Spiritual Sovereignty, Cannabis & Psychedelics with Guest Sari Starr

Spiritual Sovereignty: it's the idea that we are each free to find and choose our own spiritual path. But is sovereignty a possibility when the tools for spiritual enlightenment are stigmatized and even criminalized? And is it really ethical to start a business centered around helping others to spiritual awareness?In this transformative episode ofMedicine With The Medals, we sit down withSari Starr, a pioneer in the space ofself-liberation, sacred plant medicine, and conscious facilitation. From leading cannabis and psilocybin ceremonies in Hawaii to founding Sanctuary 72, a nonprofit dedicated to spiritual sovereignty, Sari has spent years redefining the role of plant medicines in personal growth and healing.Sari shares herjourney from corporate marketing to psychedelic facilitation, the lessons she learned from plant medicine retreats, and the creation of her unique ceremonial approach. She discusses the power of cannabis as a teacher, the importance ofethical facilitation, and why we mustbreak the stigma around plant medicine.Key Topics & Timestamps⏳[00:00] Introduction: Meet Sari StarrSari’s background in marketing, branding, and cannabis advocacyHow her dark night of the soul led her to plant medicine workMoving from corporate business into spiritual facilitation⏳[08:30] From Cannabis Marketing to Sacred Plant CeremoniesWhy traditional cannabis branding felt misaligned with the plant’s true essenceHow she transitioned into cannabis retreats and ceremoniesThe founding of Cannabis Priestess and Celestial Smokes⏳[21:50] The Role of Psychedelics in Awakening & Self-LiberationSari’s powerful psilocybin journey during COVIDHow mushrooms revealed a new path for her workThe energetic shift happening globally through plant medicine⏳[35:10] How to Hold Space for Plant Medicine WorkThe true role of a facilitator beyond just serving medicineWhy spiritual and emotional preparation is criticalThe importance of integration and embodiment after plant medicine journeys⏳[48:30] Breaking the Stigma Around Cannabis & PsychedelicsThe misconceptions about cannabis as a spiritual medicineHow microdosing and ceremonial use changes the relationship with the plantThe role of plant medicine in trauma healing and self-liberation⏳[1:02:40] Sacred Business: The Ethics of Plant Medicine WorkCan you run a spiritual business without selling out?The money stigma in the psychedelic space—why charging for healing isn’t unethicalThe future of plant medicine facilitation and why legal systems don’t always serve the people⏳[1:16:10] Sanctuary 72: Creating a 508C1A Church for Plant Medicine WorkWhy legal protections matter for facilitatorsHow Sanctuary 72 offers a safe space for spiritual explorationThe balance of ancient wisdom and modern entrepreneurship⏳[1:32:00] Final Thoughts & Where to Learn MoreHow Sari trains others to facilitate plant medicine experiencesThe upcoming Priestess Odyssey program for women exploring sacred medicinesHow to connect with Sari and explore her offeringsConnect with Sari Starr on InstagramFor the finest in microdosing products, go to⁠ Mama Dose⁠.⁠Subscribe to our YouTube Channel⁠⁠Connect with us on Facebook⁠⁠Connect with us on Instagram⁠⁠Connect with us on LinkedIn⁠