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episode 119: Psychedelic Healing: Understanding the Intersection of Consciousness and Transformation with Special Guest Dr. Jahan Khamsehzadeh
Psychedelic Healing: Understanding the Intersection of Consciousness and Transformation with Special Guest Dr. Jahan Khamsehzadeh, Ph.D
In an episode, Special Guest Jahan Khamsehzadeh, Ph.D discusses his deep understanding of the use of psychedelics for spiritual and therapeutic purposes. With academic background in consciousness and transformation studies and practical experience in somatic psychotherapy and the Mazatec mushroom tradition, Dr. Khamsehzadeh has extensively studied the impact of psychedelics on the human consciousness and its potential as a therapeutic tool. He also highlights the historical, cultural, and religious significance of psychedelic use and statements that such plant medicines can help humans feel connected, authentic, and whole. He advises those interested in psychedelics to approach it with an open mind and ensure they're in a safe, supportive environment, optimally with a trained professional.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Presentation
01:51 Guest's Journey into Psychedelics
02:33 Understanding Psychedelics and Consciousness
03:18 Psychedelics and Skepticism
03:38 Psychedelics and Mental Health
04:31 Psychedelics and Safety
05:57 Psychedelics and Spirituality
06:47 Psychedelics and Personal Experience
07:58 Challenges and Struggles with Psychedelics
11:45 Psychedelics and Creativity
13:15 Psychedelics and Legalization
22:10 Psychedelics and Cultural History
26:48 Psychedelics and Future Prospects
32:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
About Our Guest: Jahan Khamsehzadeh, Ph.D. completed his dissertation on psychedelics in the Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness program at the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) in San Francisco. His book, The Psilocybin Connection: Psychedelics, the Transformation of Consciousness, and Evolution of the Planet—An Integral Approach, was his dissertation. He earned his Masters in Consciousness and Transformative Studies from John F. Kennedy University, and his Bachelors from the University of Arizona with a major in Philosophy and minors in Physics and Psychology. Aside from academic work, he has undergone several major trainings, including graduating from the Hakomi somatic-psychotherapy comprehensive training program and training within the Mazatec mushroom tradition. He assisted the Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy Certificate training at CIIS for two years and mentored at the newly emerging School of Consciousness Medicine. He works as a facilitator for legal psilocybin mushrooms ceremonies in Jamaica with Atman Retreats, one of the few opportunities offered worldwide where people can legally experience psilocybin. Jahan is on the PsiloHealth integration team, volunteers at the Zendo Project (which provides psychedelic harm reduction at festivals), and leads a monthly group called “Developing a Relationship with Sacred Mushrooms” with the San Francisco Psychedelic Society. You can watch videos and listen to podcasts he has been on at his website: www.PsychedelicEvolution.org
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