Exploring Psychedelics: Healing, Integration, and Personal Growth with Matt Zeman
In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant is joined by Matt Zeman, a bestselling author and expert in psychedelics, to discuss the transformative power of these substances. The conversation delves into Matt's journey into the world of psychedelics, their potential benefits for mental health, particularly for veterans, and the differentiation between tripping for fun and using psychedelics as a therapeutic tool. They also explore the importance of integration and community support in processing psychedelic experiences. Matt shares insights on various psychedelics, including magic mushrooms, ayahuasca, and more, along with his recommendations for safe and sacred use. The episode highlights the potential for psychedelics to act as catalysts for personal growth and healing while emphasizing the need for responsible use and proper support systems.
00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel
00:17 Introducing Matt Zeman
01:14 Personal Psychedelic Experiences
03:01 The Healing Power of Psychedelics
13:50 Therapeutic and Spiritual Use of Psychedelics
17:08 Legal and Decriminalization Aspects
21:31 Integration and Community Support
24:57 Understanding the Risks of Psychedelics
25:50 Exploring Holotropic Breathwork
26:08 Personal Healing Through Breathwork
27:45 Comparing Breathwork and Psychedelics
28:57 Guidance on Choosing Psychedelics or Breathwork
30:33 Exciting Areas in Psychedelic Research
33:23 Integrating Psychedelic Experiences
39:50 Veteran Support and Psychedelics
43:07 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Connect with Matt
Matt Zemon -- https://mattzemon.com/
LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattzemon/
Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/matt.zemon/
Resources
The Veteran's Guide to Psychedelics -- https://amzn.to/4k7vuS6
All Matt's books -- https://amzn.to/3D4Q70C
Heroic Hearts Project -- https://heroicheartsproject.org/
Andy's book on Holotropic Breathwork -- https://amzn.to/4hKPhp1
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