The Awaken Podcast with Natasja Pelgrom

Ayahuasca, NASA & the Origins of Life | Dr. Bruce Damer on Psychedelics, Science & Consciousness What if psychedelics aren't just medicines for healing—but elixirs of discovery? In this boundary-breaking episode of The Awaken Podcast, Dr. Bruce Damer—astrophysicist, visionary researcher, and President of the Center for MINDS—joins Natasja Pelgrom for a groundbreaking conversation on psychedelic-catalyzed insight and its role in shaping the future of science, technology, and human understanding.

Are You a Mushroom Having a Human Experience? | Darren Le Baron on Psychedelic Consciousness & African Wisdom In this enlightening episode of The Awaken Podcast, host Natasja Pelgrom is joined by Darren Le Baron—renowned mycologist, psychedelic educator, and speaker on ancient African plant medicine traditions. Recorded live at Breaking Convention 2025, this conversation explores the intersection of psychedelic consciousness, ethnomycology, and ancestral wisdom. With humor, reverence, and grounded insight, Darren shares how mushrooms can awaken new understandings of identity, spirituality, and our relationship with nature.

Exploring consciousness, metaphysics, and psychedelic insight through the lens of Spinietzschean thought. In this mind-expanding episode of The Awaken Podcast, Natasja is joined by Dr. Peter Sjöstedt-Hughes, philosopher of mind, metaphysician, and lecturer at the University of Exeter. Renowned for bridging ancient philosophical questions with modern psychedelic insight, Peter invites us into a layered inquiry on consciousness, altered states, and the mysteries embedded within nature itself. From Spinoza to Nietzsche, Kant to panpsychism, this conversation travels through rich philosophical terrain—exploring how altered states may not only expand the mind, but also reframe our understanding of what mind is. In this episode, we explore: What is consciousness—and is it embedded in or emergent from nature? How psychedelics challenge traditional views of the mind-body problem Can altered states give us access to otherwise hidden layers of reality? How metaphysical frameworks like panpsychism and pantheism influence the interpretation of psychedelic experiences Why plants, fungi—and perhaps even matter itself—may be conscious in ways we overlook The intersection of Spinietzschean philosophy and expanded states of awareness What philosophers like Kant might say about psychedelic experience The role of awe, sublimity, and moral insight beyond reason Key philosophical questions in psychedelic research that remain unexplored This episode is a contemplative feast for psychonauts, scholars, and seekers alike—an invitation to see not just differently, but deeper.

‘Feminine Intelligence, Somatic Depth, and Expanded States' In this timely and thought-provoking solo episode, Natasja Pelgrom opens Season 4 of The Awaken Podcast with a powerful call to remember the forgotten arc of transformation—one rooted not in the peaks of expanded states experience, but in the embodied return. Drawing from decades of space holding, ancient initiatory wisdom, and her own recent darkness retreat, Natasja reframes psych*del^cs and other expanded states not as interventions, but as initiations. At the heart of this return is the Initiatrix archetype—a feminine intelligence that guides transformation through descent, mystery, and relational leadership. In this episode, we explore: Why modern psych*delic culture is obsessed with ego death and “how many journeys” The deeper questions we should be asking about integration and embodiment The Initiatrix archetype as a model for feminine-informed facilitation Natasja's 3-day darkness retreat as a lived descent—and why it changed her leadership Polyvagal theory, the default mode network, and the neuroscience of re-entry Why some traditions require 40 days for integration—and what we've lost by rushing How to reframe leadership in medicine work as relational stewardship, not performance The cost of ignoring the feminine process of transformation in facilitation and service This episode sets the tone for a season dedicated to re-orienting our collective compass—from seeking the peak, to honoring the slow, sacred spiral of return.

"Life is not a destination—it's a courageous journey of returning to what truly matters." In this rich and soul-stirring episode, Natasja sits down with a visionary entrepreneur whose journey began in Hong Kong and led them through the bustling streets of Amsterdam's creative scene, where they co-founded iconic spaces like Doka, Canvas, Werkplaats, and Vrijland Festival. Together, they explore: ✨ Aligning business with soul-purpose and personal values

“No matter how much you prepare someone, it's always a unique experience.” In this insightful and nuanced episode, Natasja welcomes Jeanine Souren, a clinical psychologist, sexologist, and co-founder of the Experiential Training Institute. Jeanine brings her extensive expertise in trauma, couples, and family therapy to the evolving field of psychedelic-assisted treatment—bridging the scientific with the soulful.

A special feature from the Stewards of the Sacred Conference What if the plants around you—yes, even the common ones—were not just botanical companions but profound spiritual teachers? In this special edition episode from the inaugural Stewards of the Sacred conference (October 2023), Natasja welcomes Pam Montgomery, a beloved Earth elder, international teacher, and pioneer in plant spirit healing. With more than three decades of experience as an herbalist and author, Pam shares a moving and timely teaching on how plants initiate us into higher consciousness and co-create our evolution alongside Nature.

Reconnect with Natasja in this solo episode as she returns to The Awaken Podcast, guiding you through a journey of introspection, self-discovery, and the transformative power of silence. After seasons of holding space, guiding others, and walking alongside transformation in its many forms, Natasja returns—more rooted, more tender, and more devoted to the still voice within. In this intimate solo episode of The Awaken Podcast, she explores the sacred technology of stillness—not as something passive, but as an active portal to awakening, clarity, and embodiment. Stillness is not absence. Stillness is presence amplified. It's where the deeper truths speak.

Navigating Transformation in an Ever-Changing World Imagine a world where every transition—birth, death, heartbreak, coming of age, leadership, spiritual awakening—was honored with deep intention, belonging, and community. That world is not lost. It lives in the echoes of our ancestors—and in the choices we make today. In this solo episode of The Awaken Podcast, Natasja invites you on a profound exploration of Rites of Passage—timeless ceremonial frameworks that guide us through the liminal spaces of transformation. As modern life accelerates, we are asked to remember: our milestones matter. Whether through ancient initiations or psychedelic journeys, rites of passage offer us mirrors, maps, and meaning.

The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence. The Awaken Podcast—a space for seekers, leaders, and visionaries ready to walk in deep alignment with self, spirit, and purpose. After a sacred pause, Natasja Pelgrom returns to the mic with fresh insights, a reawakened sense of purpose, and a powerful new season dedicated to exploring self-leadership, ritual, and stewardship in a time of psychedelic expansion. This solo episode sets the tone with one of the central pillars of this season: Living in Ceremony—and more specifically, the profound art of decoding prayer as a living, breathing practice.

“Stewardship and Leadership the way forward.” In this powerful and intimate episode, Natasja is joined by sacred medicine facilitator and cultural steward Marc-John, whose path has been shaped by over 15 years of study, practice, and deep relationships with indigenous communities across Latin America. Together, they explore the unseen layers of what it truly means to walk the path of sacred medicine facilitation—not as a role, but as a lifelong commitment rooted in reverence, reciprocity, and personal evolution.

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast, hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us on an exploration of profound topics encompassing self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a brief hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed sense of purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll embark on a journey that blends ancestral wisdom with modern self-leadership principles. You'll uncover valuable tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace moments of stillness, and work towards manifesting your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative season. In this episode, Natasja embarks on a deep dive with Nadia Duinker, an entrepreneur and co-founder of Freedomville,Leadership Unleashed: Pioneering New Paths to Freedom. Nadia's guiding vision in her life and choices is "life is my job and nature is my employer." In this episode, we explore what it means to be a future leader. Join us for a profound exploration on The Awaken Podcast.In this episode Nadia discusses:Aligning entrepreneurial endeavors with personal values.Reevaluating and reinventing oneself for personal growth.Embracing humility to become a student again on the journey of life.Courageously making significant life shifts by letting go of the past and embracing the new.Following your heart to carve out your unique path in life.Overcoming challenges, including those related to personal programming and emigration.Holding a grander vision for personal freedom and communal well-being.Demonstrating leadership through integrity and ethical practices.Fostering inclusion and collaboration within local communities.Rediscovering harmony with nature and its guiding principles.Embracing the philosophy that life is a journey, with nature serving as our ultimate guide and employer.Meet Nadia Duinker, born in Hong Kong in 1986, grew up in the south of Holland with a Dutch father and a German mother. Pursuing a degree in business at the University of Amsterdam, Nadia began freelancing while still studying, specializing in recruiting staff for Zara. At the age of 22, she met the love of her life, and together they ventured into building several successful hospitality businesses in Amsterdam, including Camvas, Doka, Werkplaats, Volkshotel, Amsterdam Roest, Vrijland festival, and de Quarantine. Now, Nadia is pioneering with her partner and family in Portugal, focusing on regenerative land practices, farming, and entrepreneurial endeavors.Website : Www.freedomville.ptSocial Media handles:Youtube: @freedomvilleportugalInsta: @freedomvilleportugalTiktok: @freedomvilleportugalWebsite:https://natasjapelgrom.com/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram:@natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast, hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us on an exploration of profound topics encompassing self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a brief hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed sense of purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll embark on a journey that blends ancestral wisdom with modern self-leadership principles. You'll uncover valuable tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace moments of stillness, and work towards manifesting your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative season. In this episode, Natasja embarks on a deep dive with Jeanine Souren a clinical psychologist and co-founder of the Experiential Training Institute  exploring the topic: 'Psychedelic Treatment, and the Insights from Therapeutic Landscapes' Join us for a profound exploration  on The Awaken Podcast.Meet Jeanine SourenShe is a clinical psychologist and sexologist with specialities in trauma, couples and families. She is the co-founder of Experiential Training Institute and also runs a private practice where she works with international clients, offering regular as well as psychedelic assisted sessions.In this episode Jeanine discusses:Journeying as a therapist into psychedelic treatment.The mindset needed to navigate the diverse mental landscapes.No matter how much you prepare someone, it's always a unique experience.Preparation and integration as a holistic process, encompassing goals and values.Utilizing constellation work alongside psychedelic facilitation.Comparing MDMA and Psilocybin: different types of facilitation for different contexts.Contrasting group therapy with individual sessions in psychedelic work.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is not always suitable for psychedelics.Addressing the theme of "Nothing happened" in psychedelic experiences.Recognizing the importance of set and setting, including family dynamics.Exploring the potential for deepening connections through psychedelic experiences.Providing psychedelic practitioner training for academic professionals.Integrating rites of passage into personal work for space holders and practitioners, while witnessing clients' experiences.Incorporating psychedelic therapy into family and couples therapy, including intimacy and sexual therapy.Website: www.experientialtraininginstitute.com  jeaninesouren.comSocial Media handles:@jeanine_souren@experientialtraininginstituteConnect with Natasja:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast, hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us on an exploration of profound topics encompassing self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a brief hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed sense of purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll embark on a journey that blends ancestral wisdom with modern self-leadership principles. You'll uncover valuable tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace moments of stillness, and work towards manifesting your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative season. In this episode, Natasja embarks on a deep dive with Pam Montgomery a revered herbalist and elder, author and international teacher exploring the topic: 'Plant Initiations that Raise Consciousness' Join us for a profound exploration  on The Awaken Podcast.This podcast episode is a special feature from the Stewards of the Sacred conference, which had its first edition in the fall of 2023. With Stewards of the Sacred, Natasja initiated a transformative virtual conference like no other, where speakers from a wide variety of backgrounds, expertise, and modalities provide insights and perspectives on the topics of stewardship and the sacred, particularly within the context of conscious leadership development, personal growth, and transformation. At Stewards of the Sacred, we invite you to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery, spirituality, and the promotion of global harmony. Our mission is to guide you toward a deeper connection with the sacred within yourself and foster a sense of unity and responsibility on a global scale. We are launching multiple editions, so join our mailing list to get first access to the conference for free.Meet Pam MontgomeryPam Montgomery is an herbalist, author, international teacher, Earth elder and new-paradigm thinker who has passionately embraced her role as a spokesperson for the green beings and has been investigating plants and their intelligent spiritual nature for more than three decades. She is the author of two books one of which is the highly acclaimed Plant Spirit Healing; A Guide to Working with Plant Consciousness and is currently writing her latest and third book, Co-Creative Partnership with Nature. She teaches internationally and virtually on plant spirit healing, spiritual ecology and co-creative partnership with Nature. She is a founding member of United Plant Savers and more recently the Organization of Nature Evolutionaries or ONE.In this episode Pam discusses:Common plants are "Teacher Plants" Plant Initiations answer the questions Who am I ? and What am I doing here? Plants are guiding us in our spiritual evolution. Plants engage with us in co-creative partnership working together to move in the New Era.And so much morePam's webpage: https://www.wakeuptonature.com/https://www.stewardsofthesacred.com/Enrol today to be among the first to access our upcoming Stewards of the Sacred conference for free!Connect with Natasja:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast, hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us on an exploration of profound topics encompassing self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a brief hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed sense of purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll embark on a journey that blends ancestral wisdom with modern self-leadership principles. You'll uncover valuable tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace moments of stillness, and work towards manifesting your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative season. In this episode, Natasja embarks on a transformative journey with Missoko Bwiti Initiate of 10 Years, Ordained Nganga (healer, seer) and Traditionally Trained Iboga Facilitator, Chor Boogie, BWITI KOMBO (NAME): GNYANGOU – the Sun exploring the topic: 'Truth Unveiled: Exploring Iboga Medicine's Perspective.' Join us for a profound exploration of transformation on The Awaken Podcast.Meet Chor Boogie aka GnyangouFounder and visionary artist Chor Boogie aka Gnyangou has been ordained as a nganga (healer and seer) in the Assenguidia Missoko Bwiti tradition after completing a decade of study and service, the rite of passage, and multiple advanced initiations. His Bwiti name, Gnyangou, means the medicine of the sun. As an Iboga provider, Gnyangou brings his profound dedication to the Iboga medicine, the Bwiti tradition, and speaking truth. His spiritual father is Master Binana, president of the Wise (local chapter of a ngangas' organization). Gnyangou is a member of Maghanga ma Nzambe, a Bwiti leadership council based on spiritual lineage. Gnyangou leads guests on annual journeys to Gabon. He is also a critically acclaimed spray paint artist.In this episode Chor discusses:What led Chor to explore Iboga medicineExploring ancestral wounds and strengths: Unlocking internal relationships.Cultivating patience and inner practices.Iboga's perspective on the concept of truth.The role of providers as spiritual archaeologists.Requirements for entering the field of medicine and psychedelics.Essential criteria for becoming an Iboga provider.Lessons the modern psychedelic community can draw from traditional practices.Cultural appropriation in the context of Iboga in the Western world and its implications.The significance of a robust code of ethics for medicine providers.The importance of energetic protection and the widespread misunderstanding among those using and serving medicines.Being recognized as a healer by Bwiti elders: What does it signify, serving as a ngangaIn this episode we also refer to solo episode with Natasja on Rites of Passages and episode with Chors' wife Elizabeth Bast on the four pillars of Iboga and the path of a devotee.Websites:https://chorboogie.com/bio/ www.soulcentro.com Social Media handles: @gnyangou @chorboogie1Connect With Natasja:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast, hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us on an exploration of profound topics encompassing self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a brief hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed sense of purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll embark on a journey that blends ancestral wisdom with modern self-leadership principles. You'll uncover valuable tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace moments of stillness, and work towards manifesting your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative season. In this episode, Natasja embarks on a transformative journey with, 'Rites of Passage: Navigating Change and Transformation.' Exploring the significance of these age-old rituals in both traditional societies and modern psychedelic experiences, and gaining unique insights into navigating life's transitions in today's changing world. Join us for a profound exploration of transformation on The Awaken Podcast.Enrol to our virtual course:Living in Ceremony, Embracing the Sacred in Everyday Life:https://www.stewardsofthesacred.com/living-in-ceremonyIn this episode Natasja refers to:1. Eliade, Mircea. "Rites and Symbols of Initiation: The Mysteries of Birth and Rebirth." HarperOne, 2004.2. Turner, Victor. "The Ritual Process: Structure and Anti-Structure." Aldine Transaction, 1969.3. James L. Carroll, Egyptian Craft Guild Initiations4. Richard G. Geldard, Eleusis: The Secret and Meaning of the Mysteries5. Iordanis Poulkouras, The Eleusinian Mysteries6. Byron Stuhlman, The Rites of Christian Initiation: The Evolution and Interpretation7. Arnold van Gennep, Les Rites de Passage 8. Documentary  "Rize." Directed by David LaChapelle9. Mircea Eliade "Rites and Symbols of Initiation," 10.Joseph Campbell's "The Hero With a Thousand Faces"11. Maureen Murduck "The Heroine's Journey: Woman's Quest for Wholeness," 12. . Studies like "Going to College and Unpacking Hazing" (2005) and "The Anticipation of a Severe Initiation" (2005) 13. “Frat House” 1998 documentary directed by Todd Phillips and Andrew Gurland14. The Awaken Podcast: Elizabeth Bast on the four pillars of Iboga  15. Aldous Huxley's novel "Island"16. Ram Dass, Timothy Leary, and Ralph Metzner "The Psychedelic Experience," Connect With Me:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/the-awaken-podcast/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast, hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us on an exploration of profound topics encompassing self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a brief hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed sense of purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll embark on a journey that blends ancestral wisdom with modern self-leadership principles. You'll uncover valuable tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace moments of stillness, and work towards manifesting your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative season. In this episode, Natasja introduces one of the season's central pillars: "Stewards of the Sacred, Self-Leadership, Ritual, and Purpose in a Time of Psychedelic Expansion."Join us as we reconnect with Natasja in this solo episode where she delves deep into the concept of "Living in Ceremony." In particular, Natasja explores one of the nine principles of living in ceremony: the profound art of decoding prayer.Subscribe now and awaken your potential with The Awaken PodcastJOIN 3-WEEK LIVING IN CEREMONY COURSE TODAY!https://www.stewardsofthesacred.com/living-in-ceremonyExplore: https://www.stewardsofthesacred.com/Resources:The Isaiah Effect: Decoding the Lost Science of Prayer and ProphecySecrets of the Lost Mode of PrayerProfessor Kevin L. Ladd Department of Psychology Indiana University South Bend, wrote a review paper on The Science of Prayer: Opportunities and Limits. Watch this video of quantum entanglement explained - how does it really work?Connect With Natasja:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/the-awaken-podcast/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us as we explore profound topics of self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll delve into the fusion of ancestral wisdom and modern self-leadership principles. Discover tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace stillness, and create your dream life. Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," and her mission of Stewarding the Sacred, sets the tone for this season. Tune in for actionable insights, authentic connection, and a path to empowermentMEET:Marc-John  Brown has been studying shamanism since the year 2008. Having traveled extensively since his late teens, he has built close and intimate friendships with a number of indigenous populations across Latin America and the world. Nowadays, he is one of two head coaches of the Plant Spirit School, a pioneering 6-month psychedelic integration coach certification program. He is Executive Secretary of El Puente, a non-profit foundation that helps reciprocate and regenerate among Amazonian indigenous populations. And together with his Peruvian wife, he is co-founder of Native Wisdom Hub, a cultural education and training company that coaches and mentors people in plant-spirit shamanism whilst working hard to keep the voices of the world's living indigenous populations alive as we transition through the psychedelic renaissance. Native Wisdom Hub proudly operates on the basis of a revenue share model in collaboration with multiple Peruvian indigenous communities.Website: www.erikahuarcaya.com Social Media handles: Facebook.com/marcjohn.brown Instagram.com/marcjohnbrown In this episode Marc and Natasja discuss:Discussing common challenges and hurdles faced by facilitators.Exploring the facilitator's personal journey and the calling of the soul.Discussing the sacrifices and consistency required on this path.Touching on the cultivation of energy, power, right relationships, and faith in darkness.Defining commitment in the context of being a facilitator of sacred medicine journeys.Emphasizing the importance of consistency and dedication.Highlighting the role of prayer and intention in the facilitation processReflecting on the personal growth and learning involved in becoming a facilitator.Discussing insights gained about the balance between seen and unseen realms.Exploring the sacred relationship with plants and stewardship of the sacred.Considering the concept of reciprocity in facilitation.You are invited to attend this truly groundbreaking conference, starting on October 27th. It's called: Stewards of the SacredSelf-Leadership, Ritual, and Purpose in A Time of Psychedelic ExpansionLIVE Global Conference from October 27th to 29th, 2023Click here to join now (free)! All interview recordings will be available FREE for 48 hours after they initially air!Connect With Natasja:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/the-awaken-podcast/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us as we explore profound topics of self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll delve into the fusion of ancestral wisdom and modern self-leadership principles. Discover tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace stillness, and create your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative journey. Tune in for actionable insights, authentic connection, and a path to empowerment.Reconnect with Natasja in this solo episode as she dives into the fusion of ancestral insights and contemporary leadership. Explore the transformative power of self-leadership a she bridges this into a new course. Closing with a guided visualisation: Forest Path of Renewal, Inner Strength and Purpose, with a soundscape by Menno JanssenThis meditation takes you on a journey through a lush forest, allowing you to shed negativity and embrace a sense of renewal. Discover the benefits of enhanced relaxation, increased clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose as you walk this virtual forest path.This is a transformative meditation experience born out of a unique collaboration between musician and ceremonial leader Menno Janssen and founder of ATMW Natasja Pelgrom. Through their profound personal journeys, they discovered the power of visualisation and intentional connection, inspiring them to create this guided meditation to support others in deepening their self-awareness, and healing.Subscribe now and awaken your potential with The Awaken PodcastIn this episode Natasja mentions:Natasja with Elizabeth Bast on the Four Pillars of Iboga, and the Journey of a Devotee: https://natasjapelgrom.com/2022/12/10/natasja-with-elizabeth-bast-on-the-four-pillars-of-iboga-and-the-journey-of-a-devotee/ Natasja with Laura Dawn on Psychedelic Leadership, and the Path of a Visionary: https://natasjapelgrom.com/2021/06/13/natasja-with-laura-dawn-on-psychedelic-leadership-and-the-path-of-a-visionary/ https://lauradawn.co/Episode with Alexander Beiner co-creator of Regenerative Stewardship program: https://natasjapelgrom.com/2021/04/07/natasja-with-alexander-beiner-on-mens-work-psychedelic-sense-making-and-psychedelic-capitalism/The Bigger Picture: How Psychedelics Can Help Us Make Sense of the World Book by Alexander Beiner: https://www.amazon.nl/-/en/Alexander-Beiner/dp/140197189X Regenerative Stewardship: Embracing Self-Leadership for Outer Change Psilocybin 5-day Retreat in the Netherlands: https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/stewardshipJOIN ELEVATING SELF-LEADERSHIP COURSE TODAY! And get free access to our education platform for just 88€! Connect With Me:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/the-awaken-podcast/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_within

Welcome to The Awaken Podcast hosted by Natasja Pelgrom. Join us as we explore profound topics of self-discovery, conscious leadership, and personal growth. After a hiatus, Natasja returns with fresh insights and a renewed purpose.Through solo episodes and engaging discussions, we'll delve into the fusion of ancestral wisdom and modern self-leadership principles. Discover tools to navigate life's complexities, embrace stillness, and create your dream life.Natasja's guiding quote, "The work is rewarded by the gifts you receive in silence," sets the tone for this transformative journey. Tune in for actionable insights, authentic connection, and a path to empowerment.Subscribe now and awaken your potential with The Awaken PodcastIn this episode Natasja mention's:https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/stewardshipEpisode with Alexander Beiner co-creator of Regenerative Stewardship program: https://natasjapelgrom.com/2021/04/07/natasja-with-alexander-beiner-on-mens-work-psychedelic-sense-making-and-psychedelic-capitalism/The Bigger Picture: How Psychedelics Can Help Us Make Sense of the World Book by Alexander Beiner: https://www.amazon.nl/-/en/Alexander-Beiner/dp/140197189XEpisode with Henk Doller our Regenerative Stewardship facilitation: https://natasjapelgrom.com/2022/09/13/natasja-with-henk-doller-on-authentic-leadership-space-holding-and-plant-medicines/Breaking Convention Youtube Public Speaking about 5MeO-DMT: https://youtu.be/PC1de8kQ1dc?si=YxIouoW6Kn8zmLr9Connect With Me:Website: https://natasjapelgrom.com/the-awaken-podcast/https://www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/Instagram: @natasja_pelgrom@awaken_the_medicine_withinListen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more.

The Awaken Podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention of this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja is driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. A way to stand together embracing our diversity for a greater Eco-system.Meet Jaguar Womban is a multidimensional healing artist, Medicine Womban, and Visionary Mother of The WombNation. She is an intuitive herbalist, ancestral channel, poet, and teacher who shares ways to connect to Mother Earth using plant medicine and ceremony. In both her private TEAsessions and The Circle of Light womban circle, Jaguar teaches how to use the unique self-care ritual of WombSteaming as a Ritual of Prayer and a Sacred Tool to awaken our innate Womb Wisdom and Divine Internal Guidance System.Jaguar's journey into the mystical began when she was struck by a car while on foot and had a Death Experience (NDE) that left her in a coma with a diagnosis of Traumatic Brain Injury. This began her healing journey of relearning walking, talking, reading, writing, and social skills. She was first shuffled through traditional western medicine and rehabilitation and after not attaining the healing she desired, sought out a path of her ancestral traditions. On her journey, she experienced a solo pilgrimage of spiritual and physical transformation and formed The WombNation to bring the power of these life-changing rituals and her unique Jaguar Medicine to womb carriers worldwide.Jaguar is a Yoga Alliance certified Hatha Yoga instructor, Kemetic (Ancient Egyptian) Yoga instructor, Thai Yoga bodywork practitioner, and attuned Healer. She has an MA in Creative Writing/Poetry and is a published, poet and powerful performer. In both her healing work and creative expression, she incorporates her study and practice of Shamanism, Sanskrit mantra, sound healing, breathwork, ancestral plant medicine, movement, and ceremony.In this episode Jaguar Womban discusses:Death as an initiation journeyNDE as an opening for dimensional workHer personal story of awakening and being in a psychiatric ward How to walk the path of our purpose with clarityCompleting the work of the embodied feminineWomb steaming / vaginal steam as a portal and dimensional workRemembering the medicine of the grandmothersThe quantum field of the WombThe history of wombteamPlantbaths and womb steam with teacher plants for healing and teachingsWhat are plant teachersThe frequencies of the plantsWomb work for ancestral work and honoring the cycles of lifeThe medicine of plant baths for those without a wombWebsite: https://www.wombnation.orgSocial Media handles: IG @JaguarWombanAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreats awakenthemedicinewithin.comONE MONTH FREE ACCESS to - Membership, Courses, and Community& 21 Days of Gratitude Course 

The Awaken Podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention of this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja is driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. A way to stand together embracing our diversity for a greater Eco-system.Meet in this episode Elizabeth Bast is a Bwiti initiate, traditionally trained iboga provider, and a co-founder of SoulCentro Iboga Retreats. She is the author of the award-winning memoir, Heart Medicine: A True Love Story--One Couple's Quest for the Sacred Iboga Medicine & the Cure for Addiction. Bast is a recipient of a Women of the Psychedelic Renaissance grant from the psychedelic feminist nonprofit organization Cosmic Sister and a member of Cosmic Sister's Expert Advisory Circle. She studied at New College of San Francisco with an emphasis on Art and Social Change and completed the transformational coach training program for psychedelic integration with Being True to You. Elizabeth's Bwiti name is Mbeye, which means the medicine of the river. In this episode Elizabeth discusses:What brought you to iboga medicine?Iboga is a powerful and medically sensitive medicine. What does it mean to be a medically responsible provider of iboga?The importance of a strong code of ethics as a medicine providerThe acknowledgment as a healer by the Bwiti eldersWhat is reciprocity with regard to indigenous communities and why is it important?The mind, body, and soul purge with IbogaHow can iboga help with relationshipsStory and vision for SoulCentro.Humility as a teaching forceLiving as a devotee and student of the medicineThe four pillars of Iboga: Addiction recovery, Trauma healing, Holistic wellness  and Visionary creativityMedicine coding, attire, and sacred colorsTobacco medicine, the teacher plantWebsite: www.soulcentro.comSocial Media handles:https://facebook.com/enectarbasthttps://instagram.com/enectarbastInspiration:Awaken The Medicine Within - Retreats awakenthemedicinewithin.comONE MONTH FREE ACCESS to - Membership, Courses, and Community& 21 Days of Gratitude Course 

Meet Julian Vayne, a British independent scholar and author with over three decades of experience within esoteric culture: from Druidry to Chaos Magic, from indigenous Shamanism through to Freemasonry and Witchcraft.In this episode Julian discusses:Role of psychedelics sociallyRituals and Ceremonies and their structural understandingPsychedelics learning vs healingDifference between space holding and research with psychedelicsAnimism, metaphors, spirits, and the techniques of energy work possible in sitting workEleusinian mysteries and the cultures of the pre-colonial Americas Magic in Psychedelic Medicine Bridging research with sacrednessChallenges within the current psychedelic training programsPossibility psychedelic futuresWebsite: julianvayne.comSocial Media handles: @julian.vayneInspiration:https://fungiacademy.com/sacred-space-holder-program/https://www.breakingconvention.co.uk/Awaken The Medicine Within - Retreats awakenthemedicinewithin.comAwaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and Community Get our 3-Day FREE trial 

Meet Angela Prusa, born and raised in Namibia Angela has been an advocate for the legalization of cannabis and hemp in her home country of Namibia for the past 6 years.Founder of the Cannabis and Hemp Association of Namibia her passion is to educate on the potential of the cannabis plant to create sustainable industries empower marginalized communities in rural areas and mitigate climate change with hemp and to advocate for a legalization model that has social justice, repatriations, community empowerment, and local and indigenous knowledge and voices at its core.Angela is a NADA Acupuncture Practitioner who focuses on Trauma and Addiction and works closely with communities in her home teaching them to be NADA Practitioners as well as supporting People who are homeless.Roots Herbal is a cannabis brand that Angela has co-founded with her friend Talin Sellian and together they support hundreds of People with a range of ailments from anxiety to chronic ailments to mental health issues with cannabis as natural therapeutic medicine.The focus of Roots Herbal is to closely support People on their health journeys with this plant and to empower People.Their emphasis is on creating good quality cannabis medicine that is grown with reverence and respect to the plant and the earth, so only small-scale organic growing with spiritual practices incorporated such as growing with the moon cycles, ceremonialofferings to the plant spirit, and the Earth and lots of love and prayers to create magical medicines to support people as well as investing into the communities that grow the medicine.In this episode Angela discusses:Journey on the path of healing and serviceReciprocityChanging this current paradigmWorking with the plants in a sacred wayOur daily life in ritual and gratitudeDecolonising the way we workCannabis as a medicineBeing a single mother and what that looks like for meThe reality of childhood trauma while being a motherAdvocating to create legislation so that it is anti-racist, decolonial, cares about Earth and Nature and Animal well-being around Cannabis and Hemp in Namibia.Social Media handles:InstagramLinkedInFacebookRoost and HerbalIn this episode we speak about:Breaking Convention VideosAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreats awakenthemedicinewithin.comAwaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and Community Get our 3-Day FREE trial 

Meet Henk Doller, has a Bachelor's degree HRM Trainer and Education and he started his career in 1995 as a commercial intermediary. He made the switch to the non-profit sector and as a team coordinator and trainer developed services and training in the social domain. Henk has also developed himself as a project leader for the Information Management Academy, responsible for setting up and executing interdepartmental courses in the field of government and ICT. Within these projects, he also provided modules aimed at training and strengthening personal skills. And since 2010 he serves as interim coach and trainer in the field of career, mobility, and management development.In 2012 he was initiated in the Munay Ki healing system. It's an energy healing system and cosmology of the peoples living in the Andes in South America and Inca shamanism. Over the years he's had many teachings and a wide range of shamanic lineages and since 2013 leading groups and individuals 1-25 participants in Ayahuasca ceremonies and retreats. His Dutch roots eventually polled him towards Truffles containing psilocybin and have facilitated over the past 7 years indoor and outdoor ceremonies. As a retreat leader, he often combines his process with modalities such as Cocoa ceremony, meditation, silent walks, and sharing rounds. His deep passion to bridge both worlds, the mystical and organizational, is felt in all his endeavors. Henk has 26+ years of experience with one-on-one guidance and 20 years in guiding teams and groups.In this episode Henk discusses:What are the core principles of space holdingA spiritual journey with Plant MedicinesMunay Ki healing system initiationsHow plant medicines and psychedelics inform and influence leadership qualitiesThe practice of being a student of lifeWhat it means to have a judgment-free settingSacred feminine and masculine qualities in leadershipHow can a leader influence the systems they are in with plant medicines and psychedelics How to be present in relationshipsPlaying is being in the nowWalking many worlds, from cooperative to sacred medicine workThe practice of prayerHenk's Social Media handles:LinkedInInstagramIn this episode we speak about:Hira Hose Documentary Stepping into the fireThe retreat where Henk is one of our space holders:http://stewardship.awakenthemedicinewithin.com/https://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/ Awaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and Community Get our 3-Day FREE trial 

In this episode, Natasja Pelgrom the host of The Awaken Podcast is interviewed by  Beth Weinstein from the Psychedelic Entrepreneur Podcast, tune is as they speak about…Natasja's attraction to energy work, shamanism, meditation, and psychedelics at a young ageHow “Do no harm” should be a central tenet of all psychedelic facilitation workThe huge responsibility you have as a facilitator is to hold sacred the trust you are offered by the people you serveSerious issues that can arise when people wanting to work with psychedelics don't report contraindications and how this can negatively impact them, their facilitator, and the whole psychedelic ecosystemThe growing problem of people doing short facilitator training and immediately jumping into facilitation long before they have the knowledge and experience to do soThe energetic differences between male and female facilitation styles“Cleaning” the system to help prepare people for a bufo experience so their innate healing capacity can be more easily activatedHow the cleaner you are, the more you trust, and the more you trust, the more deeply you can surrenderUsing a smaller “integration dose” after the main dose/s to empower and bring resilience to the psyche and nervous systemHow giving super high doses of medicine can be a sign that a facilitator feels they are “not enough”, which is picked up energetically by the client/sThe need for facilitators to be able to understand their own programming and hold space without their own issues interferingNatasja Pelgrom is a visionary leader and mystical mentor, she is the host of The Awaken Podcast and the founder of Awaken The Medicine Within, retreats and programs that support people with psycho-spiritual approaches since 2017. Natasja is a highly intuitive guide and has held training, assisting, and facilitation roles in over 800 psychedelic ceremonies. Natasja was a founding member of the Synthesis Institute and the director of the psilocybin-assisted Wellness retreats. As a key curator of retreat programs, she oversaw the retreat team development and training. She currently advises and supervises executives in the (psychedelic) wellness industry. Natasja is also a mentor to leaders, coaches, therapists, and/or space holders, where she focuses on the mind, and heart coherence to prosper in their Self-leadership. Natasja's multifaceted mentorship approach is paired with 20+ years of entrepreneurial experienceNatasja Pelgrom's Links & ResourcesWebsite ▶: https://natasjapelgrom.com/Website ▶: http://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/https://bethaweinstein.com/podcast/natasja-pelgrom-psychedelic-facilitation-women-awakening-the-medicine-within/

The Awaken Podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention of this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja is driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. A way to stand together embracing our diversity for a greater Eco-system.Meet in this episode Beth Weinstein, is a spiritual business coach, Beth Weinstein helps current and aspiring coaches, healers, Psychedelic Pioneers, and spiritual teachers align with your soul's path and grow your business so you can help more people, Share Your Unique Medicine, and have a thriving transformational business you love.Using her experience growing multiple businesses along with neuroscience-backed methodologies, spiritual teachings, over 30 years of experience working with entheogenic medicines, and practical business action plans, Beth offers a multi-dimensional approach to help you move past your blocks and grow your business in an impactful way that aligns with your Soul. She guides you in a simple step-by-step process using a balanced, co-creative approach combining practical business growth strategies together with spiritually-centered mindset reprogramming and leadership coaching.Beth is the host of "The Psychedelic Entrepreneur" podcast; host of the “Psychedelics, Sacred Medicines, Purpose and Business” annual summit; was co-creator of the "Music is Medicine" festival and "Urban Ceremony", produced together with musician East Forest.In this episode Beth discusses:What does leadership mean?How did psychedelics/plant medicines inform Beth's personal virtuesHow to integrate psychedelics into your transformational businessHow psychedelics aren't the sollution and end goalStepping into one truthStepping out into the world of personal development and psychedelics while understanding your triggersPsychedelic and other "Taboo" BusinessesMoney, Death, and Sexual abuse need to be spoken about and come to lightWhat will be needed or are future roles in the psychedelic spaceBook mentioned in this episode: The surrender experiment Website: https://bethaweinstein.com/Social Media handles:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethaweinsteinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BethWnycFacebook: www.facebook.com/Bethw.nycBusiness FB: www.facebook.com/BethWeinsteinbizHere are 2 free trainings for you:Integrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into A Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business3 Steps to Get Clients & Grow a Thriving Coaching, Healing or Purpose-Based Business You Love https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreats awakenthemedicinewithin.com Awaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and Community Get our 3-Day FREE trial 

The Awaken podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention of this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja is driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes the unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. A way to stand together embracing our diversity for a greater Sisterhood.Meet in this episode Stefana Bosse,  path has been guided by a sincere longing to be of service to life, and a continuous inquiry as to how to go about that. She spent her teenage years and early adult life working on socio-economic and political issues, initially with children in India, Brazil, Peru and England, then on deforestation and human rights issues in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Papua New Guinea. She obtained degrees from the University of Oxford, Sciences Po, and Columbia University, however her most important education came from the illness and death of her mother, and the discovery of psychedelic medicines. These experiences led her to directing a psilocybin-retreat programme and founding Alalaho.In this episode, Stefana discusses:Stefana's journey into servicing the psychedelic realm The body as medicineDeath as a catalyst and the relationship to psychedelicsSpiritual health as a key quality and healing needed in our societyUnderstanding spiritual work in psychedelic facilitation personal vs group workOur shared humanity and practices in retreat settingsThe qualities of feminine / masculine, yin/yang and our conditionsThe revival of the feminine (in both men and women); why both men and women (and other beings) suffer from the patriarchal repression of the feminineand the role of psychedelic medicines in all of thisConcerns about what is happening with all the scaling, with people becoming psychedelic space holders not having experience, What is Ethical  Psychedelic MarketingHow to support the psychedelic eco-system togetherChallenges in the psychedelic training realm What qualities does someone need to have to be a psychedelic facilitatorWhat are Alalaho retreats and program Website: Https://www.alalaho.orgSocial Media handles: @alalaho_  @stefana.bosseDream episode Natasja refers to an earlier episode with Dream Mullick on Death as Medicine, Sacred Plants Allies and the Creation of EntheowheelAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreatsawakenthemedicinewithin.com Awaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and CommunityGet our 3-Day FREE trial 

Meet Galitta Tassa grew up with strong tribal traditions and her own journey took her through European as an artist, voice sound healer, singer-songwriter, and a transformational coach who helps people who want to make a difference to find their authentic voice and inner power so they can lead their lives on their own terms and make a mark in the world.She is an inspiring force for creative expression and personal development.As a healer, Galitta is a certified practitioner of Theta Healing and Reconnective Healing and has practiced since 2000, Sound Healing and Shamanism. Galitta is an inspiring force in the world of artistic expression and personal development.Galitta's tribal heritage, prolific artistic range, and entrepreneurial drive led her to produce events, performances, and initiatives to inspire people to empower themselves using her Four Voices™ method which is based on Shamanic principles and creative arts.Galitta led hundreds of events and workshops in Europe, inspiring countless numbers of people to find their voice and live a conscious life.In this episode Galitta discusses:Our ancestors stories and journeys and how they influence our present life.Working with your lineage, and Galitta's Yemen and Cohen ancestorsHow to approach your ancestry if you do not agree with their stands and past actionsGuided shamanic practice on calling your ancestors till seven generations backJourney of stepping into your own medicineWorking with collective traumaThe Power of our voice to heal and empower usThe Journey to work with the Four Voices starts with our yin and yang, the inner and outer world.Why the creative and healing arts are so powerful and needed to raise our vibration and how. Our collective voice and our power to raise consciousness on the planet.Working with light language How our children are our teachersWebsite: galitta.comSocial Media handles:https://www.instagram.com/galittashealingarts/https://www.facebook.com/GalittaGoddessaAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreatsawakenthemedicinewithin.comAwaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and CommunityGet your 3-Day FREE trial One-on-One Mentorship program with Natasja Pelgrom

Meet Philip Carr-Gomm, who specializes in the field of psychology & spirituality, has led a Druid group for over 30 years, written a number of books, and trained in psychotherapy for adults, play therapy, and Montessori education. He currently contributes to the work of Dr. Rosalind Watts's ACER psychedelic integration project.In this episode Philip discusses:What Druidry is and the role of storytellingHow to bridge psychology and spirituality How psychedelics reinforced his connection to Buddism and DruidismDruidry for wellbeing and mental health supportThe benefits of a spiritual community for mental wellbeingInitiation Ceremonies, Archetypes, the language of Jung, and DruidismThe tree's as allies for Psychedelic Integration workHow to connect to DruidryHis next book, The Gift of the Night: Combining Sleep Science with Spirituality with insights from psychedelic therapyWebsite: https://philipcarr-gomm.com/Social Media handles:https://www.instagram.com/philipcarrgomm/https://www.facebook.com/philip.carrgommAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreatsawakenthemedicinewithin.comAwaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and CommunityGet your 3-Day FREE trial One-on-One Mentorship program with Natasja PelgromIn this episode we refer to the following:https://druidry.org/

Meet Susan Gash, during healing sessions, Susan invokes the Spirit Doctor Team, a rare entourage of healers, physicians, and shamans who once walked the earth plane. Together they facilitate a multidimensional journey during which participants are able to make personal healing requests, receive guidance from the Spirit Doctors, and awaken to their own innate gifts and cosmic heritage.As a dowser, Susan blends her highly developed intuitive base with precise technical skills to assist people with removing obstacles, raising energy levels, and reclaiming lost aspects of their soul's essence. Clients tend to leave Susan's sessions feeling deeply nourished, balanced, and ready to move on with life with a greater sense of clarity and confidence.In this episode, Susan discusses:What are Spirit doctorsWorking with the spirit worldWhat is dowsingHow to translate Spirit messagesWhen you take time to be with Spirit, Spirit is with youMultidimensional space of Spirit doctorsDreamwork and healing pathWhat are the main pillars of healing workHow to commit to your own intuitionThe 8 pillars of training with the Spirit DoctorsHonoring our ancestorsSeeds for our next cycles  Website: www.SpiritDoctorTeam.com www.SusanAndSven.comAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreatsawakenthemedicinewithin.com Awaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and CommunityGet your 3-Day FREE trial In this episode we refer to the following episode:Elizabeth Wood Episode 19 

The Awaken podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention of this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja is driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes the unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. A way to stand together embracing our diversity for a greater Sisterhood.Meet in this episode Dr. Regina U. Hess, she is a clinical psychologist from Germany and holds a joint Ph.D. in transpersonal psychology (USA/UK). She is a body-centered Gestalt psychotherapist, creative therapist, and transpersonal psychotherapist. She is the founder/director of the ASE World Forum – Ancient Wisdom meets Modern Science in Amsterdam, NL, with a focus on the therapeutic use of altered states of consciousness. She is faculty at international universities and transpersonal institutes. Dr. Regina U. Hess is on the Board of Directors of the European Transpersonal Association and the International Transpersonal Association. She is co-founder of the international Transpersonal Research Network, and of the EUROTAS Division of Transpersonal Research. She is a member of the Swiss Medical Association for Psycholytic Therapy and is in the Integration Team of the MIND European Foundation for Psychedelic Science.In this episode, Regina discusses:Feminine principles and balancing masculine/femininePsychedelics as a magnifier of inner workWhat are feminine principles and archetypesFeminine beyond gender identificationWhat is the feminine way forwardChaos and Death as feminine qualitiesTranscending the "good girl/boy" structuresThe work of Carl Jung and sacred unionDifferent approaches to psychedelic therapyTransgenerational with psilocybin Microdosing as a bridge into the sacredness of lifePsychedelic facilitators/guides on the riseCommunity and coming together with sacred medicinesWebpages: www.drreginahess.com, https://independent.academia.edu/DrReginaUHessSocial Media handles: Dr. Regina Hess InternationalAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreatsawakenthemedicinewithin.com Awaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and CommunityGet your 3-Day FREE trial 

The Awaken podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention of this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja is driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes the unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. A way to stand together embracing our diversity for a greater Sisterhood. Meet in this episode Dream Mullick, she is a writer, teacher, producer, death coach, and dreamer whose work focuses on the evolution of consciousness and a return to love. She curates programs that combine the world-views of ceremony and science with sacred plant medicines and psychedelics, including the exploration of death as a pathway to liberation. In her practices Dream explores the profound transformative power of death, grief, joy, and love. Her latest creation, Entheowheel, launched in collaboration with the Esalen Institute, focuses on the ceremony, science, and somatics of sacred plants and psychedelics.In this episode Dream discusses:Dreams personal relationship to and with DeathTo have a passion for death is to have a passion for livingPractices to embrace deathOur ancestor's storiesHow Ibogaine became her teaching allyDetaching from Identity and EgoLove is a non-dual stateExploring the sensitive nature of our childhoodBridging of worlds, of Science and CeremonyDreamwork as a toolPlant medicines and psychedelics The Entheowheel creation and containerWebsite: dreammullick.comSocial Media handles: @entheowheel, @dreammullickEntheowheel's Experiential Salon Series: The Ceremony and Science of PsilocybinWhether you're newly curious or interested in deepening your relationship with psilocybin mushrooms, we invite you to join us for the newest Entheowheel Live Stream Series...Live Conversation with Salon PanelistsLive Discussion & Healing Session with AudienceAncient Ceremonial PracticesPreparation & Integration ToolsEmbodiment TechniquesLatest Scientific InquiriesOur master teachers will provide guidance for integrating the wisdom of psilocybin mushrooms into your daily life. Each salon includes opportunities for you to participate in live discussion, experiential practices, and breakout rooms to connect with other participants in real-time.EXPLORE MORE AND GET TICKETS HEREInspiration Episode 16 Natasja with Laura Dawn on Psychedelic LeadershipRam Dass and East Forest "I Am Loving Awareness"Book Your Psilocybin Retreat Women Only Retreat - Towards Wholeness  awakenthemedicinewithin.com Awaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and CommunityAll you need for your daily practice, ritual, and spiritual growth.Three-day FREE access for you to explore!

Meet Aysen Farag is an Indigenous Medicine Woman of Amazigh, Jieng, and Kuku-Bari heritage. She has worked as a traditional herbalist and ceremonial leader for the last eight years and has continued to support the roots of indigenous values, honor, and customs as a teacher of ethnobotany and indigenous rights through African narratives of understanding. She knows well the plight of indigenous peoples around the world, and the sense of urgency there is to use their gifts and knowledge to bring healing to the Earth and its human and non-human kin. She has been working diligently to revive her ancestors' old traditions and languages, fighting for land reclamation, and recovering sacred ceremonies that were lost due to colonialism. In addition, she offers support, healing, and mentorship to others wanting to deepen into their own ancestral traditions, whether directly known to them or not. Aysen's greatest dream is to redefine the narratives of African Indigenous and Diasporic people with the beauty, wisdom, and grace that they deserve. She believes that the root of reclaiming one's power is through giving voice to one's deepest truth.Social Media handles: @lady_of_the_greenFacebook: Aysen Farag, Dreaming Roots - Indigenous Plant Medicine, Ceremony & RitesWebsite: www.dreamingroots.com (it is currently under construction)In this episode Aysen discusses:Divine timing and the meaning of her nameThe type difference of ancestors, biology, and soulWhat is ancestral workEthnobotany and plant medicine workCeremonial and ritual body practices to access ancestral workThe power of dreamworkWhat is the Tobacco ceremony and its healing potentialChallenged in Indigenous culturesMedicine songs are given through dreamworkRediscovering your own lineagesWhat is food sovereignty Learning and revitalizing indigenous languagesAwaken The Medicine Within - Retreatsawakenthemedicinewithin.com Awaken The Medicine Within - Membership, Courses, and CommunityGet your 3-Day FREE trial 

Here is the last episode of 2021, where Natasja Pelgrom the host of The Awaken podcast shares with you the many benefits of having a gratitude practice, including her own learnings from it. Being thankful means you accept yourself and where you are in the moment. It means you open yourself to the present experiences of life even when they are painful or difficult.As we launch this last episode of the year, it is with excitement and joy that we can also officially welcome you to Awaken The Medicine Within online membership, community, courses & retreat prep/integration program!Now shifting into 2022 with Strength, Soul Awareness, and continued Spiritual Alchemy, it's time for us to extend this invitation to you, as a loyal listener and supporter of this Podcast.When joining the membership and community platform TODAY you'll have direct access to ALL FOR FREE for one month, including the 21 DAYS OF GRATITUDE JOURNEY, a protocol created with rituals and practices to quick-start your gratitude practice.Direct access: Awaken The Medicine Within MembershipAwaken The Medicine Within Membership and Community is here to support you in living a sovereign life. As a member, each month you will have access to meditations, teachings,  rituals, healing tools, and workbooks, to help you remember your purpose, feel centered and live an aligned life.Also included is an invitation to attend a monthly live circle with Natasja and access to the supportive community of people who are devoted to building a new paradigm. Also, the place be the first to hear about new courses, collaborations, and sacred medicine immersions!More about Natasja PelgromAwaken The Medicine Within programs and retreats is founded by Natasja Pelgrom. She is a sacred medicine woman, mystic, devoted creative, and visionary whose life's work is to lead spiritual experiences that support others in their journey of healing and transformational growth. Throughout her professional development, Natasja maintained strong ties to her innate sense of spirituality, receiving sacred teachings from Native American and North European Shamanistic lineages.Natasja is a highly intuitive guide and has held training, assisting, and facilitation roles in over 800 psychedelic ceremonies. She has also advised and curated healing programs for other psychedelic wellness companies. Natasja continues to teach empowerment workshops and has developed a psychedelic integration and self-love program.HandlesInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/natasja_pelgrom/https://www.instagram.com/awaken_the_medicine_within/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/IAMnatasjapelgromhttps://www.facebook.com/ATMWRetreat http://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/ 

Meet Jasper Degenaars is the Chief Educational Officer of Fungi Academy and the co-founder of the Sacred Mycology Online School. The first fungi-focused online school that teaches individuals how to grow, and work with Sacred Mushrooms anywhere in the world. He has taught over 2000 people how to successfully grow all kinds of mushrooms. Born and raised in the Netherlands he knows the potential of a legal psychedelic landscape where the cultivation and consumption of Psychoactive substances are not punished by law. He believes that Sacred Mushrooms have the potential to deepen our connection with nature, ourselves, and our communities.Website: fungiacademy.comSocial Media handles:@fungiacademy@fungi.academy@jasperiussIn this episode Jasper discusses: Living in a society that doesn't resonate with personal viewsPsychotropic mushrooms guidance Understanding the structure of myceliumPsychedelics accessibility and the downside of a non-diverse influence into the research and medical spacePsychedelics and safety usagesThe narrative of a 'bad trip' and the chemical studies debunking 'optimal' waysOur birthright to experience nature and explore our consciousnessMaking your own compoundsWorking with mushrooms bring you into the hearth and 'We'Tribalism, community, and group containersDifferent approaches to the ceremony and experiencing these psychedelic mushroomsRites of passages needed in our societyCultivating a symbiotic relationship with the inner and external realmsSPECIAL OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!We are partnering up with the team over at @FungiAcademy, in support of their vision to connect a global community to empower the growing and sharing of fungal wisdom.

Meet Sara Barbosa is an anthropologist and apprentice of midwifery and traditional medicine with Ramiro Romero and grandmother Naco 9 years ago. She is co-founder of the Bachué Women Foundation, dedicated to the safeguard and accompaniment of traditional indigenous knowledge of medicine and midwifery, especially in Muysqua territory in the Cundiboyacense highlands in Colombia. During the pandemic, Sara and Ramiro decided to take a necessary next step in the territory, starting Origenes Salud IPS as the first model of ecological and intercultural medicine services, dedicated to the mental and sexual health of women. Our basis is in Indigenous thought and is based on the matrix of accompaniment of Mhuysca midwifery and medicine. Our work and process built bridges between the wisdom of traditional midwifery and ethnopsychiatry with Western medicine to improve the quality and access in Colombia to women's mental and sexual health.In this episode Sara Barbosa discusses:Pregnancy as a vehicle of transformation What is traditional Colombian midwiferyThe Muysqua tradition and the guardians of the highlands The introduction of Muysqua medicine elders, Grandmother Naco and her Son Ramiro The master plants of the Muysqua; Tabacco, Yopo, Coca, and TijiquiMidwifery and entheogenic relationshipThe four cycles of the feminine and the relationship with psychedelicsSacred technology and uniqueness of oneself.Your own story and honoring the proper place of youThe story of life, death, and midwiferyMidwives are the ultimate managers of loversSexual and mental health are intertwinedHow to discover your sacred geography and how it relates to your practice.Website:  www.fundacionmujeresbachue.org www.origenesips.comSocial Media handles:https://www.instagram.com/mujeresbachue/https://www.instagram.com/origenessaludips/If you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitude. The practices of generosity and gratitude are considered foundations on which to build a good life in many of the world's wisdom traditions. The practice of giving is universally recognized as one of the most basic human virtues, a quality that testifies to the depth of one's humanity. We, therefore, hope to inspire those that can step into the act of contribution and donate towards our scholarship initiative. For those that want to apply for Financial Assistance or want to become a Volunteering Ally please read here.

Meet HiRa HosenHira Hosèn is a zen Buddhist nun, living, practicing, and teaching spirituality and meditation.  For many years she resided and co-operated a Zen Temple located in the mountains of the South of France with her loving husband Loïc, together raising their young daughter, Mahatma.Hira means ‘diamond' and ‘thunderbolt in Sanskrit, the name which was given during a ritual performed in India in 1998.  Hira received an MSc in Engineering and Industrial Management at the University of Technology Eindhoven, in Holland in 2004.  That same year she received the zen ordination of Bodhisattva.  HoSen was the name she received during her Zen Nun Ordination in Spain in 2007 meaning ‘source of the jewel'.Hira believes that through the practice of methods taught in the ‘Awakening the Illuminated Heart workshops, people have the opportunity to greatly deepen their path of awakening to their true nature. She is honored and excited to share these teachings of ascension with you.Like many other Lightworkers of our time, Hira is here to catalyze the great shift of mass Ascension on Earth.  Becoming an Awakening the Illuminated Heart teacher and representing the ‘School of Remembering'of Drunvalo Melchizedek fills her heart with boundless joy and the deepest gratitude. It is her gift to share with you this spiritual technology that will allow you to own the tools to connect to the light and love of all creation.HiRa is here to co-create a New Earth Now experience: a timeline and reality completely filled with high-frequency co-creations only. Feel free to connect to HiRa directly for private sessions, online RIDE YOUR LOTUS© classes, BLACK DIAMOND TANTRA©, and ‘Awakening the Illuminated Heart®' workshops.In this episode, HiRa Hosen discusses:The ascension journey until todayWhat is ascension being awareness The Mystery School of Drunvalo MelchizedekThe masculine and feminine structure of ascensionThe ancient teachings of tantra and dropping into what isWhat is Black Diamond Tantra workThe new healing energies that are available nowThe light language and the new codingThe activation of the 12 strand DNA & RNALive Light Code Activation MeditationThe old paradigm and how not to feed into it and stopping the co-creationWhat is sacred anger, sovereign power without compromise, and conformingHow to stay in the challenge New Earth, how to live and feel itThe Ultra Light energy now available to humanity SPECIAL ACTIVATION MEDITATION:HiRa guides us through a DNA activation 30min into the conversation.Inspiration:The School of Remembering Jamye Price Light LanguageTantrayanaHiRa's Website:Social Media handles:Youtube Telegram InstagramFacebook If you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. 

Meet Daniel ‘Sitaram Das' Shankin, he is the founder of Mt. Tam Psychedelic Integration, an organization serving individuals who are exploring their consciousness for transformational evolution within a supportive community. He offers one of one integration coaching, and his clients describe his work as profound yet casual, both humorous and reverent.After a deep and intense awakening experience in 1998, Daniel dove deep into his yoga and meditation practice to stabilize his realization in his body and the world. He began teaching in 2002 and took over leadership of his neighborhood yoga studio in 2004. As a yoga and meditation teacher for over 20 years, Daniel has dedicated his life to the cultivation of clarity, resilience, and heart. He uses tools from a wide variety of traditions to help his clients to develop powerful personal practices for psychedelic preparation and integration. In this episode Daniel Shankin discusses:Daniels journey with meditation and psychedelics The gifts of active listening and body awarenessPsychedelic integration and what are the vital pillars of healing From depression/anxiety moving toward connection, empathy, and compassion with the work of psychedelics and plant medicinesHow meditation supports your psychedelic journey and meaning-makingHow a deep practice help through challenging journeysWhen a sense of humor helps your self-realization Letting go of the body armor with laughter, how it promotes release and change in vibrationHow and why psilocybin summit is createdExplore the change in topics over the years and whyThe rise of women's work, womb work, moon cycles, and birth with psychedelicsThe work is changing Self-hatred moving into gentleness Practice being cool and giving yourself permission to relax https://tamintegration.comSocial Media handles: tamintegration What to join the Psilocybin Summit 16-20th of September, use my coupon link or code Awaken https://2021.psilocybinsummit.com/tickets/?coupon=awakenInspirationWe also mention episode 7 with Jessica Grotfeld on Healing with Psilocybin Mushrooms and Transformative Woman's Work.If you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitude. The practices of generosity and gratitude are considered foundations on which to build a good life in many of the world's wisdom traditions. We, therefore, hope to inspire those that can to step into the act of contribution and donate towards our scholarship initiative. For those that want to apply to one of our retreats and is in need of Financial Assistance or you want to become a Volunteering Ally please read here.Subscribe HERE and receive a free 30 min Alignment Meditation, and get updates on retreats, programs, and free content. http://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/

Guided Meditation for Connecting with Your Purpose - North Star Meditation W/ Natasja PelgromThis guided meditation will inspire and support you on the journey of stepping into your soul purpose and sharing your sacred gifts, talents, and wisdom in the world, during these times when your light is so needed.So connecting to the North Star is as if you are connecting to your purpose so it can help you make informed decisions. Be content with your progress, knowing that you're one step closer to your mission…Over time you may find that your north star will evolve as you evolve. That's completely fine. You may experience something that pushes you in a different direction.So, what's your north star?Is it being the best parent you can be?Is it providing fresh water to the world?Is it empowering children?Is it living a simple life?And if you don't know just at this moment it's okay, let me support you with this guided visualization meditation where you will be putting it out in the universe, it could be the thing you need to kickstart your journey.May this meditation uplift your heart and spirit today, and remind you how beautiful you are and how much your love is medicine for this world.Want to receive more content and stay informed, please join our community hereDid you know that Awaken The Medicine Within isn't just a 5-day Psilocybin or Toad medicine retreat? We provide an extended 5-week virtual program for preparation & integration!If you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitude. The practices of generosity and gratitude are considered foundations on which to build a good life in many of the world's wisdom traditions. We, therefore, hope to inspire those that can to step into the act of contribution and donate towards our scholarship initiative. For those that want to apply to one of our retreats and is in need of Financial Assistance or you want to become a Volunteering Ally please read here.Subscribe HERE and receive a free 30 min Alignment Meditation, and get updates on retreats, programs, and free content. www.awakenthemedicinewithin.com

Meet Karena Thompson, Tian Daphne, Jessika Lagarde in Women in Psychedelics series.The Awaken podcast special series, Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.The intention for this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. Natasja driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes the unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. Welcome to the very first Round Table Talk!FungiAcademy Karena ThompsonDirector of Communications at FungiAcademy Karena has been a wellness blogger and influencer for over a decade. Her passion for wellness started at a young age when her parents grew ill due to poor lifestyle choices. When Instragram first released she jumped on board and decided to take the influencer route. She focused her time and energy into using this platform to spread positive and informative wellness tips as well as bring up taboo topics such as psychedelics and sexuality. She turned this passion into a career becoming 200hr+ Yoga Teacher, a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Women's Health Coach in 2016. As medicinal mushrooms became more popular online, she has started to incorporate fungi into her practices and teachings, helping demystify and spread the magic of mushrooms.Instagram: @karenaabeana and @FungiAcademyhttps://fungiacademy.com/ WOOP (Women On Psychedelics)Jessika LagardeCo-founder of WOOP, Jessika is a multi-ethnic woman, born and raised in Brazil. She is a storyteller, adventure seeker, and Earth/Climate activist currently living in The Netherlands. Her personal experience with psychedelics and her family history connected to the War on Drugs in her home country are the drivers of her work with WOOP. Women On Psychedelics is aneducational platform made by women - and for women - to normalize and destigmatize the talk around psychedelics, drug use and women's mental health.Her personal healing work with psychedelics have made her more aware not only of the crisis of our planet but also of the mental crisis humanity is in. All of her work is informed in taking action in a way that serves the Earth and our human collective, in hopes of mobilizing inner healing towards outer action.Instagram:@theglobalpathsTian DaphneCo-founder of WOOP, Tian is an avid explorer of the world and human consciousness who loves to ponder the nature of reality. Serendipitous encounters brought her into the incredible world of fungi and plant medicines, initiating a journey of discovery, learning and deep healing. This ignited a passion to share the emerging research, and to help amplify the voices of women in this field.@womenonpsychedelics  www.womenonpsychedelics.orgInspiration:JM BalbuenaAuthor, The Successful Canna-preneurwww.thesuccessfulcannapreneur.comIf you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitude. The practices of generosity and gratitude are considered foundations on which to build a good life in many of the world's wisdom traditions. We, therefore, hope to inspire those that can to step into the act of contribution and

Meet Elizabeth Wood.Considered an advanced seer, Elizabeth Wood works on the cutting edge of galactic and quantum anthropology, trauma healing, and futurism. With her lifelong ability to see into and work with all dimensions, her theoretical and psychic work has helped people all over the world. Called “Living Library and Oracle”, Elizabeth has spent her whole life studying anthropological theory, quantum physics, ancient and modern medicine. She has two science degrees, including a Masters in Applied Anthropology. Her philosophies and practices bridge science and spirituality to support real change in the world.In this episode, Elizabeth Wood discusses:What are the visible changes in the patriarchal system in the last decade The rise of galactic consciousnessIn 2017 the matrix shifted into formlessnessThe  Earth's AscensionWhat does it mean to be a Seer & a ScientistHow to walk in the middle of polarityWhat is Discernment, and TruthWhat is the difference between Soul and PersonalityThe energy that distorts Love is FearWhat is a community in a fluid paradigm How to allow isolation, attachment, and emptiness to be presentHow to be your own SeerFrom psychic, and empath embracing your own living libraryHow being an Oracle and navigating 12 DimensionsHow empaths can be more grounded during challenging times and connected directly to SourceWhat is Freedom and being of ServiceInspiration:In this episode, we speak about Lucia Rene and her book Unplugging from the Patriarchy Handles:https://www.seerandscientist.com/If you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitude. The practices of generosity and gratitude are considered foundations on which to build a good life in many of the world's wisdom traditions. We, therefore, hope to inspire those that can to step into the act of contribution and donate towards our scholarship initiative. For those that want to apply to one of our retreats and is in need of Financial Assistance or you want to become a Volunteering Ally please read here.Subscribe HERE and receive a free 30 min Alignment Meditation, and get updates on retreats, programs, and free content. http://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/

Meet Isra Garcia. Welcome to this very exclusive episode where Isra shares his very last interview and public appearance before going 100% offline. He will be unplugging from all attachment, identity, connections, and performances for an indefinite time, he calls it 'The Great Victory'. Listen here why and how!Isra is a best-selling Author in Amazon. Holistic High-Performance trainer. Marketer. Consultant. Speaker. Author. Educator. Digital Business. Blogger. Podcaster. Entrepreneur. Let's illustrate it in figures: 9 books published, 4.300 people trained, 71 clients, 62 businesses advised, 439 speakings, 5.010 articles published, 42 projects launched, 538 lectures/workshops, 7 companies, 22 adventures, 47 lifestyle experiments, 174 podcasts episodes, but most importantly ∞ fails. So far. Isra is in forward motion. He is obsessed with performing every day beyond his peak and pushing others to do the same.Isra Garcia is considered one of the youngest leading experts on human potential and peak performance, specializing in impact marketing, disruption, unstoppable attitude, and experimental lifestyle.In this episode, Isra Garcia discusses:His personal journey, against all oddsFrom limiting beliefs to fuel to excelFollowing your principles and values  The cost of not trying is higher than actually doing itNot only thinking outside the box but being outside itHow to use challenges as leverage for growthAcknowledging your biggest fear is the path through the darknessHow to deal with rejection and abandonment Exploring your biggest challenge and your last attachmentWhat is fearless livingHow to prepare for hard times in lifeHis ultimate challenge, The Great VictoryUnplugging 100% of all attachment, and identity The questions we all should ask ourselvesWhat is true freedom and how can you attain itHandles: isragarcia.com Podcast: http://disrupt-everything.isragarcia.esHolistic high-performance training programs 1:1 https://isragarcia.com/projects/holistic-high-performance-training-programSocial Media handles:@isragarcia - instagram.@Israel_Garcia - twitterIsra Garcia - youtubeIsra Garcia - LinkedInFind Isra's book hereTrue happiness is to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future, not to amuse ourselves with either hopes or fears but to rest satisfied with what we have, which is sufficient, for he that is so, wants nothing.  - Seneca In this episode, talk about:Disrupt Everything with Isra Garcia interviewing Natasja PelgromAppleSpotifyThe Awaken Podcast w/ Lex Empress on the gift of Vision, Transformation and SoulsongAppleSpotifyIf you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitud

Meet Nate James .Nate is no stranger to the music and entertainment industry. In his career, he has released two solo albums, collaborated with superstars like Aretha Franklin, Norah Jones, and Chaka Khan, written songs for Lemar, Craig David, and Blue, AND been nominated for three MOBO Awards.Nate James has joint UK/US citizenship as he was born on a U. S. Air Force base in England to an American father and English mother. As a recognized songwriter, he was signed by Universal Publishing in 2004, prior to him releasing any material as a performer. Unlike many young artists, he did not sign away the copyright in his recordings in the fast pursuit of fame. He owns his own music videos and does his own A&R, Nate released on his own Frofunk imprint via various deals with Independent Labels around the world. In so doing Nate has become one of the most successful independent soul recording artists globally. James sold over 1,000,000 albums and enjoyed sizable airplay hits across mainland Europe and Japan. He made an appearance on The Voice UK in 2013.In this episode Nate James discusses:Influence of Motown and R&B growing upHow the pandemic has affected his career, life, and relationships The Golden threat of a challenging yearHow going from a successful, popular entertainer to working in a supermarketComing Out is a Journey, Not a Destination, Finding the LGBTQIA tribeCreative expression of his coming out, releasing a song "In My Skin"Examining racial stereotypes in the entertainment industry Inspiration from trailblazing and not following trendMusic is storytellingSelf-care during challenges and disappointmentsHow energy work such as Reiki has helped his (mental) health We all need time-out and continued educationListen to 'In My Skin'  here as referred to in this episode, being his coming out song.Check Nate's latest single release, May 14th, 2021, here " Chasing The Sun.Chasing The Sun (Official Video)Nate James Handles:Insta: @thenatejames and whatsnateycookinTwitter @nate_ _ jamesFacebook Www.facebook.com/natejamesofficialYoutube: Nate JamesYou can follow him here on SpotifyMentioned in the opening:Alignment Coaching Journey here 

Meet Laura Dawn in Women in Psychedelics series.She is the host of The Psychedelic Leadership Podcast, Laura Dawn is a microdosing mentor for executives and has been leading transformational retreats for over 10 years. Through her signature programs and retreats, Laura Dawn weaves together science with wisdom to teach business and thought-leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators how to mindfully explore psychedelics and sacred plant medicines as powerful visionary tools for inner transformation and creative manifestation. Through mindset and somatic coaching, she inspires people to truly expand the boundaries of what they believe is possible and embark on the path of heart-centered leadership to influence meaningful change.Laura Dawn has a degree in Finance and Entrepreneurship and over two decades of exploring altered states of consciousness. Currently, she is completing a Masters in Science specializing in Creativity Studies & Change Leadership, exploring the intersection between psychedelics and creative problem-solving to help corporate teams unlock innovative solutions to the complex challenges we face."The Awaken podcast special series:Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.My intention for this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. I am driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This series to me is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes the unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. In this episode, Laura Dawn discusses:The transformation and healing through pain and addictionDharma, the nature of reality regarded as a universal truthWhat it means to be a visionary As leaders, we need to set ourselves up for accountabilityWhat is a module for a visionary leader?What is psychedelic leadership?What do the plants teach us in on our path of ElderhoodYour personal relationship with the medicine of the plantsRoadmap of becoming a BodhisattvaClaiming space within the psychedelic gold rushShamanism as a way to become a heart-centered leader Shadow with the Psychedelic movementHow do we hold a nuance of growthMicrodosing Mastermind How to breakthrough the glass ceiling Laura's Handles:The Psychedelic Leadership Podcast LiveFreeLauraD.com Connect on Instagram If you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitude. The practices of generosity and gratitude are considered foundations on which to build a good life in many of the world's wisdom traditions. We, therefore, hope to inspire those that can to step into the act of contribution and donate towards our scholarship initiative. For those that want to apply to one of our retreats and is in need of Financial Assistance or you want to become a Volunteering Ally please read here.Subscribe HERE and receive a free 30 min Alignment M

Meet Maria Papaspyrou in Women in Psychedelics series. She is an integrative psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and systemic constellations facilitator based in Brighton, UK. She is the co-founder and co-director of the Institute of Psychedelic Therapy, supporting the development of a psychedelic-aware psychotherapeutic community. She has co-edited Psychedelic Mysteries of the Feminine, and Psychedelics & Psychotherapy: The Healing Potential of Expanded States (due for publication in September 2021).The Awaken podcast special series:Women in Psychedelics is a podcast series that does an amazing job of telling the stories of fascinating women who are currently making an impact within the psychedelic and plant healing movement.My intention for this series is to further amplify female voices within this space. I am driven by bringing to the forefront untold stories, exclusive content, and inspiration. This series to me is about offering and celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and sometimes the unseen achievements of women in this psychedelic renaissance. In this episode, Maria Papaspyrou discusses:Book: Psychedelic Mysteries of the FeminineMeaning of Femtheogenic, Archetypal Energies of RegenerationHow are the Feminine qualities being suppressed in our Western Mindset and social behavior?The suppression of the Patriarchal system and the heavy shadow towards anything that threatens its structures.In that collective shadow, the feminine and her potential reside. How can we make this more conscious and bring it out of the shadows?Shadow work and the golden shadowHow to understand your own part/contribution to the patriarchal structure?How to explore your awareness, reflections, and meaning-making?How to do shadow work and when is the good timeAnima Mundi and our communication to world SoulPsychedelic integration what is it and why is it importantIntegration in the new paradigmPsychedelics and community contributionInstitute of Psychedelic training and why she and Tim Read created a two-year programMaria's Handles:Website: towardswholeness.co.ukInstagram: towardswholenessconstellations/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PapaspyrouMariaInspiration:In this podcast episode with Maria, we refer to an earlier episode with Dr. Tim Read about The Deep Psyche & Psychedelics, Spiritual Emergency, and the Dark Feminine. Listen here: SpotifyAppleNEW Book: https://www.innertraditions.com/books/psychedelics-and-psychotherap instituteofpsychedelictherapy.org If you appreciate our time, efforts, and offers, please feel free to donate to the scholarship program of Awaken The Medicine Within Retreat & Program. We believe in the Practices of Generosity and Gratitude. The practices of generosity and gratitude are considered foundations on which to build a good life in many of the world's wisdom traditions. We, therefore, hope to inspire those that can to step into the act of contribution and donate towards our scholarship

Meet Belinda Gore Ph.D.Teacher, Psychologist, Coach, Artist, Author, And Speaker As a psychologist with graduate degrees in counseling psychology and in public administration, Belinda's career has covered a private practice in psychotherapy, working as a leadership consultant, and teaching executive and life coaching.  When she met anthropologist Felicitas Goodman in 1984, she was introduced to the artwork and religious worldview of indigenous people around the world.  Through Dr. Felicitas Goodman's student, friend, and colleague; she learned to use ritual ancient postures from that art to restore a fundamental human capacity for experiencing the invisible world of spirit.  For many years she served as Vice-President, then President, of the Cuyamungue Institute, founded by Dr. Goodman. Her books, Ancient Ritual Postures (2FriendsPress, 2020), The Ecstatic Experience: Healing Postures for Spirit Journeys (Bear & Company, 2009), and Ecstatic Body Postures: An Alternate Reality Workbook (Bear & Company, 1995) are essential materials for learning the practice of ritual postures.  They are the foundation for the workshops she has been teaching internationally for the past 30 years. The books have been translated into German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Polish. Her study of Jungian psychology began in college and she became a member of the Jung Association of Central Ohio from its inception in 1990.  For decades she taught dreamwork, as professional education for psychotherapists and general techniques for the general public.  Dreamwork was the basis for early exploration in expressive arts with an emphasis on collage as well as mask-making and dance.Currently, she teaches coaching based on the Enneagram system of personality typology and spiritual development while continuing to explore various process media as an artist and write about ritual postures, the Enneagram, and the spiritual journey.In this episode, Belinda Gore discusses:Her teacher Dr. Felicita's Goodman was an American linguist, an anthropologist who researched and explored ritual body postures for many years. The evolution of the sacred healing posturesThe different states of consciousness Howe to perceive the non-ordinary states of consciousness naturallyWhat is dreamwork and how to expand pathways in the brain to perceive the invisible world?The ancient practices of ecstatic posturesBelinda's first experience with the ecstatic healing posturesThe ritual aspect of preparation for an expanded awareness Divination with healing postures oracle cardsThe difference in the posture types, ritual, healing, and initiationWhat is healing and how can we use the postures to bring balance in the mind, body, and spirit?Is the current use of the ancient healing postures co-opting the traditions?Ancestor work, spirit connection, and the ongoing learning relationshipBelinda's learning through Jung, dreamwork, and Enneagram coachingBelinda's Handles:https://belindagore.comAncient Ritual Postures Oracle Cards & BookInstagram: @belinda_gore_ritual_posturesInspiration:1. Awaken The Medicine Within Retreats2. Peter Russell Writer3. Micheal Harner, Founder of the Foundation for Shamanic&n

Meet Angela RuizAngela was born in Southern California, but her soul accompanies her roots in Mexico. She is 1st generation in the U.S on her dad's side and 2nd generation on her mom's side. At nine years old, she began to write and never really stopped. she aims to write beautiful stories that will open up minds and expand worlds, including her own. She is the author of her newly published non-fiction memoir: WHERE SILENCE ENDS. Stories from a Mexican-American, mother-daughter duo, take you on their chillingly beautiful, family journey of generational trauma and healing.In this episode, Angela Ruiz discusses:What is generational trauma and what steps are needed to healStorytelling as a form of healing traumaThe taboo around anger and emotional expressionMarianismo being the opposite of Machismo The expectation of how women should be in Latin culturesWhat process do you encounter when family secrets and trauma gets exposed?What emotions do enablers and predators experience once trauma gets exposed?What modalities support the healing of generational trauma?The influence of plant medicines and psychedelics in a healing journeyHow forgiveness has become your biggest giftHow our ancestors show up in sacred plant ceremonies when undergoing generational healingHow to positively impact the next generations WhereSilenceEnds.comSocial Media handles:https://www.instagram.com/letterevolution/https://www.facebook.com/LETTEREVOLUTION/https://twitter.com/LetteRevolutionAwaken The Medicine Within Retreatshttp://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/

Meet Stacey GriffinStacey is the founder of Shift, and is a certified sound therapist and meditation teacher based in Amsterdam but originally from Canada. An innovator in the field of sound healing, she's brought her integrative approach to thousands around the world. From leading conferences and festivals such as SXSW and Wanderlust to corporations such as Calvin Klein & Mercedes to museums and nightclubs; she believes in the power of sound to heal and transform. She's also an artist and advocate for bringing sound as medicine into the mainstream.Her journey with sound started as a young child in Canada, playing guitar and saxophone, and later fully immersing herself in the underground techno scene of Detroit. Along the way, she explored various energy healing modalities (Reik, Theta Healing) and learned to harness her high sensitivity and intuitive abilities.After more than 15 years working predominantly in the fashion industry, from Toronto to Tokyo, LA to NYC, Stacey was forced to slow down and find balance after suffering from burnout. Introduced to meditation in the late '90s while living in Japan, Stacey returned to the practice to earn her teaching certification in MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction). Stacey now calls Amsterdam home where she lives with her partner and two young children.For the past 6 years, she's been creating immersive sound experiences for healing and meditation in inspiring spaces. Her work has been featured in Happinez, Elle & Vogue.It's her belief in the power of sound, combined with her own personal transformation using sound and meditation that drives her to help others turn inward to improve their lives.In this episode, Stacey Griffin discusses:How working in fashion and entertainment created her burnoutBeing an Empath and not being able to contribute to a life that she wantedHow to cope as an empath in the fashion industryHow trauma can make you not feel safe to be in the body, and what practices she used to heal herselfHow does modern science look at sound and vibrationWhat is 4D and 8D multidimensional sound spaceWhat does a Sound Therapy  set & setting look likeHow can binaural beat, toning, humming, and our voice be used to balance and heal your bodyBalancing self-care, entrepreneurial endeavors, and family lifeThe challenges of Self-care and day-to-day tasks.How can you become a sound therapist yourself?You can find Stacey here: www.shiftmeditation.comInstagram FacebookOther:http://awakenthemedicinewithin.com/

Episode 11 with Alea Kay - Lex Empress Stay tuned to the end of this episode for a very special Soulsong gift from  Alea Kay - Lex Empress to us on piano Gilian Baracs. Lex Empress is an internationally renowned vocalist and a master of improvisation who acts as a bridge to connect people with their inner truth and empowers them to live their fullest potential.​ She has been an inspirer for nearly twenty years. Employing her intuitive voice work she mesmerizes enormous crowds; electronic music settings, intimate jazz performances, wherever you could name. Improvisation is, as it always has been her bff.She has now fine-tuned her improvisations to create transformation in the listener individually; so, for the entire audience. Her Soulsong concerts are sold out globally and her retreats are amazing medicine for everyone attending.In 2020 she launched her Mother Of Pearl online 5-week transformative program.Check out her M.O.P. introduction video here. In June  2021 Soulsong Retreat and Awaken the Medicine Within will launch a collaborative six-day deep dive into you! For inquiries connect here with us. Alea Kay - Lex Empress handles:www.aleakay.comInstagramFacebookIn this episode, we refer to two other podcasts from :Tricia Eastman on Iboga, 5Meo-DMT & Creation of a New Retreat Center Lorraine Glatigny on Amazonian Sacred Teachings, Ayahuasca and Dietas

Episode 10 with Alexander Beiner Alexander is a writer, facilitator, and cultural commentator. In 2012, he co-founded a meditation school, Open Meditation. He has also worked in some of the world's top events agencies developing immersive live experiences. He is one of the organizers of Breaking Convention, Europe's largest conference on psychedelic science and culture. His work on psychedelic theory has been published in the 2016 book 'Neurotransmissions', as well as ‘The Guardian'. He also writes fiction and plays traditional Irish music.Alexander leads on Rebel Wisdom's written content and live events and is particularly focused on finding new ways of having in-person conversations around the most essential and challenging ideas. Rebel Wisdom's life experiences are designed to engage more than just the intellect; they are places where the ideas explored in our films can be integrated so that they can be lived out in the real world. In this episode, Alexander Beiner discusses:His Why of The start of Rebel Wisdom Finding truth and meaningMen's Work, the masculine essence and the cultural shameInitiation and transitioning of life as a basic human needThe Hero's Journey as a basis for men's-work and healing the father wound Psychedelics healing as an initiationPsychedelic capitalism, and the new gold rushThe questionable interest in patenting PsychedelicsHow to educate patent makers and what are patent trolls?What is psychedelic sensemaking?How can psychedelic sensemaking become a roadmap for the meaning-making of life? How wisdom tradition are sophisticated models for understanding self and meaning-makingThe current dominant usage of psychedelics is Wellness & TreatmentWhat is the gift of COVID-19 as a personal growth journeyHandles:https://rebelwisdom.co.uk/abouthttps://alexander-beiner.medium.com/Inspiration:John Vervaeke - Awakening from the Meaning CrisisTyson Yunkaporta - Sand Talk Mankind Project