The” Shift Within" podcast, brought to you by the Inner Shift Institute, takes you on a journey into the inner realms of the subconscious mind, where the power of psychedelics and transformative therapeutic tools converge to transform inner shame into self-compassion.
Drawing from ancient wisdom, modern science, and personal insights, each episode of "Shift Within" invites listeners to embark on a voyage of self-discovery, challenging conventional narratives and inviting deeper exploration into the mysteries of the psyche.
Through thought-provoking conversations, we delve into the transformative potential of psychedelics, shadow work, inner child healing, and more, illuminating pathways to greater self-awareness, improved mental health and wholeness.
At the heart of "Shift Within" is the belief that true transformation begins from within, and by embarking on this inner journey, we can unlock new levels of consciousness and create positive shifts in our lives and in the world around us.
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The” Shift Within" podcast, brought to you by the Inner Shift Institute, takes you on a journey into the inner realms of the subconscious mind, where the power of psychedelics and transformative therapeutic tools converge to transform inner shame into self-compassion.
Drawing from ancient wisdom, modern science, and personal insights, each episode of "Shift Within" invites listeners to embark on a voyage of self-discovery, challenging conventional narratives and inviting deeper exploration into the mysteries of the psyche.
Through thought-provoking conversations, we delve into the transformative potential of psychedelics, shadow work, inner child healing, and more, illuminating pathways to greater self-awareness, improved mental health and wholeness.
At the heart of "Shift Within" is the belief that true transformation begins from within, and by embarking on this inner journey, we can unlock new levels of consciousness and create positive shifts in our lives and in the world around us.
Connect with us:
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In this conversation, Alice interviews Samantha Stein, who shares her journey with autism and ADHD and how psychedelic therapy has helped her. She joined The Psilocybin Shift Retreat at the Inner Shift Institute in March 2024. Sam discusses her diagnosis, her experience with psilocybin before the retreat, and the positive changes she has noticed in her life after the retreat. The conversation explores how psychedelic therapy can benefit individuals with autism and ADHD. It emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and accepting environment for neurodivergent people to thrive. The discussion touches on the impact of psychedelic therapy on executive functioning, sensory overwhelm, and trauma processing. It challenges the notion of neurodivergence as a disorder and encourages self-acceptance and embracing strengths and weaknesses. The conversation concludes with advice for attending a retreat and an invitation to have an open mind about psychedelic therapy.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
11:18
The Transformative Power of Psychedelic Therapy
27:55
Psychedelic Therapy and Neurodivergence
36:37
Processing Trauma and Challenging the Notion of Disorder
44:44
Having an Open Mind about Psychedelic Therapy
51:04
Preparing for a Retreat
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