Ethnobotany and Healing

Here’s a fantastic podcast with ethnobotanist Dr. Glenn Shephard, a leading expert in plant medicine.

We explore how ethnobotany exemplifies the holistic, interdisciplinary approach to health that many aspire to create. Dr. Shepard shares his insights into the deep connection between plants and people, as well as the wisdom of indigenous cultures, where health is viewed as a balance of mind, body, and spirit. We also explore the importance of how storytelling can serve as a powerful catalyst for personal and collective healing.

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Psilocybin for Inner Healing Depression

The journey to healing from depression often demands more than just symptom management; it requires a deep, inner transformation that addresses the root of emotional distress.

This inner healing process is crucial for those suffering from depression, as it can lead to more profound and lasting recovery.

Emerging research on psychedelics, particularly psilocybin, is shedding light on how these substances might facilitate this essential aspect of healing, offering new hope for individuals struggling with depression.

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Psychedelics and Prolonged Grief Disorder

Psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA may be a promising treatment avenue for Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD).

Randomized clinical trials demonstrated the efficacy of psilocybin in reducing symptom severity in depression and MDMA in reducing PTSD symptomatology.

Furthermore, psychedelics often produce subjective effects (such as transcendence, mystical experiences, and a sense of oneness) that may be uniquely relevant to the existential distress experienced in PGD.

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