Interview with a schizophrenic Duncan Samarasinghe

We welcome back Frank today. He was my first ever Guest, and is always interesting. We talk about his Paranormal Tour of America. Frank is creating a Youtube channel journalling his experiences.
Frank's Website:
https://bit.ly/4aXXHWh
#schizophrenia #paranormal #psychosis
Music: Binaural Alpha - Syntropy
00:00:30: Introduction
00:01:16: Frank's Background & Arrival
00:01:36: Discussing Frank's Mental Health
00:02:45: Coping Mechanisms & Tools
00:03:23: Importance of Artwork for Frank
00:04:17: Embarking on New Projects & Travel Adventures
00:05:12: Frank's New YouTube Channel
00:06:07: Discussing Paranormal Activities at Bobby Mackey's Music World
00:08:12: Relation Between Paranormal & Schizophrenia
00:10:55: Visit to Bobby Mackey's Music World: Discoveries & Interpretations
00:13:49: Discussion on Protection from Negative Energies
00:19:22: Frank's Understanding of Synchronicities in Psychosis
00:22:57: Impact of Locality on Mindset & Energy
00:24:10: Explanation of Energy Vibrations
00:25:19: Discussion on low vibrational energy and near death experiences
00:26:19: Howard Storm's near death experience
00:27:13: Encountering spirits and concept of low vibrational spirit planes
00:28:06: Stories of encountering trapped spirits
00:29:19: Discussion on current low vibration and importance of caring for our energetic bodies
00:30:43: Importance of clarity and understanding when dealing with lower vibrational frequencies
00:31:33: Observations on ancient high vibrational creations like standing stones and pyramids
00:33:18: Significance of the internet in exploring and understanding paranormal phenomena
00:35:55: Closure of current discussion with an invitation for further exploration on UFOs and NDEs
00:36:36: Closing remarks and reference to Frank's YouTube channel
00:37:54: Mention of binaural beats in the podcast outro.

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We welcome back Georgie for a second episode. Today we talk more deeply about her experiences with hallucinations. Hearing voices is a common symptom for people with schizophrenia, and it is still very much misunderstood.
#hallucinations #rehab #schizophrenia
00:00:00: Introduction and Welcome
00:01:51: Georgie starts to share her backstory
00:02:22: Understanding misconceptions about hallucinations
00:03:14: Emergence of voices and feeling a spiritual connection
00:04:07: The impact of voices on Georgie's life
00:06:29: Georgie's addiction and rehab experience
00:09:48: Shift to isolation and implications on mental health
00:11:13: Delving into Georgie's Schizophrenic Delusions
00:12:05: Hospitalization, Diagnosis, and Medication.
00:16:27: Struggle with diagnosis and returning to shared reality
00:18:36: Importance of diet and exercise in mental health
00:20:27: Embarrassment Georgie feels towards her hallucinations
00:24:57: Looking into the future, moving away from a spiritual path.
26:34: Personal Reflections and Overcoming Challenges
27:00: Discussion on Exercise and Care for Elderly Mother
27:56: Sharing Personal Stories and Hallucinations Experience
28:30: Closing Remarks and Future Plans
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We welcome Ben back today. Ben is from the USA, and has had an interesting history and is currently working as a counsellor. Today we had a freestyle wide ranging discussion about life, which is a new aspect for Season 3.
#schizoaffective #education #gaza
Music : Koan I (Theta 5 Hz) - Syntropy
00:00:30: Introduction to the episode
00:00:36: Welcoming the guest, Benjamin
00:01:11: Background details of Benjamin
00:01:33: Start of the discussion about psychosis
00:02:08: Benjamin's life updates
00:02:23: Benjamin's new internship experience
00:03:04: Reminders of addiction and struggles
00:03:24: The importance of giving back to the community
00:04:31: The impact of Podcasting for schizophrenia
00:06:13: Starting off with Questions for Benjamin
00:06:44: Discussing paranormal experiences
00:08:01: Exploring the idea of precognition
00:08:27: The concept of a third consciousness
00:09:47: Talking about influencing spirit
00:10:08: Benjamin's views on good and bad spirits
00:13:40: Criticizing the western education system
00:14:30: Discussing ancient history and its comparison to modern life
00:16:04: Talking about the importance of teaching emotions
00:18:03: Importance of feeling the situation
00:18:58: Discussing the benefits of mathematics and logical thinking
00:20:03: Importance of conquering fear
00:21:46: Discussing the necessity of soft skills over hard subjects like calculus
00:22:30: The struggles of teenage years and benefits of psychology.
00:23:05: Discussing bullying and societal norms
00:24:33: Discussing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
00:25:20: Discussing the Russia-Ukraine situation
00:26:41: Discussing the disappearance of Kate Middleton
00:30:25: Discussing the dependency on technology and the internet
00:33:03: Discussing the decline of quality on Reddit
00:34:39: Discussing the uniqueness of schizophrenic thinking
00:35:48: Conclusion and plans for next episode
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We welcome Generation X Georgie today. From Australia, Georgie gives her background to her psychosis. From battling substance misuse to the metaphysical and nature of death and reality, we hear a valuable story.
#neardeathexperience #substancemisuse #chakras
00:00:05: Introduction and welcoming Georgie
00:00:44: Georgie's mental health journey begins
00:02:26: Georgie's battle with anorexia
00:03:01: Substance abuse and recovery
00:03:54: Georgie's life in the
00:07:11: Georgie's struggle with depression and anxiety
00:08:37: Beginning of psychosis
00:10:08: Attempted suicide and near-death experience
00:13:56: Georgie starts to meditate and opens her chakras
00:18:04: Georgie begins hearing voices
00:20:35: Belief in reincarnation and dealing with life events
00:23:04: Belief in communication with beings in another dimension
00:26:23: Wrapping up part one and planning for part two.
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We welcome back JK. In this episode Joshua talks more deeply about his psychosis & hallucinations. We hear details of the chronic trauma he goes through, a malaise common to schizophrenics, and a reminder why we need to keep raising awareness.
#schizophrenia #hallucinations #trauma
Music: Lafayette Blues - Will Harrison
00:00:30: Introduction to the episode.
00:00:37: Welcoming Joshua.
00:01:03: Discussing Joshua's Psychotic Symptoms.
00:01:29: Interview Starts with Joshua.
00:02:57: Joshua begins sharing his journey and his psychosis.
00:06:00: Joshua's experiences with his changing psychosis.
00:07:48: Examining the effects of Joshua's psychosis on his behavior.
00:08:34: Joshua's struggles with social situations and public discourse.
00:10:05: Joshua’s perspective on the evolution of mental health for people with severe conditions.
00:14:00: Joshua's recent experiences with hallucinations and commands.
00:15:07: Tactile hallucinations and the perceived presence of bugs in Joshua's body.
00:16:57: Discussion about Joshua's hallucinations and experiences.
00:19:34: Lighter commentary on Joshua's hallucinations.
00:20:27: Acknowledgment of the chronic torture of living with psychosis.
00:21:30: Discussing the genetic nature and impacts of the condition
00:22:19: Struggling with acceptance and denial of the condition
00:23:46: Commentary on the medical system in America
00:25:03: Process of applying for disability and its challenges
00:26:13: Final thoughts, seeking empathy and understanding for schizophrenia
00:27:58: Reasons to be hopeful despite mental health challenges
00:28:39: Closing remarks and plans for the future episodes
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We welcome back Benjamin for further discussion today. Ben, talks more about his mental journey from his 20s to the present day. We touch on the aspect of pre-cognition, a characteristic feature of psychotic experiences.
#precognition #energies #loss
Music: House of Cards - Wellmess feat. Divity
00:00:30: Welcome to the Interview
00:00:41: Introducing Guest - Benjamin
00:01:27: Start of Benjamin's story
00:17:07: The Ineffectiveness of the Modern-Day Schooling System
00:18:19: Losing Things in His
00:20:45: Benjamin's Struggle with the Law
00:22:14: Moment of Realization and Self-Acceptance
00:23:08: Benjamin Checking Himself into Rehab
00:23:14: Checking into rehab at
00:24:09: The turning point leading to rehab at
00:26:02: Entering final rehab and maintaining sobriety
00:27:15: Discussing psychotic experiences
00:30:20: Closing and thank you message
00:30:54: Outro Song
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