichment as a Coach for Others

    In this episode, Carlos recounts his quest to discover Eleusinia. In a determined effort to alleviate his long standing depression as well as add to his ability to enrich himself professionally. Despite numerous attempts with various therapeutic approaches to restore his well-being, Carlos found no lasting change. In this episode, he candidly discusses the profound impact of his mental health struggles on his career as a performance mentor. Tune in to hear how his experience at the retreat unveiled a fresh perspective, providing him with a new frame of mind and a renewed sense of capacity as a mentor for others. Allowing him to be more available for the world and himself.

    37 min
  • Peter Visits Eleusinia: A Psychiatrist's Perspective
    Peter, a psychiatrist, embarks on a transformative journey at Eleusinia retreat. In this episode, he recounts his profound encounters, navigating unforeseen challenges. Processing grief, negative self talk, and exquisite moments during this introspective expedition. Join us as Peter delves into the depths of his psychedelic experience and the profound impact it had on his perspective of the world in crisis. Peter also reflects as a professional psychiatrist and addresses his opinion of the future and benefits to the mental health practice of psychiatry.
    15 min
  • Andy Visits Eleusinia: The Benefits of Coming with a Partner

    In this episode, join Andy as he recounts his transformative journey at Eleusinia. Delving into the profound impact of the experience, Andy sheds light on the positive outcomes he and his partner, Lexi, gained from attending together. Andy candidly opens up about his personal struggles, navigating a cycle of anxiety and depression that eventually led to a harmful pattern of binge drinking every six weeks. Recognizing the detrimental effects on his relationship, Andy takes us through his journey of self-discovery and the realization that prompted him to break free from this cycle. Listen as Andy shares the joyous and distinctive moments he encountered during the retreat and how his profound experience has brought about significant changes in his life.

    40 min
  • Andrea Visits Eleusinia: Finding Joy After Cancer

    Andrea, a cancer survivor, recognized the need for a fresh start, particularly in the wake of her divorce. Feeling stuck in depression her grief from the past as well as anxiety, her fear of the future. In this episode, she opens up about her transformative journey at Eleusinia retreat, which she attended with her best friend. Through this experience, Andrea not only embraced her process but found relief. Andrea shares how satisfying it felt to start the work and find peace, joy, and a new found comfort. Tune in as she shares about her journey of self-discovery, redefining her identity with newfound joy and unwavering courage.


    28 min
  • Matty Visits Eleusinia: From Fear to Safety, A Journey in Sobriety

    In this compelling episode, Matty opens up about his journey, recounting the profound decision to embark on a psychedelic retreat at Eleusinia as a person in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Delve into the intense emotions and  preparation that preceded this courageous choice, exploring the fear that initially gripped him. Join Matty as he candidly unfolds his experience, revealing the transformative shift from fear to a comforting sense of warmth and safety. The narrative takes you through the dynamic spectrum of emotions he encountered during the retreat, shedding light on the challenges faced and the subsequent process of introspective reflection.


    40 min

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