Shamanism, Toltec Wisdom, and the Nature of Attention

Troy Valencia is an accomplished researcher, author, musician, and practitioner with a unique interdisciplinary background in science, psychology, and traditional Bwiti spiritual practice. He holds Master's degrees in Analytical Chemistry and East-West Psychology and is completing his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.

Troy is also the founder of Root & Wisdom, an Iboga platform in Costa Rica with his wife Joaly Trinidad, and the founder of Sacred Roots Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to supporting Indigenous peoples and communities. Of Gabonese lineage on his paternal side, Troy integrates his cultural heritage with scientific and psychological expertise.

This podcast will focus on his new work, Living Beyond the Mind: The End of Personal Suffering (2025). For more information about Troy and his blessed life, please see: https://rootandwisdom.com/our-team/

https://www.instagram.com/troyvalencia_/

This podcast is available your favorite podcast platform, or here:

https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-316-troy-valencia-living-beyond-the-mindbwitiremembering

Have a blessed weekend!