Ep19 - Benjamin Forest: From 25 Years Military to the Trip of a Lifetime

In this profound episode, I welcome Benjamin Forest, a retired lieutenant colonel who has transformed his life into that of a psychedelic coach, speaker, and author. We dive into Benjamin's transformative journey from a military career to embracing the healing power of psychedelics, exploring themes of spirituality, personal growth, and the transformative impact of plant medicine. Benjamin shares how he escaped years of depression, as well as insights from his book 'Trip of a Lifetime,' an in-depth guidebook for those who are considering using plant medicine and for those wanting to take their journeys deeper. (This content is for educational and harm-reduction purposes. We do not promote or support illegal activity, the sale or use of restricted substances, or the use of associated tools or accessories. Not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional for health decisions.) In this episode, you’ll hear about: 👉Benjamin's transition from military to psychedelic coach. 👉The impact of psychedelics on mental health. 👉Tips and wisdom from 'Trip of a Lifetime'. 👉The role of spirituality in healing. 👉The importance of safe psychedelic experiences. 👉Healing trauma with psychedelics. 👉The concept of 'emotional constipation' as it relates to depression. 👉The need to make the unconscious conscious. 👉How inside the cave you fear to enter is the treasure you seek. 👉How embarking on a medicine journey takes a certain level of badassery. 👉The significance of community in healing. BENJAMIN'S LINKS: website | Instagram | 'Trip of a Lifetime' book  Dr. Rosalind Watts TedTalk  RadioLab episode on Critical Periods    SCOTT’S LINKS: website | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok  MUSIC – Wilderado, “Surefire (piano)”