Exploring Psychedelics: Healing, Integration, and Personal Growth with Matt Zeman

In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant is joined by Matt Zeman, a bestselling author and expert in psychedelics, to discuss the transformative power of these substances. The conversation delves into Matt's journey into the world of psychedelics, their potential benefits for mental health, particularly for veterans, and the differentiation between tripping for fun and using psychedelics as a therapeutic tool. They also explore the importance of integration and community support in processing psychedelic experiences. Matt shares insights on various psychedelics, including magic mushrooms, ayahuasca, and more, along with his recommendations for safe and sacred use. The episode highlights the potential for psychedelics to act as catalysts for personal growth and healing while emphasizing the need for responsible use and proper support systems.

00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel

00:17 Introducing Matt Zeman

01:14 Personal Psychedelic Experiences

03:01 The Healing Power of Psychedelics

13:50 Therapeutic and Spiritual Use of Psychedelics

17:08 Legal and Decriminalization Aspects

21:31 Integration and Community Support

24:57 Understanding the Risks of Psychedelics

25:50 Exploring Holotropic Breathwork

26:08 Personal Healing Through Breathwork

27:45 Comparing Breathwork and Psychedelics

28:57 Guidance on Choosing Psychedelics or Breathwork

30:33 Exciting Areas in Psychedelic Research

33:23 Integrating Psychedelic Experiences

39:50 Veteran Support and Psychedelics

43:07 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Matt

Matt Zemon -- https://mattzemon.com/

LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattzemon/

Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/matt.zemon/

Resources

 The Veteran's Guide to Psychedelics -- https://amzn.to/4k7vuS6

All Matt's books -- https://amzn.to/3D4Q70C

Heroic Hearts Project -- https://heroicheartsproject.org/

Andy's book on Holotropic Breathwork -- https://amzn.to/4hKPhp1

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