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Podcast: The Vital Point: Pathways To Integration
Episode: 68. When Psychedelics Are Traumatic
Description: In this episode I delve into the sensitive topic of trauma that has occurred in expanded states of consciousness. By sharing a personal experience, my intention is to dispel the popular misconception in the plant medicine community that “there is no such thing as a bad trip” as this is neither correct or trauma-informed.
While many risks can be reduced through best practices for safety, set and setting, that doesn’t change the fact that trauma can occur. The situation I describe has been a defining moment in my life, and I hope that others who have experienced something simila...