Healing Trauma with Psychedelics: Coming Full Circle with Shannon Duncan (Ep 98)

Shannon Duncan is the author of 'Coming Full Circle: Healing Trauma with Psychedelics.' Explore Shannon's transformative journey with psychedelics and their impact on conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction. Understand the differences between trip sitters and qualified psychedelic guides, and the importance of set, setting, intention, and somatic practices. Learn about the renaissance of transformational medicines, and potential risks from unqualified sources. Connect with Shannon http://shannonduncan.com Coming Full Circle: Healing Trauma with Psychedelics is available on amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959254049  Connect with Jonathan: Jonathan Schecter is a breathwork facilitator and integrative specialist. Get a free guide to Breathwork for Integration at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bluemagicelevate.com 00:00 Introduction to Self-Development 00:59 Meet Shannon Duncan: Author and Entrepreneur 01:37 The Psychedelic Renaissance and Healing Trauma 03:17 Breathwork: A Key to Psychedelic Integration 04:54 Mindfulness Practice 09:15 Diving Deep into 'Coming Full Circle' 11:59 The Importance of Qualified Psychedelic Guides 17:33 Navigating the Psychedelic Experience 33:20 Preparing for Deep Medicine Work 41:44 Understanding the Purging Process 43:21 The Role of the Guide 44:44 Challenges of Becoming a Guide 46:57 The Dunning-Kruger Effect in Psychedelic Work 50:44 The Importance of Somatic Work 56:03 Integration and the Concept of Canaries 01:00:14 Daily Practices for Mindfulness 01:02:16 The Future of the Psychedelic Renaissance 01:13:02 Closing Thoughts and Reflections