In this week's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of psychedelics and their potential benefits in mental health treatment. We bring on Jahan Khamsehzadeh, Ph.D., to discuss these mind-manifesting substances, their role in expanding human consciousness throughout history, and their potential to bring about cultural change and revolution. So grab your headphones and get ready for an enlightening and thought-provoking conversation. Let's explore the transformative power of psychedelics together!
About our guest:
Jahan Khamsehzadeh, Ph.D. completed his dissertation on psychedelics in the Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness program at the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS). His book, The Psilocybin Connection: Psychedelics, the Transformation of Consciousness, and Evolution of the Planet—An Integral Approach, was published by North Atlantic Books and distributed Spring 2022 by Penguin Random House. He earned his Masters in Consciousness and Transformative Studies from John F. Kennedy University, and his Bachelors from the University of Arizona with a major in Philosophy and minors in Physics, Psychology, and Mathematics.
Aside from academic work, he has undergone several major trainings, including graduating from the Hakomi somatic-psychotherapy program and training for years within the Mazatec mushroom tradition. He assisted the Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy Certificate training at CIIS for two years, and mentored at the Center for Consciousness Medicine. He is currently a content advisor the Synthesis Psychedelic Guide training and works as a facilitator for legal psilocybin mushrooms ceremonies in Jamaica with Atman Retreats. He has been on about 35 podcasts this year.
Find Jahan Online:
- Website: http://www.psychedelicevolution.org/
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/Jahan101
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/jahan_khamsehzadeh
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