Ever feel like your brain is stuck in a loop of negative thoughts, anxiety spirals, or identity hang-ups? That might be your Default Mode Network (DMN) running the show.
In this deep-dive episode, we explore how psychedelics like psilocybin, LSD, and ketamine can disrupt the DMN—and why that’s a good thing for mental health. From mystical insights to brain scans, we break down the science and the soul of the psychedelic experience.
Join us as we uncover:
What the DMN actually is—and why it’s often overactive in depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD
How psychedelics “turn down” the DMN and boost new brain connections
The research of Robin Carhart-Harris
The famous “snow on the hill” metaphor explained in full
How therapists help integrate insights after the trip to create real, lasting change
Whether you’re a curious mind, mental health pro, or self-discovery enthusiast —this episode offers a ride through the brain’s most mysterious default setting. #DefaultModeNetwork #PsychedelicHealing #NeuroplasticityUnlocked #MentalHealthReboot
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