Episode 109 - Myles Katz on Psilocybin, Psychedelics & Ancient healing with Confluence retreats

Send us Fan MailPsilocybin and other psychedelics are gaining mainstream acceptance for their therapeutic potential in treating mental health conditions such as PTSD, or Cancer related anxiety & depression in one research project from The Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research. With this growing interest comes the need for education and harm reduction around the safe and responsible use of these powerful substances. In this episode JD podcast host & curator Andrew Cox chats with Myles Katz, co-founder of Confluence Retreats - a project under the Hi-U Foundation. In this explorative discussion he shares with Andrew his best practices for psychedelic use & why he chooses psilocybin over other psychedelics. Myles openly shares insights on:How he came to find the personal benefits of psychedelicsThe importance of set and setting when using psychedelicsWhy Psilocybin on Confluence retreats and not other PsychedelicsThe role of integration and community support post-journeyMyths and misconceptions around psychedelic useBuilding a business dedicated to technological innovation, social responsibility, and environmental sustainabilityHis work with a native elder by the name of “Thunder eater”Whether you're brand new to psychedelics or have some experience, this episode offers a wealth of practical wisdom and harm reduction strategies to approach these substances with care and intention.Myles' expertise and compassionate approach provide a vital counterpoint to the romanticized or sensationalized portrayals of psychedelic use often found in popular media. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of how to minimize risks and maximize the benefits of psychedelic experiences.Show sponsor - Muvitality Medicinal Mushrooms for modern day health and wellness | Mu …Go to muvitality.com and use the code JD10 to receive a 10% discount on your purchase of Mu Functional mushroomsHere are some useful links for this podcastMyles Katz - Founder & Executive Director - Confluence RetreatsConfluence Retreats (@confluenceretreats) - InstagramConfluence Retreats - Nature-immersed Legal Psilocybin Retreats ...Relevant episodesEpisode 74  - David Joseph on mysticism, holotropic breathwork & the Mystery School Hot Springs of Pai, Thailand https://podcasts.apple.com/hk/podcast/episode-74-david-joseph-on-mysticism-holotropic-breathwork/id1527374894?i=1000613044616Episode 69 - Dr Judy Blaine on UBUNTU. The psychology of “I am because we are” - https://podcasts.apple.com/hk/podcast/episode-69-dr-judy-blaine-on-ubuntu-the-psychology-of/id1527374894?i=1000602930277JOINT DYNAMICS links:Joint Dynamics Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JointDynamicsHongKong/Joint Dynamics Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/jointdynamics/Joint Dynamics Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRQZplKxZMSvtc6LxM5WckwHost - Andrew Cox - https://www.jointdynamics.com.hk/the-team/trainers/andrew-cox