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We'd experience a lot less harm if we treated psychedelics like meditation rather than a Date With Destiny seminar. Unfortunately, the media (and many practitioners) have done their best to frame psychedelics as a magical one-and-done cure. What downstream effects does this cause? - Unreasonable expectations - Negative persisting outcomes - Starting with substances that are too powerful - Starting with dosing that is too high - Feelings of failure when it doesn't work - This list goes on and on... No one is good at meditation when they start. I think Yogananda used to say our minds are like drunken monkeys. At their core, psychedelics are a lot like meditation. Both in practice and in experience. Like the scanning technique used in Vipassana, psychedelics seek out low vibration energy in our body and help us transform, transmute, or liberate that energy. At their core, they are self-purification agents operating on the physical, psychological, and spiritual bodies. They just do it far faster than meditation. But expecting a full, deep cleaning in one day is not only unreasonable, it's dangerous. Removing decades of protective armour in a single day is a recipe for disaster. We can end up as infants wandering around in an adult world. All the same life responsibilities and none of the skills and protection. And yes, considering psychedelics in this way definitely exacerbates the accessibility issue even more. Multiple pre, experience, and integration cycles is not financially reasonable to most people. This is why community and group work has to become more standard. And yet another reason why practicing these medicines within the context of a "church" can be so powerful. Maybe if scientists and lawmakers would stop trying to shoehorn psychedelics into a box of their own making, we might actually make some progress. Until then, maybe it's the medicine - not the FDA - that is actually pulling the strings around here. 🧐🤔🤷♂️ #healingwithpsychedelics

We'd experience a lot less harm if we treated psychedelics like meditation rather than a Date With Destiny seminar. Unfortunately, the media (and many practitioners) have done their best to frame psychedelics as a magical one-and-done cure. What downstream effects does this cause? - Unreasonable expectations - Negative persisting outcomes - Starting with substances that are too powerful - Starting with dosing that is too high - Feelings of failure when it doesn't work - This list goes on and on... No one is good at meditation when they start. I think Yogananda used to say our minds are like drunken monkeys. At their core, psychedelics are a lot like meditation. Both in practice and in experience. Like the scanning technique used in Vipassana, psychedelics seek out low vibration energy in our body and help us transform, transmute, or liberate that energy. At their core, they are self-purification agents operating on the physical, psychological, and spiritual bodies. They just do it far faster than meditation. But expecting a full, deep cleaning in one day is not only unreasonable, it's dangerous. Removing decades of protective armour in a single day is a recipe for disaster. We can end up as infants wandering around in an adult world. All the same life responsibilities and none of the skills and protection. And yes, considering psychedelics in this way definitely exacerbates the accessibility issue even more. Multiple pre, experience, and integration cycles is not financially reasonable to most people. This is why community and group work has to become more standard. And yet another reason why practicing these medicines within the context of a "church" can be so powerful. Maybe if scientists and lawmakers would stop trying to shoehorn psychedelics into a box of their own making, we might actually make some progress. Until then, maybe it's the medicine - not the FDA - that is actually pulling the strings around here. 🧐🤔🤷♂️ #healingwithpsychedelics

🎙️ Have you ever heard of sophrology? If you are from the UK or USA, it's likely you haven't, yet it might just be the health secret to help you are after. I am joined by Dominique ANTIGLIO, a master sophrologist and the author of “The Life-Changing Power of Sophrology.” Dominique brings this little-known but powerful practice into the spotlight, offering a fresh perspective on achieving well-being and a balanced lifestyle amidst our hectic lives. This episode uncovers: 👉 The art of reconnecting with your inner self through sophrology 👉 Sophrology’s unique blend of body and mind awareness to combat stress and improve sleep 👉 Techniques to break free from negative self-talk and insomnia 👉 Strategies for building healthy habits and embracing self-love With Dominique's expert guidance, learn how sophrology, a practice at the crossroads of philosophy, psychology, and meditation, has transformed the lives of many, from the boardroom to the sports field. 🧘♀️✨ "What we hear, what we taste, what we see, etc., defines what we learn from the world and how we can then position ourselves towards it." - Dominique Antiglio Link below to listen now! ☟ https://lnkd.in/ePQ2nbXB #wellbeing #wellness #health #mentalhealth #selfcare #fitness #mindfulness #healthylifestyle #selflove #meditation #love #healing #motivation #mentalhealthawareness #yoga #healthyliving #anxiety #lifestyle #healthy #happiness #nutrition #inspiration #mentalhealthmatters #mindset #life #nature #therapy #relax #positivity #beauty

✨👉 This portrayal of beauty and light isn’t the path to true human healing from what I, my colleagues, and my clients have experienced. We’ve all been brainwashed to think that deep healing can occur by repeating a personal mantra that we need to pay for or filling up a forest’s worth of pretty journals with our favourite pen, alongside our perfect cup of designer herbal detox tea — all while Instagramming it up with stylish filters so we get the “like” validation that we’re doing a good job. THIS is not helping us. It’s delusional. The amount of unresolved trauma walking, or shall I say ‘floating’, around all zen’d out and ungrounded (known by some as spiritual bypassing) seems to be growing evermore and it seems to be thriving in tandem with the violence and hate that we ‘thought’ we’d grown out of. Not too long ago, a guru in the marketing world (whom I respect, deeply, and still do) predicted that mindfulness is going to bring humanity up a notch but I’d love to challenge this (and him) because this story has the potential to go sideways if we don’t get the appropriate education on this topic. This is the start of a conversation around what I’d like to coin, The Mindfulness Bubble… 🙏👉 Continue reading my article, ‘Is There a Mindfulness Bubble Waiting to Burst?’ over on my blog: https://lnkd.in/dJZbW7Y To your nervous system health! Irene & Team Lyon #mindfulness #mindbody #nervoussystemhealth #nervoussystemhealing #neuroplasticity

Have you ever heard the phrase 'the body informs the mind'? This might sound more like a line from a yoga class than practical advice for the busy professional, but bear with me—there's real wisdom in there. If you’re like many professionals I know, finding time to check in with yourself can feel like a luxury that you just can’t afford. However when you can't stop your heart from pounding during a tense meeting or pick yourself up because of exhaustion come Saturday - it can feel overwhelming and debilitating. This is where understanding the Vasomotoric cycle—one of the core principles of Biodynamic Psychotherapy— comes into play. It might just change how you view your ability to mobilise yourself through stress and maintain flow in your day. So what is the Vasomotoric Cycle? It describes the movement of energy through the body, mind and psyche in a continuous cycle and mirrors what happens in the autonomic nervous system when there is movement between sympathetic and parasympathetic branches. The ability to complete the cycle is thought to represent healthy self-regulation. For professionals, recognising this cycle can be a game-changer. It provides a tangible way to influence how you respond to stressful events in your day, offering a path to feel more in charge of what happens by tuning into the natural forces within you. Think about your most stressful day last week. How might a deeper understanding of the Vasomotoric cycle equip you to mobilise yourself through pressures more effectively? Where would you place yourself in this cycle right now? To help illustrate this concept, take a look at the diagram of the Vasomotoric cycle I’ve shared below. Take a look and consider how this might be applied in your own life, especially during those high-tension moments . Don’t forget to try the guided meditation I created. Comment REGULATE below and I’ll send you a copy! #Biodynamichealing #BodyPyschotherapy #Menatlhealth #compassionateenquiry #thepowerofawareness

Side Effects and Cautions of meditating.. There are side effects to meditating. Immediately after meditating you can be more vulnerable to suggestions and outside influences. So avoid making decisions or taking on things of importance immediately after meditating. If you find that sitting quietly is difficult for you, stop meditating. Instead try walking in nature, doing yoga, or exercising to relax. If you find that meditating is disturbing, upsetting, or disquieting for you, stop meditating and do not meditate any more. Finally, meditation is not for solving serious emotional or psychiatric problems. So if you think you might have such problems, do not try to fix them by meditating but instead get professional help.

#273 Reflecting on Micro-dosing as a catalyst During a recent entrepreneurial event, a question was raised about my stance on micro-dosing psychedelics as a catalyst for the inner journey. 🌈 Therapeutic Use vs. Recreational Experimentation Microdosing psychedelics, if it's part of a treatment regimen prescribed by a medical professional, its role is clear and potentially beneficial. However, when used recreationally, it's a realm where caution and deep self-awareness are crucial. 🔍 The Complexity of Self-Discovery The path to 'knowing thyself' is already intricate, filled with numerous internal and external factors. Introducing psychedelics as another variable can significantly alter this journey, adding layers that might not be entirely necessary or beneficial. ⌛ The Importance of a Solid Foundation For those contemplating the use of psychedelics as a tool for deeper self-exploration, I recommend having a substantial foundation in practices of self-awareness, such as meditation. Ideally, 5-10 years of consistent practice can provide the stability and clarity needed to differentiate genuine self-insight from the psychedelic experience. And maybe, there wouldn't be a need for a catalyst. In essence, while microdosing can offer intriguing possibilities for personal growth, its integration into one's spiritual or self-exploration practice should be approached with maturity, caution, and a well-established foundation in self-awareness techniques, else it would be just a trip. 🌱🧘♂️💭 <25 Nov 2023> #mindfulness #meditation #knowthyself #meditationteacher #meditationcoach #mindfulnesscoach #MindfulLiving

Revitalize Your Day: The Science Behind Pandiculation and Yawning. You may be curious to know that your body has its own offical language of relaxation and rejuvenation. In the world of somatics, they are pandiculation and yawning. Have you ever noticed how your body craves a good stretch when you wake up or after sitting for a while? That's pandiculation. It's your body's way of hitting the reset button, releasing tension, and reawakening dormant energy. During a pandiculation, you intentionally contract and then slowly release your muscles, allowing them to relax and elongate. This simple yet powerful act helps improve flexibility, reduce stiffness, and increase overall body awareness. It's like giving your muscles a refreshing "wake-up call". Picture a cat stretching after a nap—it's that delightful feeling of a full-body reset. And then there is yawning, which we often try to hide or repress in a work situation, but it is far from just a sign of tiredness. It's your body's way of saying, "I need more oxygen and a break". Yawning is a built-in mechanism to increase alertness and bring a refreshing breeze to both body and mind. In the realm of somatics, it's a cue to tune in and listen to what your body truly needs. It is also a mini reset for your nervous system. So, the next time you find yourself in a quiet pandiculation or caught in a contagious yawn, rather than try to hide it, embrace it as a natural and healthy activity. Your body is speaking to you, offering a chance to reconnect and find balance. If you would like to enjoy this activity and extend it into a gentle, mindful somatic movement dance then get this FREE meditation with MP3 on the link below. Your mind And body will thank you for it! #SomaticWisdom #MindfulMovement #BodyMindConnection

As it’s the last day of #mentalhealthawarenessweek l thought it might be helpful to share the wealth on some #mind #hacks that help keep us track on a weekly basis. 💪🏽 I’ll go first…. 🫶🏽🙋🏽♀️ 1. Move my body. 💃🏽🧘🏾♀️🏃♀️🏋🏾♂️🕺🏽I rarely think myself out of a low mood. When I’m static, i’m stagnant. 2. Eat nutritious food, 🍒and eat before I get hungry. Low blood sugar encourages me reach for foods that meet my short term ‘taste’ fix but aren’t helpful for regulating or sustaining my emotions (or my focus). 3. Slow down. 🐌 The body deprioritises mood when other physiological needs are not being met. 4: Get it off my chest. Finding a way to express myself whether it be through talking 🗣️dancing 💃🏽, journaling ✍🏼, singing 🎵 , painting 🖼️ or cooking 👩🏾🍳 can be so helpful. Energetic blockages to our creativity can play a bigger part in how we feel than you may think. 5. Find my people. 🫶🏽 Engaging with a community where I can receive what I need, rather than give is key. Remember your people may change over time. It’s ok to level up or switch out communities that no longer serve you. ❤️ 6. Reduce stress. There’s a reason we feel good when we’re on holiday 🏝️) and a reason why we normally get sick when we’re there, or just as we come back).🤒 7. Get outside. ☀️There’s nothing like the fresh air to blow the cobwebs off. 🕸️ Exposure to daylight in the morning and at dusk helps to regulate our clock genes. ⏰This is super important for our sleep/ wake cycle as well as regulating our hormone production. 8. Don’t accept ‘fine’. Seek amazing. ✨I feel we subconsciously condition ourselves to feel ‘ok’, or ‘fine’. Over the years I’ve sought support from #yoga #breathwork #reiki #soundtherapy #shamanism #accupuncture #holistictherapy #integratedtherapy Different things work better at different times. I’m always open to new ideas and i’d love to know yours. If you have anything you’d like to share please comment below ⬇️ 🙏🏽🫶🏽 #mentalhealthawarenessweek 🫶🏽#employeewellbeing #healthhacks #positivementalhealth #womenshealth #mentalhealth

Who needs some profound transformation??? This Wednesday in the gallery of Sarah Moffat Art...I’m pairing up with my beautiful momma to guide you through a lovely experience of self discovery. Read more: Breathwork is an active meditation technique that assists emotional release in a safe and supportive environment. Through full deep rhythmic breathing, the conscious mind softens, allowing us to tune into our body wisdom to heal current stress, past wounds, and traumas. The experience moves energy and facilitates the release of emotions such as anger, grief and sadness. Breathwork can leave you feeling lighter, softer, open, and less burdened. It may help you feel light in the mind and body, leaving the space to make decisions in your most intuitive state. Courtney will guide you through a combination of different types of breaths (inhalation and exhalation) for different durations, speeds, and intensities together with breath holds or retentions (on inhale or exhale). This affects the central nervous system and ripples out as physical, mental and emotional changes. Breathwork is like a light shining on all the shadows – mental and emotional – so that you can become aware of them and consciously let them go. Cacao (literally chocolate) is a heart opening plant medicine. It stimulates the cardiovascular system and boosts your immune system to give you a warm and uplifting 'hum'. Take a moment to pause to appreciate the opportunity to be alive with Joy and Gratitude through the blessings of cacao. When paired together these modalities can bring about profound transformation. Energetic exchange is $50 Let me know if you want to join in. Leave me a comment below or email me for details. #breathwork #ottawalocalbusiness #holisticwellness #breathe