#117 In the Shadow of the Healer: A Solo Episode

This episode has been a long time coming. If you’re a regular listener of MGSW, you know that I’m incredibly interested in exploring power dynamics, shadow, and spirituality, especially when all three become interwoven. I share my reflections about the podcast Cover Story, which uncovers abuses of power within the growing industry of psychedelic therapy. I also discuss Power in the Helping Professions by Adolf Guggenbühl-Craig, and reflect on how power is wielded within various forms of “therapy”. How might “healers” project the wounded pole of the wounded healer archetype onto their patients, thereby avoiding their own? What are the dangers of silencing genuine questions and concerns during campaigns to gain cultural acceptance of something that’s been historically demonized? Why are we more willing to discuss abuses of power when the abuses involve sex and drugs? How have nuanced conversations and opinions been replaced by false binaries and “you’re with me or against me” reactive assumptions? I discuss all of these questions and more.Song featured: “Waterfalls” by Ten FéHow to support the show:* Rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes!* Become a paid subscriber on Substack.* Visit my website - AnyaKaats.com & Find me on InstagramA Millennial's Guide to Saving the World is a listener-supported project. If you find this content valuable, and have the means to donate, please consider becoming a paid subscriber. Get full access to Dirt Road Dispatch at anyakaats.substack.com/subscribe