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Justin Townsend of MycoMeditations retreat center in Jamaica discusses psilocybin-induced psychotic states and how to respond to them. In particular, how to differentiate between what he calls a "normal psychotomimetic response" and a psychotic episode; and how knowing the difference is important in supporting people undergoing these experiences, safely. ...   This is a clip from 'The Business and Practice of Psilocybin Therapy in Jamaica | Justin Townsend' ~ ATTMind Podcast 170 Watch in Video here: https://youtu.be/ILzqSf2YcKg Full Episode and show notes here: https://bit.ly/ATTMind170      SUPPORT THE PODCAST  Become a member of my Patreon: https://patreon.com/jameswjesso Toss me a tip on PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=383635S3BKJVS Toss my a Tip on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/jameswjesso Buy some merchandise:  https://www.jameswjesso.com/shop More Options: https://www.jameswjesso.com/support Newsletter:  https://www.jameswjesso.com/newsletter Telegram Channel:  https://t.me/jameswjesso

With a master in depth psychology, Simon Yugler is an internationally experienced psychedelic therapist, educator, and the author of the book, Psychedelics & the Soul: A Mythic Guide to Psychedelic Healing, Depth Psychology, and Cultural Repair. He has taught for five psychedelic facilitator training programs including Naropa University and Inner Trek. Simon draws on his diverse experience learning from Indigenous cultures, including the Shipibo ayahuasca tradition and the Native American Church. For a year-and-a-half, he routinely served as a retreat leader with MycoMeditations, a leading psilocybin therapy retreat center in Jamaica. Prior to becoming a therapist, he served as an experiential educator and guide, leading immersive study-abroad journeys for young adults across 10 countries. Based on the land now called Portland, Oregon, Simon is passionate about helping his clients navigate the liminal wilds of the soul.Episode Highlights▶ The “psychedelic residency” Simon experienced in Jamaica and how he made psychedelics his career▶ What differentiates depth psychology from other fields of psychology and how it makes room for psychedelics ▶ Simon's book and how it can be used by people who are on a healing journey or looking to explore the human consciousness ▶ The concept of cultural repair and how psychedelics are uniquely poised to address these issues▶ The role of psychedelics in our society now and where they are headed in the future ▶ A dive into what is true and what isn't while experiencing plant medicine and how to truly understand what is unfolding▶ How Simon helps people learn from psychedelic medicine through retreats ▶ The deep work and experience it takes to become a psychedelic therapist or facilitator and the danger of people trying to do it too soon ▶ What to do if you want to get involved in the psychedelic industry but don't have a lot of experience with it▶ The archetype of the trickster and how psychedelics are most closely aligned with itSimon Yuglers Links & Resources▶ Website: https://simonyugler.com/▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/depth_medicine/▶ Substack: https://simonyugler.substack.com/ Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into a Transformational Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ The True Path Entrepreneur Group Business Mastermind Program: https://bethaweinstein.com/mastermind▶ Beth's Other Programs & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Beth Weinstein's Instagram: http://instagram.com/bethaweinstein▶ Beth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethw.nychttps://www.facebook.com/BethWeinsteinbiz▶ Join Beth's FREE Psychedelics & Purpose Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PsychedelicsandSacredMedicines

In this heartfelt episode, host Jimmy Nguyen welcomes Justin Townsend, CEO and Head Facilitator at MycoMeditations. Together, they delve into the aftermath of a devastating hurricane that recently struck Jamaica, discussing the impact on local communities and the extensive relief efforts led by MycoMeditations. Townsend shares the organization's mission, its deep integration within the Great Bay village, and the remarkable resilience and unity displayed by the community in the face of disaster. Tune in to hear about the powerful role of community, the challenges of recovery, and how you can support the ongoing relief work.No mushroom source? No problem. Download our Free Psilocybin Sourcing Guide.Additional Resources:Contribute to MycoMeditations Fundraising EffortsMore Psychedelic Passage:Official WebsiteBook a ConsultationBlog PageYoutubeInstagram: @psychedelicpassage  Reddit: u/psychedelicpassageHave a burning topic in mind? Share your thoughts: Feedback & Topic Suggestions BoxAbout Us:Psychedelic Passage is the nation's first psychedelic concierge service. Our platform connects clients with a pre-vetted network of trusted, local facilitators across the country. We serve as an independent body that moderates the network of facilitators who all have their own private practice, which means we can advocate for you without a conflict of interest. Our comprehensive vetting process ensures each hand-selected facilitator serves journeyers with integrity. The goal is to inspire trust, confidence, and lasting change for each journeyer. To date, our network of guides has facilitated hundreds of safe and transformational journeys for people all across the United States. Visit our website or book a consultation to speak with a highly knowledgeable psychedelic concierge. They will get to know you and your situation and you'll have all your questions answered.Like, share, and follow to stay connected with our growing community of psychedelic-curious folks! 

Eric Osborne, co-founder of Sanctuary Sacred Mushroom Church, shares his story and experiences with mushrooms. He discusses his deep connection with nature from a young age and how he fell in love with psilocybin mushrooms. Osborne talks about the unpredictable nature of mushroom journeys and the importance of understanding the energetics of this work. He also shares some unusual and paranormal experiences he has witnessed during psychedelic sessions. Osborne reflects on the significance of Kentucky as a space for psychedelic exploration and his intentions for the future. Eric Osborne's intentions with his mushroom work and podcast are to wake people up to their own power and spiritual potential. He sees humans as quantum processors, constantly assimilating and transmuting information. Osborne believes that we have the ability to use focused perception to direct energy and create our reality. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude and appreciates the richness of existence and the stability of his family. Osborne is creating Sanctuary, a platform that empowers others and provides low-cost access to spiritual practitioners. He is also evolving his podcast, Silas Seven, into a series of chapters on various topics.

The science increasingly points to a very positive link between (responsibly and professionally administered) psilocybin - or 'magic mushrooms' - and mental health. After reading American-Iranian comedian, writer, and actor Negin Farsad's experience on a Jamaican psychedelic retreat, written for AFAR, I talked to both Negin, and CEO/Head-facilitator of Mycomeditations, Justin Townsend about psychedelics, mental health, and creativity. This is a warm, deep, intriguing insight into the world of fungi and the human experience, which touches upon Jungian depth psychology, the default mode network, and the things that hold us back from our optimal creativity. As ever the show is supported by founding sponsor Illustration X: https://illustrationx.com and the Ukrainian Institute. You can help a wonderful organisation by supporting the Ukrainian creative community as they struggle to keep making during the horrific war: https://ui.org.ua/ http://neginfarsad.com/ https://www.instagram.com/neginfarsad/ https://www.mycomeditations.com/

Are you curious about psychedelic retreats? Join us for an insider's perspective with Justin Townsend, CEO of MycoMeditations, the oldest and largest psilocybin mushroom therapeutic retreat center in Jamaica. We discuss the process of safety screening, and the potential of using psychedelics to overcome trauma, ease depression, and reconnect with our authentic selves.  Justin shares his personal journey, from tech startups, to the European psychedelic underground, to learning and teaching breathwork and meditation, and then joining MycoMeditations in Jamaica.  Having facilitated thousands of healing journeys, he shares how these retreats can provide unique insights into our individual and collective human condition. We probe the metaphysics of consciousness and healing and examine how psychedelics can influence belief and faith, which can alter our physiology and bring greater understanding and meaning to our lives.   As we conclude our conversation, we reflect on Carl Jung's concept of Individuation and Integration, and the transformative stories of guests at MycoMeditations. We discuss life and work in Jamaica, and highlight the importance of surrender and authenticity. We invite you to immerse yourself in this captivating world of psychedelic therapy – a world that promises to challenge, inspire, and transform.Caution: DON'T CONSUME PSYCHELICS WITHOUT CONSULTING YOUR PERSONAL TRUSTED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL.Timestamps0:17 Exploring Psychedelics13:32 Psilocybin Retreats and Group Therapy25:49 Background and Path to Psychedelics40:59 Psychedelics, Mystical Experiences, and Therapeutic Potential42:15 Roland Griffith's 3 Mediators of Psychedelic Experience49:55 Bad Trips vs Healing Journeys53:35 Therapeutic Healing and Transcending Rationality1:02:16 Approaches to Trauma and Memory1:05:26 Parental Fantasy Bond Trauma1:13:49 Exploring Consciousness and Metaphysical Perspectives1:21:55 Meaning of Life Questions1:29:59 Carl Jung's Individuation and Integrating Your Shadow1:32:33 Life In Jamaica1:39:40 Legacy and Authenticity in Psychedelic Healing1:45:19 The Concept of Letting Go1:49:04 Next Episode: Psychoanalysis, Short Story Writing, and Meaning with Dr. David Merrill

www.innervisionpsychedelics.comhttps://www.mycomeditations.com/retreat-options/https://youtube.com/@CosmicJonashttps://m.youtube.com/channel/UC6bmn-6O0s0-F7rNH6Xx07AJonas Rosen LMSWI'm a psychedelic professional, and licensed social worker specializing in Psilocybin-assisted therapy.Having worked at MycoMeditations for over 3 years, I've participated in dozens of group psychedelic sessions, and worked alongside hundreds of clients. My work integrates mindfulness techniques with transpersonal psychology, to help others heal and grow with plant medicines.In 2020, I founded a company named Inner Vision to provide education and compassionate support around the psychedelic experience.I've repeatedly witnessed powerful psychedelic healing in-action, and am continually inspired by the power of plant medicines to help us self-actualize and grow to our fullest.

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 83: In this episode we discuss Justin's background, what brought him to this work, his experience working with high doses of psilocybin, finding the correct dose for an individual, how psychedelics tend to bring up past trauma, current observations on the psychedelic renaissance, advice for individuals wanting to attend a retreat, Justin's current projects and so much more! Article by Justin on how to find the right retreat: https://psychedelichealth.co.uk/2023/03/22/evaluating-psychedelic-retreats/ 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:47 - Introduction 03:02 - Justin's Background 05:58 - Working With Macrodoses 11:06 - Finding The Correct Dose For An Individual 18:39 - Do Psychedelics Always Bring Up Trauma? 29:57 - The Ongoing Training At MycoMeditations 36:45 - Thoughts On The Psychedelic Renaissance 48:43 - Justin's Advice For Selecting A Retreat 52:21 - Current Projects, Offerings 55:03 - Outro About Justin: Justin Townsend, CEO of MycoMeditations with experience as an advisor to start-ups, most recently in the healthcare space, Justin brings a blend of business acumen, leadership skills and a nose for futuristic health models to the MycoMeditations team. As CEO and also a retreat facilitator, Justin has overseen psilocybin sessions for over 1000 individuals and has administered thousands of high doses (consistently in the range of 5-15g) in group environments of 8-12 people. With a deep understanding of psychological frameworks—transpersonal and depth psychology—as well as holotropic breathwork, Justin is able to facilitate cathartic experiences through high doses, group work, and severe cases of trauma, depression, anxiety from individuals. As a direct result of Justin's expertise, MycoMeditations is able to assist those with severe cases and offer a solution that would otherwise not be available to these individuals. Connect with Justin: Website: https://www.mycomeditations.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MycoMeditations Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycomeditations/ Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan is a trained somatic, trauma-informed holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology that focuses on holistic perspective through introspection, insight, and empathetic self-exploration to increase self-awareness, allowing the integration of the mind, body and spirit aspects of human experience in personal growth and development. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JustinTownsend #PsychedelicPodcast

Justin Townsend is the CEO and Head Facilitator at the psilocybin therapy retreat centre MycoMeditations. He is on the show for this episode to explore two topic themes: The business side of running a successful psilocybin retreat centre in the economic context of the modern corporate world without losing your ethics in the process The therapeutic framework and philosophy that MycoMeditations holds for their retreats and their guests. Some of the things we cover on the first side of the conversation: Justin's journey from the corporate world to running an psychedelic psilocybin therapy retreat centre; psychopathology and integrity in the corporate world, and how good people end up doing bad things; the nuances around running a financially successful psychedelic retreat centre without ethical sacrifices; what it means to be building what they call “gold-standard for group-facilitated psilocybin therapeutics in natural settings”; data propriety; and supporting peer-reviewed research. In the other half of the conversation we explore: why MycoMeditations holds an entity “non-shamanic” framework for their psilocybin work; how to support someone who has a beyond Western framework experience from a non-shamanic framework; helping to prevent post-psychedelic hypomania from evolving into psychosis; differentiating between psychosis and a “normal psychotomimetic response”; non-pharmacological interventions for psychosis and psychotomimetic responses; as well as The Golden Shadow and the dangers of golden-shadow projection in both psychedelic therapy and spiritual communities. Enjoy. ... For links to Justin's work, full show notes, and a link to watch this episode in video, head to bit.ly/ATTMind170 *** FULL TOPICS BREAKDOWN BELOW**   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Patreon: https://patreon.com/jameswjesso Paypal Donation: https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=383635S3BKJVS Merchandise:  https://www.jameswjesso.com/shop/ More Options: https://www.jameswjesso.com/support Newsletter:  https://www.jameswjesso.com/newsletter Telgram Channel:  https://t.me/jameswjesso *** Extra BIG thanks to my patrons on Patreon for helping keep this podcast alive! Especially my $23+ patrons, Andreas D, Ian C, Yvette FC, Alex F, Eliz C, Nick M, Michelle M, Joe A, & Heartwood Mushrooms ——  ***** Episode Breakdown (0:00) Opening (1:12) Overture and guest bio (5:18) Patron thanks (6:05) An important statement about endorsements (7:41) Interview begins (7:47) Justin's journey from the corporate world to running an psychedelic psilocybin retreat centre (12:52) Exploring the toxic psychology/behaviours of the corporate world (20:26 ) Psychopathology in the corporate world, and how good people end doing bad things—multipolar traps (26:03 ) Merging his corporate experience and psychedelic work to build a high-quality company in the psychedelic retreat field (29:27 ) The importance of protecting a business ethos from financial takeover (32:39) Exploring nuances around running a financially successful psychedelic retreat centre without ethical sacrifices (39:06) MycoMediation's mission to build the “gold-standard for group-facilitated psilocybin therapeutics in natural settings” — and how and why they are doing it (44:08) Why MycoMeditation will keep their “gold-standard” data proprietary, for now (54:46) Where/how MycoMediation is helping support peer-reviewed science. (57:21) Building a fully non-shamanic framework for psilocybin retreats, and why it matters for Western people. (1:04:41) How to support someone who has a beyond Western framework experience from a non-shamanic framework (1:17:16) Helping to prevent post-psychedelic hypomania from evolving into psychosis (1:21:09) Differentiating between psychosis and a “normal psychomemetic response” (1:31:16) Discussing non-pharmacological interventions for psychosis and psychomimetic response (1:39:04) The Golden Shadow and the dangers of golden-shadow projection in psychedelic therapy (1:45:51) A “tough pill to swallow” with respect to the issues of indigenous reciprocity and biopiracy as a psychedelic company (1:60:52) How MycoMeditations is helping to give back to the people of Jamaica (1:58:12) Pushing back on Townsend's “tough pill to swallow” (2:01:50) Townsend's concerns around what is happening with psilocybin in Oregon (2:06:58) Closing the interview, follow up links and socials (2:08:30) Outro ***** SUPPORT THE PODCAST Patreon: https://patreon.com/jameswjesso Paypal Donation: https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=383635S3BKJVS Merchandise:  https://www.jameswjesso.com/shop/ More Options: https://www.jameswjesso.com/support Newsletter:  https://www.jameswjesso.com/newsletter Telgram Channel:  https://t.me/jameswjesso OR you can buy a copy of one of my books! Decomposing The Shadow: Lessons From The Psilocybin Mushroom – https://www.jameswjesso.com/decomposing-the-shadow/ The True Light Of Darkness — https://www.jameswjesso.com/true-light-darkness/

Just in Townsend is the CEO of MycoMeditations, a world class psilocybin mushroom retreat center in Treasure Beach, Jamaica.We learn about the dynamics of the legal magic mushroom industry in Jamaica, the practicalities inherent to running a premium operation in the mushroom retreat space, the flow of a week at a mushroom retreat with MycoMeditations, and the net positive benefits of having such an operation present on the island of Jamaica.Please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Mushroom Show, we test 4 different types of mushroom jerky (so you don't have to) and figure out which mushroom makes the best one. The answer might surprise you. We also cover everthing you need to know about the growing trend of "psilocybin retreats", what they're like, how people are benefitting from them, and what's the reason behind the increased popularity in recent years. Finally, we interview Justin Townsend, the head facilitator and CEO of MycoMeditations, a long standing psilocybin retreat in Jamaica.

About Eric Osborne: Eric Osborne has a twenty-three-year history as a specialist with psychoactive and gourmet mushrooms. His first venture, Magnificent Mushrooms distributed gourmet mushrooms throughout Indiana and Kentucky. During that time he worked underground as a psilocybin facilitator until he and his wife were arrested and charged with three class B felonies. After overcoming this challenge, Eric and his wife Courtney founded MycoMeditations in 2013, the first Jamaica-based psilocybin retreat. While in Jamaica, Eric administered over 3000 doses of psilocybin to more than 1000 clients. He also founded two psilocybin mushroom farms in Jamaica, Magnificent Mushrooms and Psacred Therapeutics.  In 2021 Eric left Jamaica to return to the US to cofound Psanctuary; The Sacred Mushroom church with his wife Courtney and former Myco employee Athena. Eric and his wife also host the Psilocybin Says podcast which covers all aspects of wellness through the lens of psilocybin.   In this episode, Kim Andryc, Lora Solomon, and Eric Osborne discuss: Coming to understand the mystical.  Becoming more aware as we awaken.  The benefits of psilocybin and psychedelics.  Experiencing the highs and the lows of life.    Key takeaways: It takes courage to take what you learn from a mystical experience and bring it into everyday life.  When you experience the reality of our connection, it transforms you.   Psychedelics is a powerful tool, but it still requires humans to transform humanity.  The only sin is the illusion of separation from the source and one another.  "Become able to embrace the perceived cleanliness as much as the perceived filth and see them as equal. Everything is sacred." — Eric Osborne     Connect with Eric Osborne: Website: https://www.psanctuary.org/  Website: https://www.psilocybinsays.com/  Email: eric@psanctuary.org  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTwZv3sdyrc1fqKQwLB0maw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/psanctuary  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/psilocybinsays/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psanctuarychurch/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psilocybin_says/  Connect with Sacred Rebellion:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoraAndKim  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredrebellionpodcast/ Email Lora:  connect@lorasolomon.com Email Kim: kim@kimandryc.com Show notes by Podcastologist Chelsea Taylor-Sturkie Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

On today's show, the Emergencies Act Inquiry has come to an end. What is next? Aaron Wudrick, director of the Macdonald-Laurier's Institute's Domestic Policy Program, joins us to explain. We also chat with director of geriatrics at Sinai Health, Dr. Samir Sinha, about seniors being at high risk for RSV. Plus, Justin Townsend, CEO of MycoMeditations, tells us about his psilocybin-focused retreats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clare Johnson returns to the show and Nick Baker comes on for the first time to dive deep into psychedelic-assisted therapy and the healing properties of plant medicine in group. We cover a lot of ground in this conversation, including: Nick's path into psychedelic journey work from ER nursing Clare's path into this work as a licensed psychotherapist What makes a guided journey different than a recreational psychedelic experience The unique magic of group settings versus individually guided journeys The healing power of group integration between and after journeys How to work with the insights that come up during a trip How psychedelics can interrupt the Default Mode Network (or well-worn grooves of thought and behavioral patterns) to expand your identity and consciousness as well as revisit earlier unprocessed experiences with greater insight Demystifying ketamine: why it's in a psychedelic healing class of its own and how it feels in your body Nick, Clare, and Nadia's personal experiences with ketamine All about psilocybin, unpacking the dreaded “bad trip,” and how to work in and through any resistance that comes up in a journey How to know whether you're being called into psychedelic healing work Mentioned on this episode: MycoMeditations in Jamaica Both Clare and Nick offer psychedelic integration in their practices as well as consultation on working with psychedelics in safe and legal settings in the US and abroad. Feel free to get in touch with them if you'd like to learn more. Clare's website: www.clarejohnsontherapy.com Nick's website: www.nickbakercoaching.com --- Website: nadialast.com Instagram: @nadialast_ Music: Chihiro by Yoste Photography www.mandeerae.com

MycoMeditations with CEO & Head Facilitator Justin Townsend today on Psychedelic Radio with Christina Thomas, president and founder of MY Self Wellness, and Charles Patti, brand ambassador of MY Self Wellness only on The Cannabis Radio. With experience as an advisor to start-ups, most recently in the healthcare space, Justin brings a blend of business acumen, leadership skills, and a nose for futuristic health models to the MycoMeditations team.Throughout his career Justin has worked as a business leader across a range of industries, helping innovative companies identify opportunities, communicate their vision and deliver profitable products. But he has also been on a personal quest to explore alternative healing therapies to combat his own anxiety and depression.

Today I'm talking with Justin Townsend, CEO and Head Facilitator for MycoMeditations. His company operates legally in Jamaica doing psilocybin-assisted retreats. Participants attend for seven days, work with licensed therapists throughout, and trip three times. You've probably heard about some of the potential therapeutic applications of psilocybin, and changes in states like Oregon, which legalized the medicine for therapeutic use. I've heard predictions that as psychedelic therapy spreads, there will soon be a huge need for tens of thousands of therapists trained in this modality.  I picked Justin's brain about what people who are interested in working in this emerging industry should know. We also delved into why psilocybin is therapeutic in the first place, and the results his team has seen with attendees.  This was not in any way sponsored content, even though it's a great commercial for MycoMeditations. (If I ever get to the point where someone offers me money for an interview, I would only do that if I really thought it would be a good conversation, and I would always disclose that the episode was sponsored.) But speaking of sponsoring, please consider donating to my Venmo @rachel-krantz so that I can make Season 2 of Help Existing. Here are some additional incentives: --The first ten people to donate $30 or more can claim a signed UK edition of OPEN. --The first five people to donate $50 or more can claim an Unbound Babes vibrator. --Anyone who donates $150 or more can get a one-hour session with me consulting on the topic of their choice--writing, pitching, meditation, or whatever else you want to talk about. Thanks so much for listening, and to anyone who can give!

Eric Osborne has over 20 years of experience with psychedelics. In 2013, he started a psilocybin retreat center in Jamaica called MycoMeditations and hosted a podcast called Psilocybin Chronicles where he interviewed guests about their experiences with psilocybin. More recently, Eric and his wife Courtney moved back to the United States and founded Psanctuary, a non-denominational faith-based community that centers around the sacrament of sacred psilocybin-containing mushrooms for personal, communal, and global healing. They also co-host their podcast, Psilocybin Says, where they discuss the use of psilocybin for self-development. In this episode, Eric shares some fascinating personal experiences that don't fit into a strictly materialistic worldview. He's interacted with interdimensional entities and deceased loved ones and made clairvoyant psychic connections with other people in group psilocybin settings.The purpose of the podcast is for entertainment and harm reduction. Please consult a physician and your local laws before considering the use of psychoactive substances. Please also understand that you may not hold us liable for relying on any information contained in the podcast or on our website.Links:PsanctuaryPsanctuary is a non-denominational faith-based community that centers around the sacrament of sacred psilocybin-containing mushrooms for personal, communal, and global healing.Psilocybin SaysA podcast co-hosted by Courtney McClure and Eric Osborne discussing the use of psilocybin for self-development.

In this episode connect with special guest, Simon Yugler, Depth Psychotherapist & Psychedelic Integration Coach. We covered suchhh a rich and diverse array of topics that I'm so excited to share with you. We talk psychedelics, shadow work, leadership, masculinity, and so much more. Simon is a wealth of wisdom and an excellent resource for living a life full of purpose, meaning, and soul. In this episode, we take a deep dive into: ❦ The quest for meaning and purpose, and how the lack of meaning is afflicting people in the western world ❦ The importance of integrating our shadow ❦ Initiation and its purpose in the human experience (and the consequences of its absence) ❦ Grief as a portal to the soul ❦ Conscious leadership and what it means to lead with integrity ❦ The healing potential of psychedelics and how to work with them safely and integrate what we learn from them into our daily lives ❦ Sxuality, masculinity and polarity, both in the modern world and in indigenous cultures A little more about Simon: With a masters (MA) in counseling psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, Simon Yugler is a depth and psychedelic integration therapist based in Portland, OR. Weaving Jungian psychology, Internal Family Systems therapy, and mythology, Simon also draws on his diverse experiences learning from indigenous cultures around the world, including the Shipibo ayahuasca tradition. He has a background in anthropology and experiential education, and has led immersive international journeys for young adults across 10 countries.He currently works as a retreat leader and therapist with MycoMeditations, one of the world's leading legal psilocybin-assisted therapy retreats, based in Jamaica. He is passionate about initiation, men's work, decolonization, and helping his clients explore the liminal wilds of the soul. Links: https://www.depthmedicine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/depth_medicine/ To learn more about Sureya visit https://www.sureyaleonara.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sureya-leonara/support

In this episode Brian and Nate interview Eric Osborne. Eric is a Kentucky native and cofounder of Psanctuary, a 508(c)(1)(A) faith-based organization, which is a constitutionally protected church utilizing psilocybin containing mushrooms as a sacrament. Additionally, he is the founder of Mycomeditations, a group based psychedelic retreat center in Jamaica. Eric has a unique and very interesting perspective, as one with a front row seat for the developing "psychedelic renaissance" while also remaining outside the dominant therapeutic/medical/research institutions. In this conversation we cover a range of topics, from the importance of group work, popular misunderstandings regarding the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics, religious contexts and much more. Once again, thanks for listening. If you are enjoying our show, please consider leaving a review in Apple podcasts or wherever you prefer to listen to podcasts.

With a masters in depth counseling psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, Simon is a depth and psychedelic integration therapist based in Portland, OR. Weaving Jungian psychology, Internal Family Systems therapy, and mythology, Simon also draws on his diverse experiences learning from indigenous cultures around the world, including the Shipibo ayahuasca tradition. He has a background in anthropology and experiential education, and has led immersive international journeys for young adults across 10 countries. Currently, he works as a therapist with MycoMeditations, a psilocybin-assisted therapy retreat in Jamaica. He is passionate about initiation, men's work, decolonization, and helping his clients explore the liminal wilds of the soul.In this episode, Beth Weinstein and Simon Yugler discuss ...Psychedelic integrationThe integration and dosing approaches used at MycoMeditationsThe archetype of the underworld journeyThe impact of our culture's movement away from initiation and rites of passageThe potential for psychedelic experiences to be initiatoryInternal Family Systems Therapy and Depth Psychology in psychedelic integration – working with 'parts' and imageryThe future of psychedelics for mental healthcareBalancing authority with integrityHow YOU are the medicine, making your life psychedelicPsilocybin mushrooms as literally and metaphorically feeding on decay and deathFollow Simon!www.depthmedicine.com@depth_medicine https://www.instagram.com/depth_medicine

There are only a few places in the world which offer legal access to high impact psilocybin retreats. MycoMeditations, stewarded by today's guest Justin Townsend, is leading the way in sustainable, ethical psychedelic healing that takes into account the unique environment and needs of Jamaica and its people. On the show, we discuss Jungian-depth psychology and other therapeutic modalities used at MycoMeditations. We talk about the value of a comprehensive, holistic team of caregivers for cathartic experiences. We review the efficacy of psilocybin as compared to ketamine therapy and ayahuasca ceremonies. Finally, we discuss the landscape of psychedelic healing in Jamaica and the importance of ethical entheogenic businesses. MycoMeditations is a retreat that combines the powerful healing of multiple, high-dose psilocybin experiences, a safe and caring group environment created by a knowledgeable support staff, and serene locations to catalyze life-changing transformations. As a business leader and startup advisor in a range of industries including the health care space, Justin Townsend has also been on a personal quest to explore alternative healing therapies to combat his own anxiety and depression. Over the past 20 years, Justin has delved into both transpersonal and Jungian psychology, explored psychedelic modes of healing and developed meditation and breath work techniques, which he taught in Germany. Justin joined the MycoMeditations team in 2017, becoming partner and CEO in 2019. As a retreat facilitator, Justin draws inspiration from the profound healing he is privileged to witness and believes that psychedelics offer an exciting path forward for mental health. Links MycoMeditations Timestamps :05 - Justin's introduction to psychedelics :10 - Jungian depth psychology and psychedelic healing :16 - Comprehensive support team at MycoMeditations :23 - The efficacy psilocybin vs ketamine or ayahuasca for depression treatment :30 - The most effective psychological modalities when working with psilocybin :38 - The landscape of psychedelics in Jamaica :48 - Advice to therapists wishing to work in the mushroom space.

*The following podcast contains adult themes and languages Eric Osborne is the former founder of Magnificent Mushrooms and MycoMeditations and current founder & president of PLEDG. He began his professional career as an English teacher but his love for fungi developed and strengthened over time. In 2012, he began diving further into the research behind psychedelic therapy and psilocybin in particular. Soon thereafter he founded MycoMeditations, a legal psilocybin mushroom retreat in Jamaica dedicated to providing therapy to those in need. Despite overwhelming numbers of successful sessions conducted and countless positive experiences facilitated, they ran into legal challenges over the years. Eric continues to be a trailblazer however and now shifts his focus on his organization PLEDG (Psilocybin Liberation Education Discipline and Guidance). We discuss all this and more, come check it out! More on Eric: Eric on LinkedIn PLEDG (Psilocybin Liberation Education Discipline and Guidance) MycoMeditations Coffee! If you enjoy coffee and regional craft roasts from small businesses in the heart of the Appalachia sound good to you, The Grind has you covered. Their premium, high-quality beans and tight-knit supplier partnerships make them the best choice for meeting all your caffeinated needs. Visit https://www.thegrindbluefield.com/shop-coffee-roasts to pick out your next coffee beans and brew a pot of happiness. “The Grind never stops.” Supporting Us If you like our content and would like to support us, please be sure to subscribe, like (or review) and share with your own mycelial networks. Our quick links can be found below: Our official website- illuminatingmyceliumpodcast.com Merchandise & Apparel Shop- illuminatingmyceliumpodcast.com/shop Subscribe to our newsletter Email me: projectdave@illuminatingmyceliumpodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/illuminatingmyceliumpod/message

I talk with Eric Osborne, founder of Mycomeditations. We talk about his journey starting as a young boy, having an ultimate love and connection with nature, reptiles, and being his most authentic self. Eric shares with us how he not only had a fascination with mushrooms and nature, but human conciseness and healing others as well, when he realized the healing properties of of psilocybin through his own personal experiences. This was a great, raw conversation! Eric made his first annual pilgrimage to Jamaica in 2003 and worked with his first MycoMeditations group there in 2013. As the first Indiana State Certified Wild Mushroom Expert, a gourmet mushroom cultivator and founder of the non-profit organization PLEDG, (Psychedelic Liberation Education Discipline and Guidance) Eric has committed his life to learning and teaching the benefits of medicinal fungi. Twenty years of work cultivating, consuming, and administering psilocybin has taught Eric many invaluable lessons. With a sincere and lighthearted approach, he maintains a safe and structured setting for the psilocybin voyager. This journey has not been an easy one. In 2013 Eric was arrested for hosting psilocybin sessions on his farm. While creating significant challenges, it was the motivation needed to take his work public. Witnessing the healing effects of psilocybin so many times fueled Eric's drive to ensure safe, legal access to psilocybin. In 2016, while serving a two year probation sentence Eric invested all of his efforts into building MycoMeditations and PLEDG. The work has continued to grow ever since and the healing has touched hundreds of individuals.

Italian hospital administrator Francesco shares his early thoughts on psilocybin from his first MycoMeditations retreat. Our hearts go out to this friend of MycoMeditations. His last stay with us with us ended just before COVID-19 swept across Italy. We hope that his experience with us provided some space and preparation for what he went home to.

A cornerstone figure of the Jamaican psilocybin movement, Doreen Gordon hosted the first every MycoMeditations retreat at her guest house in 2013. Doreen finally takes the mic to tell the world how she feels about psilocybin.

A cornerstone figure of the Jamaican psilocybin movement Doreen Gordon hosted the first ever MycoMeditations retreat at her guest house in 2013. Doreen finally takes the mic to tell the world how she feels about psilocybin.

Surprise double episode drop!  My friend Shane Mauss and I have a zany conversation about "the biz" (aka show business). The impetus to release this episode along with Sophia Rokhlin's (EP 08) is because they are on tour together RIGHT NOW doing a cool show called "Head Talks". All the info on that will be clear once you listen to these episodes and or go to Shane's website .  Topics touched : leaving gear in venues, living on the road, being single, Shane's prog comedy shows Stand Up Science & Head Talks, regular jobs vs the never ending uncertainty of art life, my first con job, Magic Mushroom retreats, Life feeling meaningless, what Late Night spots feel like for a comedian these days, thinking in tweets and grams, running out of pink himalayan sea salt, DIY ethics, why an assistant is probably better than a manager or agent, why Sophia Rocks-lin and Shane puts a case of psilocybin into the Cosmic Time Capsule!        Originally from Wisconsin, Shane moved to Boston in 2014 to pursue his childhood dreams of being a comedian.  He is now an award-winning stand-up comedian who has done many TV sets including five appearances on Conan, multiple appearances on Comedy Central and a variety of other shows.  You may know him best from his recent appearances on podcasts like Pete Holmes ‘You Made It Weird', Duncan Trussell's Family Hour, The Joe Rogan Experience, and Marc Maron's WTF.         Midway through his career, this former factory worker who skipped college for comedy followed his natural curiosities and started the science podcast ‘Here We Are' where each week he travels to interview a different scientist about their work and the meanings of life.  In 2019 he started touring with his live show ‘Stand Up Science' which combines two comedians and two scientists on the same stage for a night that is equal parts aha and haha.  Due to the success of this tour, he has decided to add a psychedelic version of the show and ‘Head Talks' was born.        He is a psychedelic advocate and explorer whose 111-city comedy tour about psychedelics ‘A Good Trip' was the inspiration for the documentary ‘Psychonautics: A Comic's Exploration of Psychedelics'.  Available now on Amazon Prime & iTunes, the documentary combines perspectives of some of the top researchers with Shane's personal journey in a fun, enlightening, and somewhat turbulent adventure. He has even been a guest facilitator at several legal psilocybin retreats run by MycoMeditations in Jamaica.  follow Shane www.shanemauss.com @shanecomedy ( twitter) @shanemausscomedy ( instagram )   

For this episode I spoke with Taína Galarza (www.instagram.com/modernalchemix/), who I met on a MycoMeditations psilocybin retreat for women facilitated by Dr. Katherine Maclean and Dr. Rosalind Watts (www.mycomeditations.com/). In this episode we talk about how psilocybin has helped her to manage her depression and anxiety, create a better relationship with her family and channel her power and energy as a Reiki practitioner. Follow Psychonaut Sisters on Instagram and Twitter: www.instagram.com/psychonautspod/ twitter.com/psychonautspod Music by Laura Misch (@laura-emma-misch) Article I wrote about my experience on the retreat: www.independent.co.uk/travel/america…-a8319816.html

Scientist, seeker and teddy bear, Craig, shares his exploration into healing with the use of psilocybin mushrooms at MycoMeditations.

Hello, friends! In this episode podcast, I do a little Q&A with some really awesome questions. For one reason or another, I also felt a little silly so have fun with my rambles and random laughter. Here are the questions that I cover: How can I make gaming a healthy part of my life and not let it interfere with more important things? What does it mean to "process" trauma? What can I do about my postpartum social anxiety? As always, you can check out the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode176 and you can learn more about me at duffthepsych.com/starthere. If you have questions, send them over to duffthepsych@gmail.com. This episode of the Hardcore Self Help Podcast is sponsored by MycoMeditations Psilocybin-Assisted Retreats. MycoMeditations provides a legal means of experiencing the transformative and healing properties of the psilocybin mushroom. They provide 7-day retreats in Jamaica that involve guided psilocybin treatments, group processing, massage, accommodations, and authentic Jamaican cuisine. Learn all about MycoMeditations at their website or on episode 171 of the podcast, where I interview their founder.

This was a fantastic interview with public health psychologist, Dr. Perry Halkitis. We talk about disparities in health and mental health treatment for LGBTQ individuals and how they have changed over the years. He also shares some information about his own unique personal and career path. Unfortunately, my side of the audio is a little blown out, but Dr. Halkitis sounds great and I think that his message was too good to not share with you all. I think it's well worth a listen.  Full episode show notes are available at http://duffthepsych.com/episode175 Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by MycoMeditations Psilocybin-Assisted Retreats. They provide legal 7-day retreats in Jamaica that use the psychedelic psilocybin compound to help you work through significant mental health issues. For more information about MycoMeditations, check out their website or listen to episode 171 of the podcast where I interview their founder. 

Shanika Sancroft currently manages cultivation for Magnificent Mushrooms LTD, the Jamaican company that cultivates psilocybin mushrooms for MycoMeditations retreats. She also works as a facilitator for MycoMeditations. Prior to that as social worker for the parish of St. Elizabeth Jamaica.

This is a special episode. I was approached by a company called MycoMeditations that wanted to sponsor the podcast. They actually were very persistent and approached me a few times about it because they were really interested in the opportunity to speak with you all. MycoMeditations is a company that hosts retreats in Jamaica that use the psilocybin mushroom, also known as the magic mushroom. It's an often misunderstood substance that research has shown to be an effective way to reduce the impact of treatment resistant mental illness such as depression and anxiety.    Since this is a topic that is somewhat sensitive (psilocybin is not legal in the US), I wanted to do things a little differently. Rather than just running a short ad, I wanted to have the opportunity to dive deep and fully explore the issue. So this is a sponsored episode. MycoMeditations did pay for this interview spot, but I am approaching it just like all of the other interviews that I do on the show so that you can be appropriately informed and make your own decisions.    My guest for this episode is Eric Osborne, who is the founder and head facilitator of MycoMeditations. He has a very interesting background in that he is a wild mushroom expert and mycologist. This enables him to approach things from a very unique angle, which you will hear in the episode. Rather than administering the mushroom in it's raw form, he uses a process to make measured capsules of it to have better control of the dosage.    I really hope that you enjoy this episode. It was very interesting for me. Please have a look at the full show notes at duffthepsych.com/episode171 and reach out to Eric if you have any questions after listening!   Check out MycoMeditations at their website to learn more!

Family therapist Brooke Novick tells us how psilocybin changed the course of her life and juxtaposes psychedelic therapist in comparison to traditional therapy and many other interesting topics around her experience facilitating at MycoMeditations. http://www.brookenovick.com/

Today we talk with Eric Osborne. Eric holds a Master's Degree in Education, is the first Indiana State Certified Wild Mushroom Expert, and is the founder of PLEDG, (Psychedelic Liberation Education Discipline and Guidance), a U.S. based non-profit for psychedelic research and education. And also the founder of MYCOMEDITATIONS a 100% legal psilocybin mushroom retreat center in Jamaica!

Eric Osborne is the creator of MycoMeditations, a Psilocybin Mushroom retreat center in Jamaica. We have a fascinating conversation about the psychedelic mushroom experience and how psychedelics have often been the foundation for early religious belief systems. As we enter what Eric calls a "Psychedelic Renaissance" conversations like this one become increasingly more important to have. If you enjoyed this episode and would like more information on MycoMeditations mushroom retreats you can visit www.mycomeditations.com

Eric Osborne created mycomeditations a psilocybin retreat center in Jamaica. In 2015, as a result of hosting private psilocybin sessions on his farm, he was arrested. This event turned Eric’s life upside down. Following this, he was forced into house arrest and two years of probation. It was however, during this struggle, that the grand vision for MycoMeditations was born. Eric wanted to ensure that people could have legal access to psilocybin, in a place where they could feel safe and not worry about legal repercussions. He had witnessed the healing effects of psilocybin too many times to give up. Regardless of the legal status of psilocybin in the United States and most other parts of the world, Eric knew this was his calling. Having spent many of his younger adult years in Jamaica, one of the few countries where psilocybin remains legal, he knew he’d found the perfect location for the center.

Shane sits down with the facilitators of the recent Here We Are-MycoMeditations psylocybin retreat in Jamaica. They discussed the highlights, talked about how it went, and shared their afterthoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane sits down with the facilitators of the recent Here We Are-MycoMeditations psylocybin retreat in Jamaica. They discussed the highlights, talked about how it went, and shared their afterthoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MycoMeditations' founder, Eric Osborne, has facilitated hundreds of psilocybin journeys and witnessed profound positive changes in the lives of nearly every client.Caring, practical and experienced, Eric supports guests throughout the process and is available upon return home.It is our belief that re-discovering your authentic self opens the door to long term well-being. While all psychedelic plants are sacred tools for self improvement, our focus is Psilocybin.Our founder, has a long and intimate relationship with fungi of all varieties, especially those of the genus Psilocybe.These mushrooms, known for millennia to initiate deep psychological healing are once again gaining notice scientifically. As far as psychedelics go, Psilocybin is overall a gentle teacher. Rarely do mushrooms induce vomiting or physical discomfort.This isn't to say mushroom experiences are always easy, which is why preparation, integration and experienced facilitators such as ours are important.You can expect helpful content like: - Daily Lifestyle Challenges- Introspective Interviews with Leading Professionals- Healthy Living Tips & Advice- Personal Mental Health Struggle StoriesPlease contact us if you would like to chat, feedback, and guest queries. Email - info@metamorphus.orgWebsite - metamorphus.orgFollow Us on Social Media Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/metamorphus_org/Twitter - https://twitter.com/Metamorphus_OrgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/Metamorphus.org/Mark Metry - https://www.instagram.com/markmetry/Brendan Cutuli - https://www.instagram.com/cutulib/

MycoMeditations' founder, Eric Osborne, has facilitated hundreds of psilocybin journeys and witnessed profound positive changes in the lives of nearly every client.Caring, practical and experienced, Eric supports guests throughout the process and is available upon return home.It is our belief that re-discovering your authentic self opens the door to long term well-being. While all psychedelic plants are sacred tools for self improvement, our focus is Psilocybin.Our founder, has a long and intimate relationship with fungi of all varieties, especially those of the genus Psilocybe.These mushrooms, known for millennia to initiate deep psychological healing are once again gaining notice scientifically. As far as psychedelics go, Psilocybin is overall a gentle teacher. Rarely do mushrooms induce vomiting or physical discomfort.This isn't to say mushroom experiences are always easy, which is why preparation, integration and experienced facilitators such as ours are important.You can expect helpful content like: - Daily Lifestyle Challenges- Introspective Interviews with Leading Professionals- Healthy Living Tips & Advice- Personal Mental Health Struggle StoriesPlease contact us if you would like to chat, feedback, and guest queries. Email - info@metamorphus.orgWebsite - metamorphus.orgFollow Us on Social Media Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/metamorphus_org/Twitter - https://twitter.com/Metamorphus_OrgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/Metamorphus.org/Mark Metry - https://www.instagram.com/markmetry/Brendan Cutuli - https://www.instagram.com/cutulib/

Susun Weed answers 90 minutes of herbal health questions followed by a 30 minute interview with Eric Osborne. Eric is the founder of Magnificent Mushrooms gourmet mushroom farm and consulting, Indiana’s first State recognized Wild Mushroom Expert and a conscientious psychonaut, Eric began working in underground Psilocybin therapy for five years before being arrested.  Informed of his activities, police raided his farm and home, charged him with three class B felonies and turned his life upside down. Unwilling to be thwarted, after his release from incarceration Eric founded the 501(c)(3) organization PLEDG INC. (Psychedelic Liberation Education Discipline and Guidance), the for-profit venture MycoMeditations, a legal psilocybin retreat program in rural Jamaica and MycoMeditations Podcast. A husband, father of three and passionate about psychedelic healing, Eric has used hurdles as inspiration to bring forward the medicine of mushrooms. this episode Q&A includes: • painful injury- RICE, skullcap tincture, hypericum tincture, comfrey, high cbd.. • herbal first aid works best when it is used first.. • which comfrey is safe to use? • yarrow used as a dentifrice.. • chaparral used as tea or tincture? • comfrey is a toughener- gets the job done! • type II diabetes- nourishing herbal infusions, increasing physical activity.. • blue light kills MRSA.. • depression- antidepressants are overpriced, addictive placebos- get angry!  

On this episode, Jonathan talks with Omar Thomas, founder of 5 in the Dark Life Coaching, retired Army Ranger, and fellow partner, facilitator and Visual Media Director at MycoMeditations, which offers Psilocybin-assisted retreats and therapeutic experiences in beautiful Treasure Beach, Jamaica. Omar is also the founder of CannaMed Consultants, a medical cannabis nutraceutical company. In this conversation, Jonathan and Omar discuss their mutual excitement after their recent experience facilitating together for the first time on Treasure Beach, Omar's personal struggles with PTSD, and what it means to be a Psychedelic Dad. Omar also chimes in on our eternal question: How old is "old enough?" Full Podcast Notes at: http://www.psychedelicparenting.org/psychedelic-parenting-podcast-32/

Susun Weed answers 90 minutes of herbal health questions followed by a 30 minute interview Eric Osborne. Eric Osborne is an experienced mushroom cultivator, formerly owner of Magnificent Mushrooms gourmet mushroom company.  Eric has a Master's Degree in Education, is a father of two and founder of PLEDG (Psychedelic Liberation Education Discipline and Guidance) and MycoMeditations, a Jamaica based Psilocybin retreat and Psychedelic Wellness Center.  Eric has seventeen years experience in the cultivation of mushrooms and was the first individual to be certified by the State of Indiana as a 'Wild Mushroom Expert'. this episode Q&A includes: • pick 8 adaptogens a year to work with for 6 weeks at a time. • the art of being an herbalist.. • sinus infection congestion- anti infectives, marshmallow and linden infusions, water bath acupuncture.. • pacific botanicals has astragalus grown in the USA.. • codonopsis as infusion and tincture- infusion uses more herb/more benefit.. • salivary gland cancer- adaptogenic herbs, nourishing herbal infusions, avoid supplements especially antioxidants and eat mostly cooked foods.. • sprouts get a nutrition score of 7, cooked kale gets a nutrition score of 1000.. • urinary and prostate issues- saw palmetto berry- most effective in tincture form.. • inflammation in blood vessels- nourishing herbal infusions are all anti inflammatory, meditation.. • cholesterol- show me a study that shows cholesterol lowering drugs are beneficial- be an active participant in your health..