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Modern Psychedelics
104 | Psychedelics + Society: Safe Cultural Containers, Psychedelic Underground & Facing Global Challenges w/ Psychedelic Solutions (Joe Moore)

Modern Psychedelics

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 75:22


In this conversation, Joe Moore, co-founder and CEO of Psychedelics Today, discusses the evolution and impact of the psychedelics movement from both individual and societal perspectives. Joe shares his background in the field, leading into the broad-reaching work of Psychedelics Today in education, media, and events since its inception in 2016.The discussion explores the importance of creating safe cultural containers for psychedelic experiences and their potential for addressing global crises. The conversation emphasizes the intertwined roles of individual transformation and societal change, advocating for ending the drug war and improving public education to integrate these substances meaningfully and safely into society.Additionally, the conversation touches on the structure and goals of the VITAL training program, aiming to provide a comprehensive and diverse education for those with a professional interest in psychedelics. The overarching message underscores the power of individual actions combined with collective efforts to foster a better world.Topics Covered:The journey of building a world-leading psychedelic education platform since 2016What it means to be “anti-drug war”Creating safe cultural containers for psychedelic usageWhat it will take for society at large to accept psychedelicsHow psychedelics can be used to combat greater social and environmental issuesSeeing through the illusions to heal society at largeThe balance between individual and social healingWhat is really happening in the psychedelic underground?A look into Vital: Psychedelics Today's comprehensive training for psychedelic professionalsShow Links:Apply for 1:1 Coaching with LanaVital Psychedelic TrainingWhere to find Joe:IG: @psychedelicstodayTwitter: @psychedelicstodayFacebook, Youtube, LinkedIn: Psychedelics Today Website: https://psychedelicstoday.com/Vital: https://www.vitalpsychedelictraining.com/ Want more Modern Psychedelics?Instagram | YouTube | Web | Facebook Inspired to transform your life from the inside out, and integrate higher consciousness in your day to day life?Explore 1:1 Coaching with Lana or Apply Now Please support the show: leave a review on Apple or a 5-star rating on Spotify if this episode sparked something within. FREEBIES to support your journey DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.

PUNK Therapy | Psychedelic Underground Neural Kindness
34 - SPECIAL EDITION episode with SPECIAL GUEST Rachel Harris, PhD (author of Swimming in the Sacred)

PUNK Therapy | Psychedelic Underground Neural Kindness

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 76:25


Dr. T and Truth Fairy are delighted to welcome a very special guest to the show in this episode. Rachel Harris, PhD, the author of Swimming in the Sacred, joins them for an intimate conversation about what led her to write the book and what it contains. She details how wise women are largely left out of the larger conversation on psychedelic potential and shares knowledge from the women guides she talked with who had never been interviewed before.One of the points Rachel makes is that the women guides are not therapists and do not refer to themselves as therapists. They will refer to therapists outside themselves. We tend to be the ones who have conflated psychedelic guides with therapists. Rachel talks about how long traditional indigenously trained shamans will be considered apprentices and some of the ceremonies around the work they do. Rachel's own experiences touch on many ancient wisdoms and draw from years of study and research beyond physical work with medicines and awareness.Rachel describes lifelong learning and an unending search through experiences, a continuous exploration of self and spirituality, of being alive in the work of medicine. She expresses the need to talk about not exactly adverse experiences but about the reality of what can be experienced, of the truths of the challenges the medicine presents. Rachel's wisdom ignites strong memories and insight from both Dr. T and Truth Fairy and what evolves is a conversation so deep and honest that it is not to be missed.“Well, you know, these women are self-selected in a way that they've had unusual spiritual experiences, many of them, in their lives, often from childhood on. And... I write about this in the book because, to me, it's just very fascinating. Because I had this qualification, I had unusual spiritual experiences. I was missing a few other pieces, but that one I had. And so in that way I was similar to them. And I think because they have these unusual spiritual experiences, which, by the way, they don't mention to anybody ... They often say, I have never told anyone this and then they report an unusual spiritual experience, because our culture doesn't support this.” - Rachel HarrisAbout Rachel Harris:Psychologist Rachel Harris, PhD is the author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground.  She was in private practice for thirty-five years working with people interested in psychospiritual development. During a decade working in research, Rachel received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award and published more than forty scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals. She has also consulted with Fortune 500 companies. Rachel was in the 1968 Esalen Residential Program, Big Sur, CA. This intensive six-month program focused on meditation and bodywork. In the early 1970s, Rachel studied with Dorothy Nolte in the movement system, Structural Awareness, based on Dr. Ida Rolf's Structural Integration (Rolfing). Rachel also co-edited the Journal of the American Dance Therapy Association for three years. Awareness of how people live and move in their bodies has always been an aspect of Rachel's approach to psychotherapy.In 2005 Rachel traveled to a retreat center in Costa Rica and serendipitously found herself with the opportunity to drink ayahuasca with Ecuadorian shamans. The morning after her first ceremony, Rachel began asking questions about the therapeutic potential of this medicine. She conducted a three-year research project with Lee Gurel, PhD that resulted in “A Study of Ayahuasca Use in North America,” published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs (Summer, 2012). Rachel is the author of Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addiction, PTSD and Anxiety. Rachel Harris Website: SwimmingInTheSacred.comBook: “Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground” by Rachel Harris__Resources discussed in this episode:“Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Anxiety” by Rachel HarrisEugene Gendlin, PhDCharlotte SelverFritz PerlsIrvin Yalom__Contact Punk Therapy:Patreon: Patreon.com/PunkTherapyWebsite: PunkTherapy.comEmail: info@punktherapy.com

Luminous: A Podcast about Psychedelics from To The Best Of Our Knowledge
Erik Davis on LSD, the psychedelic underground and visionary experience

Luminous: A Podcast about Psychedelics from To The Best Of Our Knowledge

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 44:36


Erik Davis' “Blotter” is really three books in one: It's about the way LSD tabs were embedded in blotter paper so they wouldn't be detected by the authorities; it's also a deep dive into the psychedelic underground; and finally, it's an art book — gorgeously illustrated, with lots of very trippy blotter art. Steve talks with Erik about the wildness of psychedelic experiences and whether they reveal a deeper dimension of consciousness.Original Air Date: July 20, 2024Guests: Erik DavisFor more from Luminous: ttbook.org/luminous

Good Life Project
A Rare Look at the Psychedelic Underground | Rachel Harris, PhD

Good Life Project

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 64:49


Explore the mystical world of psychedelic guides with Rachel Harris, Ph.D., author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground. In this fascinating discussion, Harris pulls back the veil on the intuitive, somatic ways women elders have been guiding others on sacred psychedelic journeys for decades. Discover the critical role of the shaman in holding the ceremonial container, the differences between Western guides and indigenously trained shamans, and wise advice for anyone curious about ethically exploring this realm. Whether you're new to psychedelics or a seasoned journeyer, this eye-opening conversation offers a rare glimpse into the underground traditions surrounding entheogenic medicines like ayahuasca.You can find Rachel at: Website | Episode TranscriptIf you LOVED this episode you'll also love the conversations we had with Adam Gazzaley about the science of psychedelics.Check out our offerings & partners: Join My New Writing Project: Awake at the WheelVisit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

THE NEW HEALTH CLUB
Madison Margolin - Exile, Ecstasy And The Jewish Psychedelic Underground

THE NEW HEALTH CLUB

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 69:07


Today I am speaking with Madison Margolin, an author, journalist, editor, consultant, educator, and guide to all things Jewish-Psychedelic. She is the also the former Co-Founder of the Double Blind magazine about the new culture of psychedelics. Her book. Exile and Ecstasy Growing Up with Ram Dass and Coming of Age in the Jewish Psychedelic Underground is pretty fascinating.Exile and Ecstasy sets out to explore the psychedelic path that occupies the crossroads between the Ram Dass movement and Judaism. It's a path of seeking and escape, rebellion and return, medicine and magic. It's a path that ultimately points toward home.Through the perspective of having grown up among “HinJews” in the Ram Dass community and in the cannabis legalisation movement, journalist Madison Margolin takes the us on a journey inside New York's Jewish counterculture and the Hasidic underground, reconciling her roots, tackling ancestral Jewish trauma, and finding intersectionality between the Jewish and psychedelic experience. This book is for anyone looking to feel spiritually kindled, to make peace with where they come from, and to reconcile seemingly disparate experiences of spirituality and psychedelics with traditional religion.I think in these times we live in, books like this are really necessary.https://www.madisonmargolin.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MAPS Canada Podcast
Wisdom From The Psychedelic Underground | with Rachel Harris

MAPS Canada Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 67:28


Have you humbled yourself to your elders? These women elders of the psychedelic underground are spiritual warriors-fearless in their journeys to the shamanic realms. Rachel Harris, PhD, is the author of "Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground" and "Listening to Ayahuasca." A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, she spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area. Visit her online at http://www.swimminginthesacred.com Donate to MAPS Canada at https://mapscanada.org/donate/

Modern Psychedelics
088 | How Underground Psychedelic Guides Develop Their Skills, Wisdom & Training (w/ Rachel Harris)

Modern Psychedelics

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 60:37


The women of the psychedelic underground stand in stark contrast to psychedelic therapists, clinicians and researchers. In some ways, they hold much more wisdom and knowledge about working with these medicines. It's an honor to have Dr. Rachel Harris back on the podcast to discuss this. Since we last spoke, she has released a new book called Swimming in the Sacred: Lessons from the Psychedelic Underground.This is one of the most important books written about psychedelics, as it shines a light on the wisdom and work done by elder women psychedelic guides. Dr. Rachel Harris has been in private practice for 40 years as a psychologist. Later in her career, she began exploring psychedelics for healing and transformation. In this conversation, we dissect what exactly transformation is, and the qualities that these underground elder guides have, making them so effective at facilitating transformation (which is very different from healing).Listen in for a chance to win a copy of Swimming in the Sacred!Topics Covered:The difference between a transformation and the therapeutic processSigns of transformation that psychedelic guides look forHow underground guides transition from their healing journey to guidingDifferences between underground guides and psychedelic therapistsHow underground guides view integrationPsychedelics and plant medicine as a way of lifeNavigating the “subtle realms” and expanded states of consciousnessThe quality of fearlessness in psychedelics guidesBeing aware of ego inflation as a psychedelic guideShow Links:Earth Runners - 10% off with LANA1:1 Coaching with LanaSwimming in the Sacred [book]Instagram Giveawayswimminginthesacred.comvisionarycongress.org Want more Modern Psychedelics?Instagram | YouTube | Web | Facebook Inspired to transform your life from the inside out, and integrate higher consciousness in your day to day life?Explore 1:1 Coaching with Lana or Apply Now This episode was produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work! Please support the show and leave a review if this episode sparked something within. FREEBIES to support your journey DISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. Modern Psychedelics does not sell or promote the sale of any illegal substances. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.

Awakening The Body
07: Rita Bozi: Relational Embodiment  and PUNK (Psychedelic Underground Neural Kindness) 

Awakening The Body

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 73:24


“There is nothing more extraordinary than, when you can resource your body enough, get enough support, to embody the people that have harmed you. It's such a lesson in understanding intergenerational trauma. That there are no villains or victims. But that, as Gabor Maté says, there's a lot of hurting people. “Rita Bozi is a multidisciplinary Somatic Relational trauma-informed Facilitator and Psychedelic Therapist, author, educator, and podcast co-host of PUNK THERAPY (Psychedelic Underground Neural Kindness). With twenty-nine years experience in the healing arts, she is the director of Brilliant Healing Inc. working with individuals and groups leading therapeutic, experiential and creative medicine retreats. She teaches internationally and trains, mentors and supervises medicine practitioners in her unique program, Somatic Relational Trauma-informed Practices for Medicine-Assisted Facilitation. In 2022, she was guest faculty at The Synthesis Institute and in 2024 she completed a practicum in Somatic Transformation with Sharon Stanley PhD. Rita has deep respect for and experience with both non-traditional and Indigenous medicines and practices a non-pathologizing, body-centered, attachment-based and bio-psycho-social approach to healing.She is a retired dancer, actor and playwright. Her first novel, When I Was Better released in 2022 is a winner of the Firebird Book Award and a finalist for the Goethe International literary award for Late-Historical Fiction. She is currently writing PUNK Therapy, drawing on her clinical work with women. Find all of Rita's projects on Linktreebrillianthealingsystems.comListen to the Punk Therapy Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcastswww.rachealcharlie.comIf you want to support my podcast, you can buy me a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rachealcharlie

Psychedelic Conversations
Psychedelic Conversations | Rachel Harris - Swimming In The Sacred #105

Psychedelic Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2024 54:32


Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 105: In this episode we discuss Rachel's Background story, what led her to working in the psychedelic medicine space, working with ayahuasca, details on harm reduction and ethics, the problem with self medicating psychedelics with no guide, experiencing vulnerability around medicine facilitators, reflections on the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver, an overview of Rachel's book "Swimming In The Sacred", Shipibo tribe facilitation, thoughts on integration, and so much more! 00:00 - Fire Moment 01:42 - Introduction 02:45 - Rachel's Background 06:53 - Ayahuasca Medicine 12:37 - Harm Reduction 16:14 - Self Medicating 21:24 - Vulnerability Around Others 23:41 - PS2023, Denver Conference 28:26 - Ayahuasca In Capsules 29:47 - Swimming In The Sacred 33:04 - Indigenous Losing Integrity 36:39 - Transcending Need For Control 40:31 - Shipibo Tribe Facilitation 45:40 - Becoming A Facilitator 47:17 - Precautions 48:45 - Integration 53:44 - Outro About Rachel: Rachel Harris, PhD, is the author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground and Listening to Ayahuasca. A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, she spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area. Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground https://amzn.eu/d/8j7e8W1 Connect with Rachel: http://www.swimminginthesacred.com 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 #RachelHarris

The Psychedelic Entrepreneur - Medicine for These Times with Beth Weinstein
Glorification of Psychedelic Space Holding & Harsh Realities Unveiled

The Psychedelic Entrepreneur - Medicine for These Times with Beth Weinstein

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 22:24


Episode Highlights▶ Beth shares her insights about the psychedelic facilitator boom▶ Realities and challenges of being a psychedelic facilitator▶ The energetic demands of psychedelic facilitation▶ Multidimensional aspects of psychedelic facilitation▶ The need for psychedelic-informed coaches and healers▶ Abundant opportunities in the psychedelic space▶ An invitation to the True Path Entrepreneur Group Mastermind Program Beth Weinstein's Links & Resources ▶ Join Beth's Business Coaching Mastermind Program: https://bethaweinstein.com/mastermind▶ Testimonials - Beth Weinstein - business coach for spiritual entrepreneurs and psychedelic coaches: https://bethaweinstein.com/testimonials/ ▶ {Client Testimonial} Beth Weinstein Spiritual Business Coaching Program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0sLLPecZuxI&list=PLbUU6MjDDlpbKQJ_vomn5mlCkmaRK8nGc ▶ Free Training: “How to Bring Psychedelics Into a Business”: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business/▶ Beth's other Business Coaching Programs: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Beth's Instagram: http://instagram.com/bethaweinstein▶ Beth's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethw.nyc & https://www.facebook.com/BethWeinsteinbiz▶ Join Beth's free Psychedelics Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PsychedelicsandSacredMedicines▶ Various Psychedelic Training Programs and Resources: https://bethaweinstein.com/resources

PUNK Therapy | Psychedelic Underground Neural Kindness
25 - Dr. T and Truth Fairy: The Together In Real Life Episode

PUNK Therapy | Psychedelic Underground Neural Kindness

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 52:14


In this very special episode, Dr. T and Truth Fairy meet in real life for the first time. Truth Fairy travels to Australia and the two hosts are united in person at last! Their conversation happens organically from the moment of meeting as they discuss what they've been doing and what plans they have. Dr. T fills Truth Fairy in on the clinical trial he has finally received permission to engage in. A trial with mushrooms for treatment-resistant depression. Truth Fairy reveals that Dr. T will be taking part in her five-day training while she is in Australia which both are extremely excited about. They reflect on the strangeness of finally being together in person and yet the familiar sense of recognizing each other as a kind of family.Dr. T and Truth Fairy dive into the three-day medicine session Truth Fairy just before their meeting. Truth Fairy recounts what made her say yes to that session and how it went. They talk about prayers of gratitude offered before sessions, being drawn to work with people in trauma, the mentors they have found in the field, and finally reflect again on how wonderful it is to meet each other in real life and make the connection beyond Zoom.  “It's like when I first saw you, a part of me recognized you and a part of me didn't recognize you because you were no longer the person just behind the screen. You were a real fully in-flesh person. And as I'm sitting here watching you, it's like the connections are being made and the recognition is coming and I'm sinking back into like, Oh, okay, I know this person.” -  Dr. TResources discussed in this episode:Gabor MatéSharon Stanleysmudge---Punk Therapy: website |email

Know Your True Self
Swimming in the Sacred with Rachel Harris, Ph.D.

Know Your True Self

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 20:57


In this episode, James welcomes Rachel Harris, Ph.D., the author of Listening to Ayahuasca and Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground. Listen in and learn how ancient medicines are making their way into mainstream culture. A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, Rachel spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area. Visit her online at: http://www.swimminginthesacred.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/knowyourtrueself/support

Outside The Studio
A Conversation About Integrating Entheogens with Dr. Rachel Harris

Outside The Studio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 57:27


In episode 116 of Outside The Studio with Tessa: Join us for a thought-provoking episode with Dr. Rachel Harris, a distinguished psychologist and the author of "Swimming in the Sacred" and "Listening to Ayahuasca." Dr. Harris and Tessa explore the profound theme of integrating entheogens and their wisdom into mainstream culture. Discover the transformative potential of psychedelics, learn essential questions to ask your facilitator for a safe journey, and gain insights into post-trip integration. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to intelligently weave the profound experiences of these substances into everyday life. Dr. Rachel Harris is Rachel Harris, PhD, is the author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground and Listening to Ayahuasca. A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, she spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area. Tune in to discover the three key reasons to listen:1. Explore the transformative potential of these substances, their impact on consciousness, and how they can bring about personal growth and healing.2. Get equipped with essential questions to ask your facilitator. Ensuring a safe and well-guided journey is crucial when working with entheogens, and this episode can provide you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your experiences.3. Gain valuable insights into how to intelligently weave the profound insights and wisdom gained from entheogens into your everyday life. Whether you're an experienced explorer of psychedelics or someone looking to understand their potential, this episode can offer guidance on how to make these experiences meaningful and beneficial in the long run. Episode Highlights:[01:20] The "island" of Maine[04:52] Swimming in the Sacred[09:22] Rachel's favorite stories[13:33] Reducing symptoms for specific diagnoses[17:52] The priestesses underground[21:10] PTSD diagnosis relief[22:36] Experimenting with drugs[26:20] Gap between psychedelics underground and clinical settings[30:30] Intelligent exploration with entheogens and what questions to ask your facilitator [41:40] Integration post-entheogen sitting[44:26] Going from body to intellect practices[47:12] Guidance from unseen others[50:57] Discernment[53:10] Key takeaways for a psychedelic journey #Entheogens #PsychedelicWisdom #Integration #MainstreamCulture #FacilitatorQuestions #PostTripIntegration #Psychology #PodcastEpisode Resources:Movie: "The Finest Hour" Connect with Dr. Rachel Harris• Website: https://www.swimminginthesacred.com/• Books: https://a.co/d/eXMBc3Z Connect with Tessa TovarWebsite: https://tessatovar.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessa-tovar-baa27613Twitter: https://twitter.com/TBenedicktusThe Dark Moon: A Book of Poetry for Savasana: https://a.co/d/e8LgG1TYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw

The Psychedelic Entrepreneur - Medicine for These Times with Beth Weinstein
Wisdom from Elders & The Psychedelic Underground: Rachel Harris, PhD

The Psychedelic Entrepreneur - Medicine for These Times with Beth Weinstein

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 53:27


Rachel Harris, PhD, is the author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground and Listening to Ayahuasca. A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, she spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area. Episode Highlights▶ How Dr. Harris' childhood experiences led her to pursue a spiritual path and become a psychologist▶ The transformative psychedelic experiences Dr. Harris had at the Esalen Institute in the 1960s▶ Dr. Harris' study with top therapists and spiritual leaders at the Esalen Institute, which shaped her understanding of psychedelics▶ How a particular medecine retreat led Dr. Harris to research Ayahuasca use in North America▶ Dr. Harris' most recent research, which has culminated in her book, Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground, which has a focus on the work of women elders in the psychedelic underground▶ The importance of trusted mentors when working with psychedelic medicines in the psychedelic therapy space, especially for women▶ Cautions against blindly believing everything experienced in a psychedelic journey▶ Having a support system and seeking guidance from elders as vital in navigating the complexities of psychedelic integration▶ Recognizing - with humility and gratitude - the power of psychedelics to help in our troubled world ▶ The limitations of current research methodologies to fully understand the scope of psychedelic experiences▶ How ongoing relationships with plant medicine offer continued guidance and growth over timeRachel Harris's Links & Resources▶ Website:  http://www.swimminginthesacred.com/

Garimpando Bolachas
Garimpando Bolachas Podcast- Episódio 37- ERIC GALES

Garimpando Bolachas

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 6:53


Eric Gales Nascido em 29 de outubro de 1974 em Memphis, Tennessee, pegou o violão aos quatro anos com seus irmãos mais velhos Eugene e Manuel ( Little Jimmy King ). Mostraram a ele Jimi Hendrix, Albert King, BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughan etc  Considero Eric, juntamente com Buddy Guy os dois mais viscerais guitarristas vivos de blues  Embora Gales seja destro, aprendeu tocar "de cabeça para baixo" (com a corda E do baixo na parte inferior) No final de 1990, Eric e Eugene Gales assinaram com a Elektra Records, e junto com o baterista Hubert Crawford lançaram The Eric Gales Band (1991) e Picture of a Thousand Faces (1993). A revista Guitar World nomeou Eric o "Melhor Novo Talento", em 1991.  Em 1994, Gales se apresentou com Carlos Santana no Woodstock  Em 1996, Gales e seus dois irmãos lançam o álbum, Left Hand Brand, como Gales Brothers. Em 2001 Gales lançou seu álbum That's What I Am. Após vieram: Crystal Vision , The Psychedelic Underground , The Story of My Life e Layin' Down the Blues pelo selo Shrapnel Records Em 2010, Relentless seguido por Transformation e Live (2012).  Em fevereiro de 2013, a Magna Carta Records lançou o álbum Pinnick Gales Pridgen, com Gales na guitarra e voz, Doug Pinnick no baixo e voz e Thomas Pridgen na bateria.  O álbum seguinte, PGP2, foi lançado em julho de 2014.  Em 2017, Gales lançou seu décimo quinto trabalho de estúdio, Middle of the Road, incluindo Gary Clark Jr, Lauryn Hill Nas paradas da Billboard Top Blues Album, chegou ao 4º lugar, álbum seguinte de Gales, The Bookends , liderou a parada em 1º lugar   Em 2019 e 2020, ele ganhou o Blues Music Award como 'Artista de Blues Rock do Ano'.  Em 2022, Gales lançou o álbum Crown. Produzido por Bonamassa e Josh Smith que rendeu a Gales sua primeira indicação ao Grammy de Melhor Álbum de Blues Contemporâneo  Ao longo de 30 anos e 18 álbuns, sua paixão pela música e seu desejo ilimitado de mantê-la vital nunca diminuíram, mesmo nos períodos de pouca luz.  Dica: Eric e Joe se reconectaram muito em 2019, quando Joe convidou Eric para tocar com ele no palco em uma apresentação de blues cruise encore. Foi a primeira vez que os caras tocaram juntos ao vivo no palco em 25 anos, e desde então foi considerado um dos duelos de guitarra mais explosivos de todos os tempos, acumulando mais de 3 milhões de reproduções no YouTube. O vídeo está na página do GB, percebam a alegria dos músicos que os acompanharam ao presenciarem o duelo.  Discografia 1991: The Eric Gales Band 1993: Picture of a Thousand Faces 1996: The Gales Brothers: Left Hand Brand 2001: That's What I Am 2006: Crystal Vision 2007: The Psychedelic Underground 2008: The Story of My Life 2009: Layin' Down the Blues 2010: Relentless 2011: Transformation 2012: Live 2013: Pinnick Gales Pridgen, Pinnick Gales Pridgen 2013: Eric Gales Trio, Ghost Notes 2014: Pinnick Gales Pridgen, PGP2 2014: Good for Sumthin 2016: A Night on the Sunset Strip, two discs 2017: Middle of the Road 2019: The Bookends 2022: Crown --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garimpandobolachas/message

The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steven Hassan
Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground with Rachel Harris, PhD

The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steven Hassan

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 61:05


One of the hottest topics in modern psychology is utilizing psychedelics to aid psychotherapy. Research is being conducted on the potentially beneficial use of substances like psilocybin, LSD, DMT, and MDMA in a controlled environment. In recent years, it's gotten attention for its efficacy in treating treatment-resistant depression and PTSD, addiction, and end-of-life anxiety. Related to this is the psychedelic underground, a movement that similarly wants to use these substances to improve lives but takes a different, more spiritual approach. I spoke with Rachel Harris, who has experience in both, about this exciting world. Rachel is the author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground and Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Anxiety. A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, she spent ten years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award. Join us for the fascinating interview! Learn more about Steven Hassan and Freedom of Mind Resource Center. Visit freedomofmind.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychedelics Today
PT443 – Rachel Harris, Ph.D. – Swimming in the Sacred: The Wisdom of Underground Female Elders

Psychedelics Today

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 73:55


In this episode, Kyle interviews Rachel Harris, Ph.D.: Psychologist in private practice for over 40 years, researcher who has published more than 40 peer-reviewed studies, and author of the new book, Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground. She talks about graduating college and going straight to Esalen, where she had little concern over therapy or integration, and how, after 20 years of ayahuasca experiences, she learned to see psychedelic-assisted therapy and ceremonial, transformational experiences as very different things. She discusses her ayahuasca journeys; a surprising MDMA experience; what having an ongoing relationship with the spirit of ayahuasca means; Ann Shulgin's concerns over going through death's door while in a journey; what true integration is; how psychedelics can help prepare for death, and more. And she talks about her new book, Swimming in the Sacred, which collects the stories, unique perspectives, and wisdom of 15 female elders who have been working in the underground for at least 15 years each, and how their experience has led to a somatic-based intuition and ‘know it in their bones' feeling that so many new practitioners and facilitators need – and can only come with time.  Click here to head to the show notes page. 

FUTURE FOSSILS

This week I have the joy of sharing a long-overdue discussion with legendary psychedelic media pioneer Ken Adams (Vimeo | LinkedIn), one of the first people I ever interviewed on record years before Future Fossils and whose influence on my own creative life cannot be overstated. Two of Ken's main claims to fame are the films he created in collaboration with Terence McKenna, namely Alien Dreamtime (mediocre fan upload, archived references to) and Imaginatrix (rental page). This June was the thirtieth anniversary of Alien Dreamtime's theatrical release, a major if initially under-appreciated moment in the history of digital film-making, and I had the good fortune to meet up with Ken here in Santa Fe for his commemorative screening at The Jean Coctea Cinema. What followed was an EPIC storytelling download about bold underground innovation told by one of the most soulful, thoughtful, heartfelt, humble, humorous, and generous people I know.✨ Support Future Fossils:• Become a patron on Substack, Patreon, and/or Bandcamp for MANY extras, including a members-only FB Group and private channels on our Discord Server!• Buy the show's soundtrack (recorded live at Psychedelic Science 2023) on Bandcamp.• Browse my art and buy original paintings and prints (or commission new work).• Dig my reading list at the Future Fossils Bookshop.org page!• Follow my music and awesome, eclectic playlists on Spotify.✨ Tip Jars:@futurefossils on Venmo • $manfredmacx on CashApp • @michaelgarfield on PayPal✨ Chapters, Summary, & Keywords provided by Podium.Page:(0:00:00) - Reminiscing on Psychedelic Underground and Filmmaking(0:10:07) - Ken's Childhood & Early Adulthood(0:25:04) - Screenings and Influence of Psychedelic Movie(0:30:06) - McKenna and Psychedelic Community Influence(0:35:24) - Nature, Doubt, Validation(0:44:23) - Late Night Studio Discovery and Reflection(0:49:30) - Non-Human Encounters and Embracing the Weird(0:57:17) - Encounters With Terence McKenna After His Passing(1:10:46) - Spiritual Experiences and the Need for Change(1:18:51) - Life, Legacy, and Creative Expression ReflectionsJoin me as I host Ken Adams, an experimental filmmaker, documentarian, and psychedelic explorer. We journey through his life from his childhood in Louisiana, his graduate studies in sociology and anthropology, to his discovery of LSD, and his eventual meeting with Terence McKenna. Ken shares his experiences with psychedelics and computers, and we discuss the impact these have had on his life and work. He provides insight into the psychedelic world in San Francisco, shedding light on the risks people took to make psychedelia accessible.This episode offers a fascinating look into the world of psychedelic filmmaking, with Ken Adams sharing how he created a business model from showcasing his experimental film. From the Adobe theater in Austin to the Roxy in San Francisco, Ken reveals how his work was embraced in the psychedelic space. He further explores the influence of Terence McKenna, discussing how Terence navigated the expectations of being a celebrity, his thoughts on psychedelics, and his ability to unite the psychedelic community.Finally, we examine Ken's experiences with non-human entities in altered states of consciousness, as well as his ideas on serving the common good. Ken shares his unusual encounters and his belief in the need for imaginative solutions to the issues facing the planet. We also reflect on the sadness and loneliness of the digital era, and discuss how digital arts are changing our world. Join us as we traverse the path of creativity, courage, and psychedelic exploration.Psychedelic, Filmmaking, Terence McKenna, San Francisco, Digital Filmmaking, Louisiana, Sociology, Anthropology, LSD, Art World, Austin, Digital Arts, Transmutation of Trauma, Winter Solstice 2012, Non-Human Entities, Altered States, Spiritual Experiences, Imagination, Transformation, Existential Issues, Melancholia, The Digital Age, Oral History, Unborn, Dreaming, Noble Things, Valuable MistakesSpecial thanks to my friends at Noonautics.org for supporting both the show and pioneering research! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaelgarfield.substack.com/subscribe

MAPS Podcast
Episode 67 - Rachel Harris, PhD - Swimming in the Sacred

MAPS Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2023 62:58


We welcome Rachel Harris back to the MAPS Podcast in support of her new book 'Swimming in the Sacred - Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground.' Our conversation takes into the heart of the research and experiences Rachel had in interviewing the 15 brave women who have been doing medicine work over the last 30-50 years. In her words they are more like "shamans and priestesses" than any other label we can come up with. Their stories and Rachel's wisdom takes us deep into the heart of the psychedelic movement past and present.  Psychologist Rachel Harris, PhD is the author of 'Swimming in the Sacred - Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground."  She was in private practice for thirty-five years working with people interested in psychospiritual development. During a decade working in research, Rachel received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award and published more than forty scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals. She has also consulted to Fortune 500 companies.  Rachel was in the 1968 Esalen Residential Program, Big Sur, CA. This intensive six-month program focused on meditation and body work. In the early1970's, Rachel studied with Dorothy Nolte in the movement system, Structural Awareness, based on Dr. Ida Rolf's Structural Integration (Rolfing). Rachel also co-edited the Journal of the American Dance Therapy Association for three years. Awareness of how people live and move in their bodies has always been an aspect of Rachel's approach to psychotherapy.

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KPFA - The Visionary Activist Show
The Visionary Activist Show – anarcho*entheo*animism festival continues

KPFA - The Visionary Activist Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 59:57


  Caroline co-riffs with clips of 2 wondrous guests, Diana Beresford Kroeger, and Rachel Harris, and Peter Kropotkin whose books serve as pledge magnetizers in our on-going anarcho*entheo*animism festival… Mutual Aid, Peter Kropotkin + Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground, Rachel Harris + To Speak for the Trees, Diana Beresford-Kroeger = anarcho*entheo*animism   The post The Visionary Activist Show – anarcho*entheo*animism festival continues appeared first on KPFA.

Adventures Through The Mind
Swimming In The Sacred: Wisdom From The Psychedelic Underground | Rachel Harris

Adventures Through The Mind

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 120:32


Rachel Harris, PhD joins us to talk about her new book, Swimming In The Sacred Swimming in the Sacred offers a revelatory look into the past half-century of psychedelics use via in-depth interviews Harris conducted with women elders who have worked underground guiding sacred entheogenic journeys to cultivate insight, healing, and spiritual development.    Specifically, we talk about working with unseen worlds and unseen others; thin veils, absorption, and being accidentally overdosed by psychedelics; the uncanny connection between guide and journeyer during ceremony; and how psychedelic guiding work is NOT therapy and how therapy and guiding are two different skill sets. Furthermore, we talk about the complexity of good dosing; the value of lower doses and the risks of putting larger doses on a pedestal; the strange emerging phenomenon of “competitive ego deathing”; and learning to work with life in a bigger way by learning to let our psychedelic insights work on us over time. We talk about the risks of harm and abuse in both under- and above-ground psychedelic therapy; the difference between certification and qualification; how we lose our capacity to properly skill psychedelic guides in our rush to certify as many as possible to meet a massive demand; how to assess if a provider is trustworthy and skilled; and why psychedelic therapists NEED to experience psychedelics themselves. ... For links to Rachel's work, full show notes and supportive materials, and a link to watch this episode in video, head to bit.ly/ATTMind179   *** FULL TOPICS BREAKDOWN BELOW**>>> Episode Art is a modified version of La Medicina Vive En Mi by the incredible Luis Tamani   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Patreon: https://patreon.com/jameswjesso Paypal Donation: https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=383635S3BKJVS Tip Me on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/jameswjesso 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, Joe A, Nanci BF, Heather S, and Heartwood Mushrooms ——    Episode Breakdown (0:00) Opening (4:08) Guest Bio (6:23 ) Patreon thanks | Support The Show (7:55) Interview begins (10:08) The research behind Swimming In The Sacred (12:10) Focusing on the value of the wisdom of women guides, specifically (14:22) How women have been doubly silenced in psychedelic circles (21:11) These guides aren't therapists; their work is not therapy (24:14) The capacity to work with unseen worlds is not necessarily available to all of us (29:21) Thin veils, absorption, and being accidentally overdosed by psychedelics (30:57) The complexity of good dosing | “Competitive Ego Deathing” (34:11) Therapists DO NOT need to dose with their client (34:44) Psychedelic therapists NEED to experience psychedelics | sitting and therapy are separate skills (41:47) The uncanny connection between guide and journeyer during ceremony (45:20) Modern psychedelic research is lacking collaboration with the wisdom of the underground (49:40) We lose capacity for skillfulness in psychedelic guidance when we rush to certify psychedelic therapists (53:18) The difference between certified and qualified (53:52) What to ask a psychedelic guide to determine if they are trustworthy (55:28) What is lost when psychedelics become a mainstream institution (56:14) Psychedelic guidance is not about symptom reductions (57:51) Addressing the risk of abuse in psychedelic therapy (1:07:27) Therapists, heal thyself | “Waking up” does not amount to “cleaning up” (1:08:51) Waking up, Cleaning up, Growing up, Looking around (1:11:13) Working with life in a bigger way (1:13:59) The value of lower doses and the risks of putting larger doses on a pedestal  (1:24:29) The strange trend of overdosed microdosing supplements (1:25:40) Psychedelic insights work on you over time, if you support them in doing so (1:34:03) Be careful not to psychologize spiritual experiences (1:39:56) Discerning between a “message from the medicine” and ego projection (1:42:51) Psilocybin-assisted Therapy Vs Therapy-assisted Psilocybin (1:44:57) Advice for people who want to become psychedelic therapists (1:47:09) Advice for therapists who want to start providing psychedelic therapy  (1:48:07) Ketamine Therapy is NOT Psychedelic Therapy (1:50:50) Advice for people who want to become underground guides (1:52:43) Advice for finding a psychedelic guide you can trust (1:54:27) Advice for people who want to develop a life practice with psychedelic plants (1:56:41) “Swimming In The Sacred” comes from Maria Sabina (1:57:58) Follow-up links (1:58:55) Closing   Rachel's other interviews on Adventures Through The Mind Integrating Ayahuasca (and "her" voice in your head) w/ Rachel Harris Ph.D. ~ Ep. 63 What Psychedelic Can Teach Us About Dealing With Crisis - Psychedelic Café 2

The Liberated Healer
238. Rachel Harris, Phd, went underground to show the wisdom and dangers regarding psychedelics through her interviewing women elders

The Liberated Healer

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 47:53


Once associated only with 1960s counterculture, the use of entheogens, or psychedelics, is currently edging toward the mainstream with more than 30 million people in the United States having used psychedelics, according to a 2010 national survey.  Bestselling author Michael Pollan wrote about his trips, and the National Institutes of Health is studying the efficacy of psilocybin and MDMA for treatment of PTSD, addiction, depression, and end-of-life anxiety.    However, as author and researcher Rachel Harris, PhD, shows in Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground, there is wisdom that is in danger of being lost as our legal and medical institutions embrace these extraordinary medicines.   “Current psychedelic research is laying a foundation for how these medicines will be used therapeutically with a limited number of counseling sessions to prepare, support, and minimally integrate the experience,” writes Harris. “These research protocols may be significantly different from the best practices developed over decades of work by guides in the underground psychedelic community. It's very important that we don't lose their hard-earned knowledge.”   Swimming in the Sacred offers a revelatory look into the past half century of psychedelics use via in-depth interviews Harris conducted with women elders who have worked underground guiding sacred entheogenic journeys to cultivate insight, healing, and spiritual development.     "The women elders have thousands of hours of experience with entheogens via their own journeys and guiding others, writes Harris. “They know that these medicines are a way of life, that they open us to larger worlds, that integration is a life-long process." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life, Death and the Space Between
Keeping Psychedelics Sacred - Rachel Harris Ph.D

Life, Death and the Space Between

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 49:20


Are you in favor of medicalizing psychedelics? Or does the divergence from sacred traditions bother you?   Today we talk with Rachel Harris, Ph.D, a psychologist of over 40 years who has spent time meeting with women in the psychedelic underground doing the work to keep psychedelics sacred, some of who have been practicing for as long as Rachel has been a psychologist.   Listen in to learn more about the pros and cons of medicalized psychedelic research, the sacred practices being left out of therapeutic psychedelic use, psychedelics for death and dying, and more! ***********************************************   SUPPORT DR. AMY ROBBINS:   If you're enjoying the podcast and finding value in guest interviews, ghost stories, and the content I share, please consider supporting the show by becoming a Patreon member for as little as $5 a month at Patreon.com/DrAmyRobbins   As a member you'll get more say in the content we cover and exclusive access to behind-the-scenes goodness!   Stay Connected with Dr. Amy Robbins:   Instagram YouTube Website Facebook   *********************************************** FOLLOW RACHEL HARRIS: Find out more about Rachel and her books on her website.   Rachel's book, “Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground” is available on Amazon. (affiliate) Life, Death and the Space Between is brought to you by: Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive Producer PJ Duke | Executive Producer Extrassaus | Audio & Video Editing Mara Stallins | Outreach & Social Media Strategy Claire | Claireperk.com | Podcast Cover Design

Psychedelic Therapy Frontiers
Swimming in the Sacred and wisdom from the psychedelic underground with Dr. Rachel Harris

Psychedelic Therapy Frontiers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 67:26


In today's episode of Psychedelic Therapy Frontiers, Dr. Steve Thayer and Dr. Reid Robison are joined by Dr. Rachel Harris to discuss her new book, Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom From the Psychedelic Underground. Rachel is a psychologist with a 40-year history as a therapist, researcher, and author. Today she walks us through the insights she's gleaned from interviewing women who have been practicing as guides in the psychedelic underground for decades.Come and attend the MAPS Psychedelic Science 2023 conference, Numinus is offering an exclusive 20% discount code to our PTF Podcast listeners. To get 20% off the  registration price, click this link (https://bit.ly/3kzoofk) and use the code NWI20 at checkout.Learn more about our psychedelic training programs at HERE and use code PTF10 at checkout for 10% off!Learn more about our podcast at https://numinus.com/podcast/Learn more about psychedelic therapy training opportunities at https://numinus.com/our-training-selection/Learn more about Numinus at https://numinus.com/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstevethayer/https://www.instagram.com/innerspacedoctor/https://www.instagram.com/numinushealth/

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New Thinking Allowed Audio Podcast
Psychedelics and the Soul with Rachel Harris

New Thinking Allowed Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 71:18


Rachel Harris, PhD, a psychologist, is author of Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addictions, PTSD, and Anxiety. Her newest book is Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground. Her website is http://www.swimminginthesacred.com In this interview she shares insights gleaned from interviews with fifteen women who serve as spiritual guides during psychedelic … Continue reading "Psychedelics and the Soul with Rachel Harris"

Spirit Matters
Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground with Rachel Harris

Spirit Matters

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 60:10


Psychologist Rachel Harris, author of Listening to Ayahuasca, joins us to discuss her fascinating new book, Swimming in the Sacred. In recent years, entheogens, aka psychedelics, have enjoyed a resurgence of interest since research on the substances was halted amidst the abuses of the 1960s. Studies undertaken at prestigious universities have been demonstrating the therapeutic applications of the "medicines." While she, like many psychologists and physicians, consider this a promising, if not transformative, development, Dr. Harris is concerned that "research protocols may be significantly different from the best practices developed over decades of work by guides in the underground psychedelic community." We discussed exactly what that hard-earned wisdom consists of and the potential psychospiritual benefits of the careful use of entheogens.  Find out about Psychologist Rachel Harris Find books from Philip Goldberg and other MindBodySpirit.fm podcast hosts in the online store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shrink Rap Radio Psychology Interviews: Exploring brain, body, mind, spirit, intuition, leadership, research, psychotherapy a

Rachel Harris, PhD, is the author of Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground and Listening to Ayahuasca. A psychologist who has been in private practice for 40 years, she spent 10 years in an academic research department where she published more than 40 scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals and received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award. Rachel splits her time between an island in Maine and the San Francisco Bay Area. Visit her online at http://www.swimminginthesacred.com Sign up for 10% off of Shrink Rap Radio CE credits at the Zur Institute

The Sacred Speaks
96: Rachel Harris – Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground

The Sacred Speaks

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 114:18


Interview begins @ 3:53 In this enlightening episode of The Sacred Speaks, host Dr. John Price converses with Dr. Rachel Harris, who shares insights from her latest book, "Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground". Dr. Harris illuminates her interview process with 15 veteran female guides from the psychedelic underground, revealing their enduring commitment to the spiritual over the medicalized use of these compounds. The discussion delves into the reasons these guides remain in the underground despite societal changes and legalization, attributing it to their belief in the greater spiritual and religious value of psychedelics. The disparity between psychotherapy and the spiritually-oriented approach these guides embody is examined, with Dr. Harris emphasizing that the spiritual process stands alone, independent yet not exclusive of therapy. The conversation explores the ontology of the visionary or “unseen others”, often present in psychedelic experiences, the transformative power of psychedelics, the voices of doubly silenced women, the unique bond women share with these medicines, and the relevance of cultural frameworks for the sacred. They also touch on the importance of selecting an ethical guide, concerns about the healer's ethical wellbeing, and the profound link between death and the psychedelic experience, and the importance and nature of integration for psychedelic process. Bio: Dr. Rachel Harris is a respected psychologist, prolific author, and eminent figure in the realm of psychospiritual development. She spent thirty-five years in private practice, focusing on individuals seeking psychospiritual growth. Rachel has an impressive research career, having received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award and publishing over forty scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals. She has also shared her expertise with Fortune 500 companies. Rachel participated in the 1968 Esalen Residential Program, an intensive six-month meditation and bodywork course. She also studied Structural Awareness, a movement system founded on Dr. Ida Rolf's Structural Integration. This awareness of body consciousness deeply influences her psychotherapeutic approach. In the mid-1980s to early 2000s, Rachel facilitated workshops at esteemed institutions like Omega Institute, NY, and Esalen Institute, CA. She is the author of "Twenty Minute Retreats," which details the exercises she taught in her workshops. A serendipitous encounter with ayahuasca in Costa Rica in 2005 sparked Rachel's interest in the therapeutic potential of this medicine. This led to a three-year research project, culminating in "A Study of Ayahuasca Use in North America," and her influential book "Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Anxiety." She has recently authored "Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground." https://www.swimminginthesacred.com Website for The Sacred Speaks: http://www.thesacredspeaks.com WATCH: YouTube for The Sacred Speaks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOAuksnpfht1udHWUVEO7Rg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesacredspeaks/ @thesacredspeaks Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesacredspeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesacredspeaks/ Brought to you by: https://www.thecenterforhas.com Theme music provided by: http://www.modernnationsmusic.com

Chicago Psychology Podcast
The Wisdom of Psychedelic Elders with Dr. Rachel Harris, PhD

Chicago Psychology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 55:06


Join us on this episode of The Psychology Talk Podcast as we delve into the extraordinary realm of entheogens and the wisdom they hold. Once confined to counterculture circles, the use of psychedelics is now inching closer to the mainstream, with millions of Americans having experienced their transformative effects.Our guest, acclaimed author and researcher Rachel Harris, PhD, sheds light on the evolving landscape of psychedelic exploration and the potential loss of invaluable knowledge as legal and medical institutions embrace these powerful medicines.In her latest book, "Swimming in the Sacred: Wisdom from the Psychedelic Underground," released on May 9, 2023, Harris presents an illuminating retrospective of psychedelics' last fifty years. Drawing from in-depth interviews with female elders who have served as guides in the underground psychedelic community, Harris uncovers the hidden insights, healing potential, and spiritual growth cultivated through sacred entheogenic journeys.While current psychedelic research focuses on therapeutic applications involving limited counseling sessions, Harris emphasizes the need to honor the hard-earned knowledge amassed by seasoned guides. She highlights the disparity between research protocols and the best practices developed over decades of underground work, urging us not to overlook the invaluable wisdom gained through these experiences.Dr. Rachel Harris brings a wealth of expertise to the conversation. With a Ph.D. in psychology and over four decades of private practice, she also spent ten years in an academic research department, publishing numerous scientific studies and receiving recognition such as the National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award.Splitting her time between a serene island in Maine and the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, Harris has become a prominent voice in the field of psychedelics.To learn more about Dr. Rachel Harris and her work, visit her online athttps://www.swimminginthesacred.comhttp://www.listeningtoayahuasca.comThe Psychology Talk Podcast is a unique conversation about psychology around the globe. Your host Dr. Scott Hoye discusses psychology and mental health trends with practitioners and experts to keep you informed about issues and trends in the industry. Dr. Hoye is a clinical psychologist and the director of Chicago Psychology Services, in Chicago, IL., USA.https://psych-talk.comhttps://www.instagram.com/psychtalkpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/psychtalkpodcasthttps://chicagopsychservices.com

KPFA - The Visionary Activist Show
The Visionary Activist Show – Swimming in the Sacred

KPFA - The Visionary Activist Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 32:52


The Planet and the Plants can save us – if we learn to humbly cooperate… Waxing Buddha's Full Moon, Pluto stationing, Mercury retro inviting us back to the garden… of entheo supportive guiding: Caroline re-hosts Rachel Harris, author of “Listening to Ayahuasca,” whose latest cultural contribution be “Swimming in the Sacred- Women from the Psychedelic Underground” lest we tame entheogens by re-packaging as “therapy.” “There is wisdom that is in danger of being lost as our legal and medical institutions embrace these extraordinary Medicines.” Haitian proverb : “When the anthropologist arrives – the gods depart.” Psychologist Rachel Harris, PhD, was in private practice for thirty-five years working with people interested in psychospiritual development. During a decade working in research, Rachel received a National Institutes of Health New Investigator's Award and published more than forty scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals. https://www.swimminginthesacred.com/     Support The Visionary Activist Show on Patreon for weekly Chart & Themes ($4/month) and more… *Woof*Woof*Wanna*Play?!?* The post The Visionary Activist Show – Swimming in the Sacred appeared first on KPFA.

Psychedelic Psoul
Episode 89. Kaleidoscope & Country Joe & The Fish

Psychedelic Psoul

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2022 62:25


Two distinct bands of the Psychedelic age and from the west coast were Kaleidoscope from Los Angeles and Country Joe & The Fish from Berkeley. Kaleidoscope were an eccentric and experimental band that utilized many forms of stringed instruments and featured guitar great David Lindley. Country Joe & The Fish were similarly musically experimental and wrote in contemporary themes of the times. They sang about the cultural shift occurring among the generations. They openly protested the Vietnam War and they were leading proponents of the San Francisco Sound and of the Psychedelic Underground.  Both bands leave an enduring legacy.Please feel free to donate or Tip the show at sonictyme@yahoo.comPlease have a look at these special interest sites.If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's HospitalMake an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org)Get your Vegan Collagen Gummies from Earth & Elle, available thru Amazon at this link.Amazon.com: Earth & Elle Vegan Collagen Gummies - Non-GMO Biotin Gummies, Vitamin A, E, C - Plant Based Collagen Supplements for Healthier Hair, Skin, Nails - 60 Chews of Orange Flavored Gummies, Made in USA : Health & HouseholdKathy Bushnell Website for Emily Muff bandHome | Kathy Bushnell | Em & MooListen to previous shows at the main webpage at:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1329053Pamela Des Barres Home page for books, autographs, clothing and online writing classes.Pamela Des Barres | The Official Website of the Legendary Groupie and Author (pameladesbarresofficial.com)Listen to more music by Laurie Larson at:Home | Shashké Music and Art (laurielarson.net)View the most amazing paintings by Marijke Koger-Dunham (Formally of the 1960's artists collective, "The Fool").Psychedelic, Visionary and Fantasy Art by Marijke Koger (marijkekogerart.com)For unique Candles have a look at Stardust Lady's Etsy shopWhere art and armor become one where gods are by TwistedByStardust (etsy.com)For your astrological chart reading, contact Astrologer Tisch Aitken at:https://www.facebook.com/AstrologerTisch/Tarot card readings by Kalinda available atThe Mythical Muse | FacebookEmma Bonner-Morgan Facebook music pageThe Music Of Emma Bonner-Morgan | FacebookFor booking Children's parties and character parties in the Los Angeles area contact Kalinda Gray at:https://www.facebook.com/wishingwellparties/I'm listed in Feedspot's "Top 10 Psychedelic Podcasts You Must Follow". https://blog.feedspot.com/psychedelic_podcasts/

Modern Psychedelics
031 | Dr. Rachel Harris Contrasts Psychedelic Research and the Psychedelic Underground

Modern Psychedelics

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 66:46


In today's episode we speak with the incredible Dr. Rachel Harris who you may recognize as the Author of "Listening to Ayahuasca: New Hope for Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Anxiety." Rachel Harris, PhD is a Psychologist with both a research and a clinical background. She was in the 1968 Residential Program at Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA and remained on the staff for a number of years. During the decade she worked in academic research, Rachel received a New Investigator's Award from the National Institutes of Health and published over forty scientific studies in peer-reviewed journals. She also worked as a psychological consultant to Fortune 500 companies including the UN. Rachel was in private psychotherapy practice for thirty-five years specializing in people interested in psycho-spiritual development. In this episode we dive deep into the life-changing magic of Ayahuasca and how this medicine has changed Rachel's life in profound ways.  What we talked about:Shared death experiences & near death experiencesHow Rachel found Ayahuasca later in lifeInterviewing underground elders for Rachel's new bookThe role Ayahuasca played in making sense of the the death and the passing of Rachel's fatherHow Ayahuasca changed Rachel's life and promoted her research Ayahuasca for 3 yearsRelationships with the spirit of Ayhauasca, can “co-writing” a book with the spirit of Grandmother AyahuascaSwimming in the sacred realms and Maria SabinaWomen devoted to their psychological healing and spiritual developmentHow relationships with plant medicines help with integrationHow Ayahuasca is used in the Santo Diam traditionRachel's concerns about the integration of Ayahuasca into Modern Western societyThe future of the Psychedelic Psychotherapy fieldHow to known when you are receiving the callMentioned in the episode:Listening to AyahuascaEslan InstituteMaria SabinaPsychedelic Psychotherapy [book]Donate to the podcast via PayPalHave you gained new insights and perspectives from us and our guests? Consider sending financial energy our way to help support to cost of creating this powerful content.If this episode sparked something within, please let us know and leave us a review!More Modern Psychedelics: Instagram | Facebook  | WebsiteMore Lana: Instagram | YouTube| WebsiteMore Zoey:Instagram | YouTube| Website

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PUNK Therapy | Psychedelic Underground Neural Kindness

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 1:34


This podcast is dedicated to the exploration and communication of somatic relational trauma-informed practices woven with psychedelic and earth-based medicines. We welcome from the underground the experience of practitioners dedicated to the ethical, creative and embodied use of medicines in therapeutic and ceremonial settings. Our kindness seeks to bridge the lived experience of the underground, the indigenous ways, the institutional studies, and the direct knowledge of those humans seeking to expand their consciousness and heal on all levels.Be sure to subscribe now so you don't miss the upcoming launch of the podcast!https://www.punktherapy.com