What if everything you thought you were—your name, your past, your entire identity—suddenly... vanished?
In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most mysterious and transformative aspects of psychedelic healing: ego dissolution.
We explore the misunderstood terrain of so-called “bad trips” (challenging trips)
—and why they’re often not bad at all, but rather invitations to heal
. From mystical moments to terrifying breakthroughs, you’ll learn why losing your sense of self might just be the start of truly finding yourself
We’ll also cover:
What ego dissolution feels like (and why it matters)
Why “bad trips” are better reframed as challenging experiences or uncovering moments
The crucial role of psychedelic therapists before and after the trip What integration means—and why it’s where the magic happens Metaphor to help make sense of the unspeakable Why the ego isn’t your enemy... it just needs a reboot
Whether you’re a psychonaut, therapist, or simply curious—this episode pulls back the curtain on one of the most powerful psychological experiences possible.
#PsychedelicTherapy #EgoDissolution #BadTripToBreakthrough #IntegrationIsEverything
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