Calling attention to the healing properties of psychedelics, author and therapist Sean Lawlor talks with Chris about his new book, Psychedelic Revival.
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In this episode, Sean and Chris reflect on:
- Sean’s inaugural experiences with psychedelics
- Accessing altered states of mind
- Integrating psychedelic experiences into daily life
- Chris’s journey with treatment-resistant depression and psychedelic therapy
- Changing the ongoing damage from the war on drugs
- What psychedelics are and what they can do
- Breaking out of our habituated thoughts patterns
- Enduring the challenging parts of a psychedelic journey
- The different types of psychedelics and their pros and cons
- The amazing effect of placebo and having intentions
- Plant medicines versus more western psychedelics
“A theory that I do believe in is that everything that comes up in the (psychedelic) experience can be helpful for one’s own healing journey, even if it is really challenging and dark.” – Sean Lawlor
About Sean Lawlor:
Sean is an author, therapist, and developer of online course content. He received his Masters of Fine Arts from Chatham University and completed a 3-year Master’s program in Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling at Naropa University. Sean’s new book, Psychedelic Revival: Toward a New Paradigm of Healing, is currently available in print and digital formats. Learn more about Sean on his website.