Q: “I have been hearing a lot about psychedelic therapy lately and its benefits, and I’ve watched a couple of documentaries on the topic and everything seems so positive or at worst mildly disappointing. But from anecdotal evidence and what seems to be common knowledge, there are risks and downsides to the experience and its […]
Q: The Healing Advocacy Fund has been leading the way in access to psychedelic services in Oregon, and recently released a study with findings from their work. It would be great if you would mention it in your column. A: Certainly! The Healing Advocacy Fund (HAF) has been at the forefront of expanding access to psilocybin […]
Q: “I have my first intentional mushroom session coming up and I have found conflicting information in my research into hope to properly prepare for such an experience. What can someone best prepare for the most effective experience?” A: Preparing for an intentional, deep psychedelic experience is an intimate act of self-care, expansion and connection. […]
Q: “I am a successful, stable, satisfied man in his late 70s who has just been given a terminal diagnosis from an aggressive brain cancer. I am reasonably disappointed with the situation but also feel satisfied with what I have accomplished in my life and accepting that it may be my time to go. I […]
In an age where reality often feels closer to science fiction, Dr. Sabrina Hadeed’s “How to Survive a Cultpocalypse: A Psychonaut’s Guide to the Spiritual Galaxy” emerges as a beacon of awareness. With humor as her vessel and wisdom as her compass, Dr. Hadeed navigates the reader through the tumultuous waters of spiritual communities and […]
Q: I appreciate your articles and the information and resources they contain. I am not entirely clear on understanding what all the various psychedelic substances are and their uses and effects. Can you please help me? A: The use of entheogens and empathogens can lead to some of the most expansive and eye-opening moments in […]
Q: Aside from the substances themselves, what do you find to be the single biggest factor or determinant in lasting, healing change or growth in the people you work with? Thank you for the opportunity to answer this important question. In sitting with hundreds of people navigating psychedelic realms, I’ve learned that the synthesis of […]
In the ever-evolving landscape, it’s crucial we occasionally pause, ground ourselves and reflect on the journey we’re undertaking — especially when exploring the vast, unknown territories of the mind and spirit. This is one of those reflective pauses, a moment to clarify and reaffirm my heart, purpose and role. At its core, this column is […]
-Mary Casanave Sheridan is a psychedelic coach and guide. She helps individuals explore psychedelic realms for self-discovery, healing, and growth. Mary ispassionate about advocacy and education in this space. She aims to answer reader questions and dispel myths and disinformation around psychedelic substances and their potential. Q: If someone wants to explore psychedelic realms on […]
Mary Casanave Sheridan is a dedicated psychedelic coach based in Bend, OR, assisting individuals in delving into the depths of psychedelic realms for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. With a fervent passion for advocacy and education in this field, she seeks to enrich the public’s knowledge by addressing inquiries and dispelling misconceptions surrounding psychedelic substances […]
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