The Psyched Soul Podcast

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/the-modern-medicine-woman-embodiment-of-feminine-wisdom-in-the-psychedelic-renaissance-with-natasja-pelgrom  Join Shiri in an inspired conversation with the Natasha Pelgrom, a seasoned psychedelic guide and educator, as they discuss the vital processes of preparation and integration, motivations and aspirations of individuals seeking deeper understanding through psychedelics, and themes of purpose, self-leadership, and the nuanced bridging of therapeutic models with traditional wisdom.  Shiri and Natasja also explore the profound responsibility of facilitators in the evolving landscape of psychedelic use; rest, silence and nature connection as core integration practices; and the broader psychedelic community's challenge in acknowledging diverse forms of knowledge and practice without falling into outdated hierarchical structures. Topics Covered ✨ Introducing Natasja, a visionary leader in psychedelic education, facilitation and integration ✨ Natasja's path to psychedelic facilitation ✨ Exploring the depths of 5-MEO-DMT in personal transformation ✨ The art and responsibility of integration ✨ Redefining purpose and trust through psychedelic exploration ✨ Bridging ceremony and daily life ✨ Navigating core issues of the psychedelic renaissance: education, ethics, and expansion ✨ The future of psychedelic integration and education

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/5-meo-dmt-nonduality-and-entheogenic-energetics-with-dr-martin-w-ball  How can profound psychedelic experiences reshape our understanding of reality and self?  Join Shiri and special guest, Martin Ball, PhD, as they venture into the avant-garde territory of the 'entheological paradigm’, a framework for understanding reality Martin developed as a result of his own 5-MeO inspired transition from a philosophical to an embodied non-dualist. The conversation also navigates the complexities of presenting novel ideas within the psychedelic community, addressing cancel culture's impact on open dialogues around radical methods in psychedelic therapy. Martin’s insights into practical integration techniques highlight the importance of education before embarking on 5-MeO-DMT journeys – especially with respect to ‘reactivations’ – as well as awareness of the position of the body while processing strong energies during sessions and having a baseline understanding of non-duality.   Topics Covered✨ Exploring the ‘entheological paradigm’  ✨ Navigating controversy and gatekeeping in the psychedelic space  ✨ The challenge of introducing radical ideas about psychedelic therapy  ✨ The impact of cancel culture on the psychedelic community  ✨ Non-duality and energetics in 5-MeO-DMT journeys  ✨ Exploring the ego and awareness with 5-MeO-DMT  ✨ 5-MeO-DMT integration  ✨ The importance of education before working with 5-MeO-DMT  ✨ ‘Reactivations’ and the process of energetic recalibration  ✨ Martin’s new book on 5-MeO-DMT integration  ✨ A multidisciplinary approach to psychedelic artistry Episode Resources ✨ Book: Being Human: An Entheological Guide to God, Evolution, and the Fractal, Energetic Nature of Reality by Dr. Martin W. Ball  ✨ Book: 5-MeO-DMT Integration: Embodying Nonduality is Not What You Think by Dr. Martin W. Ball  ✨ Podcast Episode: The Entheogenic Evolution - My Scarlet Letter: Living with the Aftermath of Psymposia's Unethical Journalistic Abuse

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/shamanism-mysticism-and-ayahuasca-wisdom-with-dr-richard-grossman   This intimate conversation between Shiri and her friend and teacher, Dr. Richard Grossman, explores the journey from suffering to healing, beginning with Richard’s own experience overcoming trauma and evolving into his role as a devoted healer and facilitator of psychedelic ceremony.  Their discussion explores the importance of forgiveness, the concept of God and the ‘problem of evil’, and the power of letting go of past traumas for personal and collective peace.  Shiri and Richard also shine a light on the all-too-common error of acting too quickly post-psychedelic insights and the significance of patience, discernment and humility as key to the integration process.  Topics Covered ✨ Dr. Richard Grossman’s healing journey ✨ From extraordinary childhood intuition to a clear shamanic calling ✨ The story of a life-changing ayahuasca experience that taught trust and forgiveness ✨ Divinity, evil, and the power of letting go ✨ The impact of ayahuasca on belief and healing ✨ Exploring inner peace and global conflicts ✨ Creating our reality: the collective psyche ✨ Psychedelic integration: navigating insights and discerning right action ✨ Myths and misconceptions within psychedelic culture ✨ Dr. Richard’s new book: The Medicine of Your Life Episode Resources ✨ Book: Kabbalah for Beginners: Understanding and Applying Kabbalistic History, Concepts, and Practices by Brian Yosef Schachter-Brooks

 Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/trauma-conflict-and-grief-integrating-the-collective-heartbeat-with-dr-ido-cohen  Can the art of psychedelic integration help us in consciously facing and navigating the collective trauma arising from current global conflicts, notably the situation in the Middle East? This episode of The Psyched Soul Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Dr. Ido Cohen that explores the complexities of current global events and delves into the psychological patterns of victimhood, perpetrator dynamics, and collective trauma bonding.  Shiri and Ido speak to the necessity of embodying our grief, highlighting the significance of creating spaces for dialogue and the importance of moving beyond dichotomies to embrace unity consciousness. The dialogue also highlights the critical role of integration in healing the 'traumatic codependent relational triangle' of victim, perpetrator, and rescuer roles at a societal level as well as in fostering a sense of personal acceptance, belonging and peace in the face of adversity and clashes of perspective. Topics Covered ✨ The trauma triangle: victim, perpetrator, rescuer ✨ Trauma as a building block of human experience ✨ Exploring the collective heartbeat and trauma bonding ✨ The power of embodied acceptance ✨ Navigating grief and loss ✨ Addressing collective conflict and the path to peace ✨ Creating safe spaces for healing and dialogue ✨ Envisioning a new paradigm of peace and power ✨ The essence of psychedelic integration in a psychosocial context Episode Resources ✨ Platform: Peace Activation  

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/ethics-of-psychedelic-integration-coaching-with-yannick-jacob  What exactly is psychedelic integration coaching? Are there any professional standards for this work? Are certain approaches considered more valid than others? The transformative power and challenges of psychedelic integration coaching are the theme of Shiri’s conversation with Yannick Jacob, a widely respected existential coach. Shiri and Yannick explore the unregulated world of psychedelic integration coaching, where literally anyone can claim the title of a coach. Is this ‘freedom’ to practice ideal? Is it dangerous? How do coaches learn to help clients in a way that is truly helpful? Shiri and Yannick explore these questions and more in a discussion about the necessity for ethical practice, skill development, and a collaborative approach in this new and quickly blossoming field. Topics Covered ✨ The unregulated world of psychedelic coaching ✨ Introducing Yannick Jacob: a luminary in the coaching field ✨ Exploring existential questions ✨ The importance of integrating psychedelic experiences ✨ Navigating the complexities of psychedelic integration coaching ✨ Perspectives on psychedelic support training ✨ The diversity of approaches to psychedelic integration coaching ✨ The personalized nature of psychedelic integration ✨ Challenges of working with ancient modalities in modern times ✨ Views on different integration coaching philosophies Episode Resources ✨ Transformational and Integration Coaching: Being True to You 

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/waking-up-through-psychedelics-with-shiri-godasi “Waking up” on a New Orleans hotel room floor? Shiri never imagined it would be like that. Prior to that moment, even the word “consciousness” had never registered with her. Listen in to learn about the changes, challenges and miracles of walking through life as a newly-conscious being.  In this episode Shiri shares the personal and unabridged story of her spiritual awakening and how it was keyholed by one of her favorite psychedelic substances. It is also the must-know first response to the question she gets asked most: how did she become a psychedelic integration coach and create a psychedelic-service lifestyle? We are privileged to experience first-hand the mysteries of awakening and the extraordinary potential for healing and growth we have available to us through plant medicines and synthetic mind-expanding substances. This is an intimate “journal-entry” of spiritual self-discovery, shedding light on the transformative power of psychedelics and the global evolution of consciousness.  Topics covered ✨ Shiri’s personal and unabridged psychedelic awakening story ✨ What it means to “wake up” … and who is awakening right now? ✨ Why are people waking up at this time?  ✨ Struggles of a spiritual being lost in a human experience ✨ How an MDMA experience at Coachella completely changed the course of Shiri’s life ✨ Life issues Shiri was grappling with at the time ✨ How Shiri knew psychedelics were her key to healing and transformation ✨ How a traumatic breakup guided Shiri towards her awakening ✨ Shiri’s visionary holotropic experience on a hotel room floor in New Orleans ✨ What became clear to her in this experience and what was different when she “woke up” ✨ Challenges of walking through life as a conscious being ✨ How Shiri had to learn how to do life again as a conscious person ✨ The decision to become a psychedelic therapist ✨ How the path unfolded for Shiri to become a pioneering psychedelic integration coach Episode Resources ✨ Book: Between Death & Life: Conversations with a Spirit by Dolores Cannon ✨ Book: Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion by Sam Harris  ✨ Book: A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of "A Course in Miracles" by Marianne Williamson

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/creative-sorcery-soul-path-alignment-and-prayer-magick-with-tara-divina  The integration of psychedelics into personal growth and creativity forms the core of this powerful exchange between Shiri and guest Tara Divina, a mentor for those seeking to harness their creative and healing potential.  Tara shares her journey from a conventional career path to embracing a life enriched by Vedic astrology, the therapeutic use of plant medicine, and guiding others to find abundance through sharing their magical gifts.  Shiri and Tara discuss the complex culture of psychedelic healing, the pivotal role of integration, and the ancient art of prayer for aligning with one's highest truth. With insights on overcoming the limitations imposed by prevailing narratives of healing within the psychedelic space and an emphasis on action beyond healing, this episode presents a view on living a life that truly resonates with one’s soul purpose, supported by self-care, community engagement, and the passionate pursuit of living epic. Topics Covered ✨ Introducing Tara Divina: a mentor for magical creatives ✨ Vedic Astrology and the significance of eclipses ✨ Tara’s journey of professional transformation ✨ The role of plant medicines in Tara’s evolution ✨ Integration practices and embodying creativity ✨ A day in the life of a creative sorceress ✨ Challenging the culture of healing within the psychedelic community ✨ Taking action beyond healing ✨ The power of prayer ✨ Prayer vs. manifestation ✨ Aligning with what's praying through you ✨ Practical prayer techniques and their impact ✨ Finding alignment and co-creation in life ✨ Navigating life's choices: yeses, nos, and alignment ✨ Special offer: online courses to unleash your magic Episode Resources ✨ Healing, Wellness and Personal Growth Platform: Healing from Healing

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/how-to-interpret-psychedelic-journeys-part-2-with-shiri-godasi  How can we become more skillful in interpreting our psychedelic experiences while also accepting that not all insights from our journeys require interpretation?  When is it useful to intentionally apply psychedelic integration tools and techniques and when may it be time to trust that medicine is giving us exactly what we need (whether we ‘want’ it or not!) and allow ourselves to trust the unfolding as a practice for engaging with the unconscious in our daily lives? Listen in to Part Two of Shiri’s 2-part series on interpreting psychedelic journeys for a deep dive into these questions and more, as Shiri reaffirms the idea that the ceremonial experience extends far beyond the immediate effects of the medicine and that psychedelic integration is a gift that keeps on giving … Topics Covered ✨ Exploring the significance of environment, music/silence and energy during your trip ✨ Navigating challenges: resistance, trauma, addiction and the importance of safety ✨ Expectations and disappointments in psychedelic experiences ✨ Consent and power dynamics in ceremony ✨ Integration techniques for extracting themes from your journey ✨ Post-ceremony: the extended process of integration ✨ Opening to the lessons of your journey being delivered in surprising ways Episode Resources ✨ Private coaching with Shiri: 1:1 Integration Coaching with Shiri Godasi  ✨ Nectara’s Membership: Use code “SHIRI” for a discount ✨ Nectara’s Ceremonial Preparation Program

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/how-to-interpret-psychedelic-journeys-part-1-with-shiri-godasi  There is growing awareness of the need for integration after psychedelic experiences, but where exactly does the interpretation of those experiences fit into integration? In this episode, Shiri introduces her integration philosophy, developed through extensive fieldwork and personal exploration and offers various approaches to help make sense of psychedelic experiences, applicable to a broad range of substances. Shiri emphasizes three main principles: staying curious and humble, understanding one's vantage point, and prioritizing the relationship with insights that arise over their content. She further explores the role of themes, sounds, visions and physical sensations as vehicles for deep personal understanding, while stressing the importance of viewing these phenomena through a trauma-informed lens. Topics Covered ✨ Understanding psychedelic experiences: a personal philosophy ✨ Exploring techniques for psychedelic integration ✨ Questioning the need for the interpretation of psychedelic journeys ✨ How to approach interpretation in the context of integration  ✨ Anchor points for interpreting psychedelic trips ✨ Recognizing patterns and themes  ✨ Unpacking memories and traumas ✨ Finding meaning in the sensory realm: visions, sounds and sensations ✨ Archetypes and the collective unconscious ✨ Concluding thoughts and an invitation for private support Episode Resources ✨ Private coaching with Shiri: 1:1 Integration Coaching with Shiri Godasi  ✨ Nectara’s Membership: Use code “SHIRI” for a discount ✨ Nectara’s Ceremonial Preparation Program

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/telling-your-psychedelic-story-with-mareesa-stertz What is the role of storytelling in psychedelic integration? And how might your well-told psychedelic story make a difference in the lives of others? Tune in to a conversation with Mareesa Stertz to find out how personal storytelling in the context of psychedelic exploration can be a powerful way to catalyze profound transformation for both you and your community. Mareesa, with her roots in a culture where healing was rarely discussed, embarked on a journey with psychedelics that significantly influenced her understanding of trauma and self-discovery. Through her personal experiences with psychedelics, which included documenting her own healing process, she became inspired to advocate for healing through storytelling.  Shiri and Mareesa explore the role of psychedelics in the cultural shift towards openness about personal transformation, the foundation of psychedelic societies for community support, and initiatives to make healing more accessible, engaging … and FUN!  Topics Covered ✨ The power of storytelling in psychedelic integration ✨ Introducing Mareesa Stertz: a trailblazer in psychedelic storytelling ✨ Mareesa's mission to make healing cool ✨ The hero's journey in the context of psychedelic integration ✨ Mareesa's personal psychedelic journey and transformation ✨ The role of storytelling in psychedelic communities ✨ Becoming a psychedelic storyteller ✨ Tips for telling your psychedelic story ✨ The Global Psychedelic Society and other community initiatives ✨ Bringing imagination to life Episode Resources  ✨ Series: Adventures of the Psyche hosted by Mareesa Stertz  ✨ Book: The Hero's Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work by Joseph Campbell  ✨ Film: The NeverEnding Story (1984), directed by Wolfgang Petersen   ✨ Psychotherapy Pioneer: Carl Jung  ✨ Psychedelic-Assisted Innovation: M.I.N.D.S. (Multidisciplinary Investigation into Novel Discoveries & Solutions)  ✨ Psychedelic Society: Aware Project

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/shamanism-and-psychedelic-change-work-with-colette-condorcita  Healing, resilience and the profound potential of psychedelics for personal transformation are woven through the incredible journey of Colette Condorcita, a multidimensional creatrix and psychedelic change-maker. Colette’s mind-blowing story begins in Philadelphia where she was raised by social justice activists and attended a Quaker school. She shares about the impact of these early influences on the development of her values and then tells the story of how her life shifted dramatically as a teenager following a serious spinal cord. The injury left her paralyzed – from which she miraculously healed herself – and also catalyzed a life-altering near death experience which ultimately led her into the realms of psychedelics and shamanism.  Colette’s story bridges the intersection of neurophenomenology, healing, and a call for systemic social and environmental change, presenting a compelling case for the mindful exploration of psychedelic states. Highlighting themes of neurodivergence, neuroplasticity, and the capacity for psychedelics to forge new pathways of integration and understanding, Colette’s ‘psychedelic change work’ emphasizes the importance of preparation and self-regulation for an approach to healing that extends from the individual to the collective and ecological levels. Topics Covered ✨ Introducing Colette Condorcita, psychedelic ‘warrior’ ✨ From social justice roots to psychedelic exploration ✨ A life-altering injury and the power of the mind  ✨ Colette’s healing journey: integration, family support and psychedelic insights ✨ Psychedelic change work: from personal transformation to global impact ✨ The future of psychedelics: legal challenges, climate change and community building ✨ Rapid fire round of questions for Colette and final thoughts on embracing the journey Episode Resources ✨ Book: Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari  ✨ Book: Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy by Mircea Eliade  ✨ Shamanism Researcher: Dr. Michael James Winkelman ✨ Hypnosis Trainer: Melissa Tiers  

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/psychedelic-harm-reduction-with-shiri-godasi What if the so-called war on drugs is less about public safety and more about systemic oppression? What education does a psychedelic integration professional need to be truly informed about the philosophy and practicalities of harm reduction? And what are the responsibilities of the leaders within the psychedelic support field to help create safe and non-judgemental ‘environments’ that meet the unique needs of different psychedelic explorers? In this solo episode, Shiri invites us into these questions and more, unpacking the concept of psychedelic harm reduction and its significance during the current 'psychedelic renaissance', with an emphasis on its roots in social justice and respect for cognitive liberty and overarching mission of fostering both individual and community well-being. Topics Covered ✨ The War on Drugs and its impact  ✨ The concept of harm reduction ✨ Cognitive liberty in psychedelic use ✨ The primary principles of psychedelic harm reduction ✨ Challenges of language within psychedelic culture ✨ Different classes of psychedelics and their effects ✨ Understanding different types of people who take psychedelics to better serve them ✨ The role of integration coaches in the psychedelic harm reduction movement ✨ How psychedelic harm reduction is a win-win situation Episode Resources  ✨ Book: How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence by Michael Pollan ✨ Harm Reduction Non-profit Organization: DanceSafe

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast-psychedelics-addiction-recovery-and-the-medicine-of-suffering-with-danielle-nova What does it look like for psychedelic integration to be deeply intertwined with addiction recovery?  Listen in to Danielle Nova’s inspirational addiction recovery story and how she became  a luminary in the psychedelic support field and the founder of the global addiction recovery support network, Psychedelic Recovery.  In this intimate conversation with Shiri, Danielle shares about her journey of profound struggle with addiction to a constellation of drugs, including pharmaceutical medications, and her path to recovery working intensively with psychedelic and sacred plant medicines for healing and transformation.  Danielle describes her philosophy on addiction as a deeply ingrained coping mechanism, the ‘medicine’ of the desire for change, and her work creating community healing spaces for people using psychedelics in support of their addiction recovery. She also shares her mission to rehabilitate the current addiction treatment paradigm, moving away from an abstinence-only, ‘disease’ model to an empowered model of psychedelic-assisted self-healing. Topics Covered ✨ Introducing psychedelic support luminary, Danielle Nova ✨ Danielle's pre-psychedelic life and extreme struggles with addiction ✨ Danielle's journey into psychedelic healing ✨ The turning point: psychedelic recovery and integration ✨ The potential role of psychedelics in addiction recovery ✨ Danielle’s new model for addiction recovery: Psychedelic Recovery ✨ What it means to Danielle to be a psychedelic renaissance woman ✨ A model of addiction recovery based on empowerment rather than powerlessness ✨ Five epic facts about Danielle ✨ Connecting with Danielle and her work Episode Resources ✨ Psychedelic-Assisted Addiction Recovery Program: Psychedelic Recovery    

Episode Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/how-life-happens-through-conflict-and-peak-transformation-with-shiri-godasi When we review historic events we often wonder how people lived through those times that can seem to us as insanely difficult, if not impossible, to navigate. During the current global crisis, while we may not know exactly where it is headed, we know for sure that the collective will never be the same. What is the role the role of conflict in human transformation and collective harmony? What are the parallels between how we navigate both conflict and psychedelic experiences? Listen to this episode to learn how even through challenging times we can weave and integrate so-called mundane daily living with psychedelic qualities: skillful exploration of our deeply entrenched beliefs and conditioned responses; cultivation of awareness, forgiveness and acceptance; and a conscious commitment to peace.  Topics Covered ✨ A historical perspective on conflict and transformation ✨ Shiri’s personal experience of the current Israel-Palestine conflict   ✨ Disappointment about the lack of response from the psychedelic community ✨ Shiri’s recognition of her privilege ✨ Natural cycles of destruction and creation   ✨ The ‘inconvenience of pain’ ✨ The concept of truth in the midst of conflict ✨ The art of navigating conflict as similar to navigating a psychedelic experience ✨ Our choice: what reality do we want to live in?  

Episode Web Page: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/shannon-brown-infusing-creativity-dreamwork-psychedelics Join Shiri Godasi with special Guest, Shannon Brown, a psychedelic integration specialist, artist, musician and internationally recognized plant medicine ceremonialist. Their conversation explores what it looks like to use creativity, artistry, dream work and psychedelic integration to enhance healing and personal growth. Shannon shares candidly about her journey, detailing her career transitions and personal transformations, influenced heavily by experiences with plant medicines and psychedelics, particularly 5-MeO-DMT. She also shares her unique approach to dreamwork as well as other powerful integration techniques. Topics Covered ✨ Shannon's journey and work with psychedelic integration ✨ The concept of the ‘re-enchantment of the world’ ✨  The limitations of language ✨  The evolution of human expression ✨ Shannon's development as an artist ✨ Stories of Shannon's psychedelic experiences ✨ The impact psychedelics have had on Shannon's life ✨ Challenges and transformations in Shannon's life ✨ The role of dreams and dreamwork in psychedelic integration ✨ Shannon's experience as a participant in a 5-MeO-DMT research study ✨ What is a ‘liberation dose’ of 5-MeO-DMT? ✨ Personal insights from Shannon’s experience participating in the study ✨ The challenge of describing the divine ✨ The importance of creativity and art in psychedelic integration ✨ A rapid fire round of questions to get know Shannon better  

Episode Web Page: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/eva-dalak-integration-of-peace-israel-palestine  Listen in to a heart to heart discussion between Shiri Godasi and special guest, ‘peace activator’ and women's empowerment coach Eva Dalak, who are both consciously engaged in the profound work of navigating multiple identities during a time of intense conflict in Israel and Gaza. Shiri and Eva share aspects of their personal histories - Shiri as an Israeli Jew and Eva as a Muslim Palestinian - and delve deeply into the current geopolitics in the Middle East, the impact of victim consciousness and narratives of suffering on war, and the importance of personal work and responsibility in creating a collective shift towards peace.  Throughout the conversation the focus is on integration: how to find unity in the face of differing perspectives and cultural histories while at the same time recognizing the shared human journey that binds us all together. Both agree that promoting peace also means promoting life and stress that one does not have to choose a side, but can embody love and harmony, acknowledging everyone's right to exist in peace and safety. Topics Covered 02:29 introducing Eva Dalak: peace activator and empowerment coach 03:14 Eva's journey and work as a peace activator 07:45 The role of identity in conflict and peace 08:46 Embracing and navigating multiple identities 09:55 The impact of victim consciousness in the Israel-Palestine conflict 14:16 “Trauma responsiveness” in conflict resolution 27:08 Moving beyond historical trauma towards peace 31:04 Creating sustainable communities: the Costa Rica example 33:39 Accountability and discernment when posting on social media  33:55 Personal responsibility in the quest for peace  35:54 Manipulation and control in conflict 37:05 The role of individual narratives in conflict resolution 39:23 Authenticity, vulnerability and compassionate self-forgiveness 40:17 Defining your own narrative, how you want to see your own story 42:28 Seeing the humanity in one another during conflict 45:22 How does a sense of safety relate to freedom? 49:07 Shining a light on the darkness and unifying as a global community 51:17 A call for peace      

Episode's Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/using-psychedelics-in-global-times-of-crisis ~~~~~~~~With the conflict raging in the Middle East, humanity has entered an era of global war overnight. At this time of collective uprising, growing polarization and uncertainty described by some as a historic spiritual awakening, should we use psychedelics? Why or why not? And if so, how can we ensure the experience remains rooted in safety, mindfulness and supportive benefit to our own wellbeing, our community and the human experience? In this episode Shiri explores considerations of using psychedelics and plant medicines during this time of global crisis, and offers an acute & practical harm reduction framework. Topics Covered: ✨ Spiritual issues we contend with at times of global crisis ✨ How global crisis may affect mental health ✨ Viewing crisis as an opportunity for deepened inner reflection and work ✨ Reasons why people may approach psychedelics at this time ✨ Harm reduction responsibilities of utilizing psychedelics at times of crisis ✨ Potential outcomes of the psychedelic experience with current events ✨ Full dose vs. microdose protocols and respective considerations ✨ Techniques for safe and effective preparation ✨ What to look out for during your ceremony ✨ Post-ceremony integration strategies  ~~~~~~~~ ✨ Free psychedelic preparation guide download: https://www.psychedsoul.com/prepstrategy ✨ Join The Psyched Soul Tribe on Whatsapp:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EO8wOABtXHTL4GR6f7iJ76 ✨ The Psyched Soul Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoiiwKQHRLpU2s64g465EYw ✨ The Psyched Soul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.psyched.soul ✨ The Psyched Soul Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepsychedsoul ✨ Podcast Music: All My Life Is A Ceremony by Mose ~~~~~~~~ Show Links: Nectara’s Ceremonial Preparation course Nectara x Shiri Private Integration Coaching

Episode's Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/3-coaching-steps-to-integrating-happiness~~~~~~~~What does prioritizing happiness have to do with psychedelic integration? What is the difference between pleasure and joy? And how on Earth can you increase the ‘Psyched Factor’ in your life? This episode explores the pursuit of happiness through psychedelic integration: Shiri shares about a simple and brutal existential insight from a recent plant-medicine ceremony, and how she has chosen to integrate it into her life. She also shares 3 practical and life-changing coaching tools to making happiness your lived daily experience. Topics Covered:✨ How the Gregorian calendar is a social construct that disconnects us from nature and from living from soul ✨ What we can learn about timekeeping from Costa Ricans ✨ The simple and brutal existential question Shiri was faced with in a recent plant medicine ceremony ✨ The modern-day dilemma of prioritizing happiness and creative pursuits ✨ What happiness has to do with psychedelic integration ✨The difference between pleasure and joy ✨ 3 practical and life-changing coaching tools for integrating happiness in your life ✨ Advice to increase your "Psyched Factor" for genuine fulfillment ✨ How Shiri is integrating her recent peyote experience ✨ The importance of female empowerment, sisterhood and integration in personal and professional growth, and how they contribute to the Psyched Factor ✨ Shiri’s plans for the Psyched Soul in 2024 ✨ How you can get involved and join the Psyched Soul community  ~~~~~~~~ ✨ Free psychedelic preparation guide download: https://www.psychedsoul.com/prepstrategy ✨ Join The Psyched Soul Tribe on Whatsapp:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EO8wOABtXHTL4GR6f7iJ76 ✨ The Psyched Soul Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoiiwKQHRLpU2s64g465EYw ✨ The Psyched Soul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.psyched.soul ✨ The Psyched Soul Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepsychedsoul✨ Podcast Music: All My Life Is A Ceremony by Mose

Episode's Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/peace-peyote-resolving-internal-conflicts-for-collective-liberation~~~~~~~~Have you ever considered peace in itself to be an emotional trigger? How can it be leveraged towards deep shadow work and dismantling victim consciousness? What is the role of integrating different experiences, worlds, and ontological realities as the pathway to peace? And how can we investigate and resolve our individual internal conflicts as tools for collective healing and liberation? In this episode Shiri shares a poignant account of recent events affected by the war in the Middle East: a traditional and humbling Peyote ceremony; a too-personal encounter with online cancel culture; a roundtable conversation with a Palestinian woman; and a spiritual dance with a trusted elder. Listen to this episode to learn how these real-life moments were leveraged as repeated opportunities for psychic healing, clearing internal violence and embracing peace within, to ultimately integrate harmony into the collective. Topics Covered:✨ Shiri’s personal trip report of a traditional, humbling Peyote ceremony ✨ Insights into the struggle of internal psychic shadow battles without external adversaries ✨ The paradox of true peace and its triggering impact on inner conflicts ✨ Dismantling of victim consciousness and the resulting transformative effects ✨ The dual nature of social media amidst global conflicts and how it represents the illusion of consciousness ✨ Challenges of navigating online debates and the toll it takes on mental health ✨ The consequences of expressing a nuanced opinion through Cancel Culture ✨The role of integrating different worlds, experiences and realities as the pathway to global peace ✨ Insights from Shiri’s life-changing conversation with a Palestinian woman ✨ Choosing the side of peace as a statement of integration ✨ Resources for peaceful conflict resolution ✨ Supporting people who are directly affected by current global conflicts ✨ Historical context of medicine circles and their role in maintaining well-being ✨ How we can heal global pain of the most despicable of acts ✨ Leveraging privilege for for peace and positive change ✨ The importance of investigating and resolving our individual internal conflicts as tools for collective healing and liberation ~~~~~~~~ ✨ Free psychedelic preparation guide download: https://www.psychedsoul.com/prepstrategy ✨ Join The Psyched Soul Tribe on Whatsapp:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EO8wOABtXHTL4GR6f7iJ76 ✨ The Psyched Soul Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoiiwKQHRLpU2s64g465EYw ✨ The Psyched Soul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.psyched.soul ✨ The Psyched Soul Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepsychedsoul ✨ Podcast Music: All My Life Is A Ceremony by Mose

Episode's Webpage: https://www.psychedsoul.com/podcast/introducing-the-psyched-soul-podcast  ~~~~~~~~Welcome to our first epic episode where I introduce The Psyched Soul Podcast, and myself! You will get a taste of my integration philosophy: how I define this elusive cultural muse beyond “taking visions from ceremony and embodying them in daily life”. You’ll be introduced to the concepts of Integration 1.0 and Integration 2.0 and how they are benchmarks in the psychedelic integration journey. We explore the 3 purposes of this channel, a couple of cultural myths and how they are integrated as pillars of my message to the world. You will get a glimpse into my human’s humble roots + a couple of her personal superpowers; and how I plan on implementing them into the podcast. I also share a promise to you as we embark on this grand adventure together. Let’s goooo Topics Covered: ✨ Our main emphasis and why it differentiates our podcast from an ocean of excellent psychedelic-positive channels ✨ Shiri’s view and definition of Psychedelic Integration as a cultural discipline ✨ What are Psychedelic Integration 1.0 and 2.0, what are their differences and how they will be embodied in our podcast ✨ Shiri’s opinion about the social glorification of psychedelics ✨ Shiri’s personal background, traits and challenges she was facing as she began her integration journey ✨ A snapshot of Shiri’s professional accomplishments pioneering psychedelic integration support ✨ What is being asked of people who are looking to embody roles of service in the psychedelic renaissance ✨The stance, approach, and 3 purposes of The Psyched Soul Podcast ✨ Shiri’s promise to her audience and what they can expect by tuning in to upcoming episodes ~~~~~~~~ ✨ Free psychedelic preparation guide download: https://www.psychedsoul.com/prepstrategy ✨ Join The Psyched Soul Tribe on Whatsapp:https://chat.whatsapp.com/EO8wOABtXHTL4GR6f7iJ76 ✨ The Psyched Soul Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoiiwKQHRLpU2s64g465EYw ✨ The Psyched Soul Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.psyched.soul ✨ The Psyched Soul Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepsychedsoul