We have an exciting and diverse lineup of interviews coming out starting next week. Before we do, we wanted to pause to zoom out and discuss some important elements of this work. Every so often, we'll pause our regular interview format for a Real Talk episode where we can slow down and digest some of the larger themes we've been uncovering in our conversations.
In this conversational episode with Elan and Becca, we dive deep into the need to focus on integration of psychedelics and other peak experiences. We discuss the mantle of leadership in this space and ways to channel the outpouring of eagerness to get involved. You'll even get to hear Becca’s most challenging trip story.
What you'll find in this episode:
What is integration (2:20)
What a preparation session involves (9:49)
Supportive practices for integration (11:03)
Things to assess in your life before journeying [Inspired by the book Consciousness Medicine by Francoise Bourzat] (20:25)
Importance of set & setting (26:50)
Becca’s most challenging trip and why it went the way it did (28:38)
The potential to be retraumatized if you move too fast (32:50)
Pumping out ketamine therapy (35:08)
Shadow work and what it is (36:43)
The possible future of psychedelic facilitators (40:18)
Indigenous medicine keepers (42:49)
Leadership: Being specific gets results (45:20)
Representation in leadership will provide better access (48:32)
Shout out to our volunteers and community (50:52)
Huge thank you to the people behind the scenes who help make the Fruiting Bodies podcast possible:
Podcast Manager, Sydney Bogan
Studio space, Mariah Makalapua & Medicine Collective
Equipment & support, Joe Izzo from Conscious Cloud Podcast
Stay connected by following us on Instagram @fruitingbodiesco. You can also find show notes, contribute to our fundraiser, join our email list and download free guides to microdosing and psilocybin therapy at FruitingBodiesCollective.com. Thank you for supporting our mission!
-Elan & Becca
