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In this episode, Beth sat down with Jules Evans, an author, director of the Challenging Psychedelic Experiences Project, and editor of Ecstatic Integration. Join them as they discuss the positivity bias in the psychedelic industry and the challenges some face including “bad trips,” abuse, and the risks associated with taking psychedelics. Jules shares his personal experience with psychological difficulties following a bad trip and how it led him to explore cognitive behavioral therapy, stoicism, and ultimately, the intersection of philosophy and psychedelics. They also discuss the importance of informed consent in psychedelic practices, the future of the industry, and the ongoing research Jules is doing aimed at enhancing understanding and safety in psychedelic use.

This week, Beth is joined by James McCrae, an author, meme poet, and teacher. James shares his journey into art and poetry and some insight into his books. He also shares his insights into the creative process and the power of taking risks, being vulnerable, and being authentic. It takes a deep knowledge and connection to self to create art, and James shares how, with time, you can learn to “sing the song that only you can sing” with your art. He and Beth also discuss the impact of AI on art, the creative process, and society as a whole. James shares more about The Sunflower Club, where he helps people express themselves artistically rather than suppressing themselves.

Join Beth as she shares her thoughts on money, abundance, and the deep work needed if you want to be in a more aligned space. It’s easy to get caught up in a pattern of negativity when things get tough, but the key to growth and alignment is to get out of your own way and do the inner work necessary to witness your conscious and subconscious belief patterns change around the things that matter most. Beth also shares how you can join her in her seven-week program, YOU ARE THE MEDICINE, and start producing an inner shift in your patterns and belief systems that might keep you from abundance.

Tune in to a fascinating episode of 'Medicine for These Times' to hear Beth Weinstein and Acacea Sherman-Lewis discuss how Acacea bridges the gap between Western philosophy and religion, and animistic, polytheistic non-Western traditions through storytelling, research, and traditional entheogenic practices.

Acacea shares her personal journey from being homeschooled and exploring her obsession with science and botany to developing her school, Divine Master Alchemy, where she teaches about the use of entheogens in various cultures and how these practices can deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world.

Beth and Acacea also discuss the broader implications of using psychedelic substances for self-discovery, highlighting the importance of internal transformation and service over ‘self-help’. Acacea offers listeners a glimpse into the future of her unique brand of psychedelic education, which includes the development of an interactive VR ‘book’ designed to deepen engagement with entheogenic plants and practices.

Join Beth Weinstein for a juicy episode of 'Medicine for These Times' with Dr. Cat Meyer, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in sex, trauma, and psychedelics. Dr. Cat shares her journey from overcoming sexual trauma to embracing a career dedicated to integrating sexual and psychedelic healing.

Dr. Kat discusses her clinical work with psychedelics, including ketamine, and how these substances can help redefine sexual experiences and aid in trauma healing. She also delves into ethical considerations and necessity for proper training and integrity in both the psychedelic and sexual therapy spaces.

Other topics Beth and Dr. Cat explore include the rise of new sexual liberation movements, the necessity of shadow work for therapists, and the critical role ongoing integration plays following psychedelic experiences, and the challenges of navigating the 'wild west' of the current psychedelic environment.

This week Beth Wenstien welcomes back Tricia Eastman, a medicine woman, artist, speaker and writer. Tricia shares about her upcoming book, Seeding Consciousness, inspired by spiritual revelations from many years working with psychedelic medicines. Her book will orient you towards deeper self-understanding and helpful practices for integration after psychedelic experiences, and also offers wisdom about how to connect with your soul and ancestors. The conversation explores the challenges Tricia faced in writing the book, the importance of understanding archetypes, the concept of initiation, the power of ‘spiritual’ names, and how essential it is to constantly purify yourself to remain connected with your soul.