A New Way of Being Why Nothing Is Really Wrong (Ayahuasca & Interconnectedness)
Sep 10, 2025
Discover how shamanic traditions reframe setbacks as essential components of life's journey. Explore the profound impact of ayahuasca in revealing the interconnectedness of all beings. The discussion emphasizes that empathy and connection can alleviate suffering and foster collective healing. learn how a shift from control to connection can lead to compassion and greater well-being for individuals and communities alike.
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Reframe Setbacks As Part Of The Whole
- Simon Mundie suggests that shamanic perspectives treat setbacks as integral parts of a whole, reducing resistance.
- Adopting this view lessens unnecessary psychological suffering caused by resisting life's vicissitudes.
Leaders Have Taken Part In Retreats
- Jeff McNairy recounts high-profile guests like senators and mayors attending his medically licensed ayahuasca retreat.
- He notes their enthusiasm and slow institutional interest despite efforts to open doors.
Interconnectedness Trumps Materialist Individualism
- Simon Mundie and Jeff McNairy contrast materialist, individualist models with interconnectedness as a healing paradigm.
- They argue that recognizing connection reduces competition and supports decisions for the greater good.