In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Ahren Alexander, who opens up about his transformative journey of healing through the combined power of psychedelics and psychodrama therapy. From confronting buried emotions to reimagining his inner narrative, Ahren shares how these unconventional paths helped him reconnect with himself, heal old wounds, and find a renewed sense of purpose.
We explore the science and soul of both modalities, including how psychedelics can unlock suppressed memories and emotional insight, and how psychodrama provides a stage to process and re-integrate those experiences in a powerful, embodied way. Whether you’re curious about alternative healing or walking your own path through pain, this conversation is raw, real, and full of hope.
Let's make some damn lemonade.
Ahren's Top Reading Picks for Your Healing Journey:
1. When the Body Keeps Score by, Bessel van der Kolk
2. When the Body Says No by, Gabor Maté
3. The Tao of Fully Feeling by, Pete Walker
4. I Feel Love by, Rachel Nuwer
5. Ultra-processed People by, Chris Van Tulleken
For more info about the latest research and resources in psychedelics, visit MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies.)
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