Dedication to Personal Growth in the Psychedelic Underground Movement

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Exploring the years of dedication required for personal growth in the psychedelic underground movement, including the training of women by renowned figures like Stan Groff and Ralph Metzner. The chapter highlights the importance of listening to women's voices and recommends books on psychedelic therapy and shamanistic practices.

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.

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