Psygaia’s Journal
Interdisciplinary reflections on psychedelics and the reweaving of planetary wholeness.
Psychedelics & the End of Mind-Body Dualism
Psychedelics are a signal for the end of mind-body dualism and the emergence of a new paradigm that conceives of consciousness as embodied, relational, and ecological, and recognizes that to heal ourselves is inseparable from healing the world we inhabit.
The Empire of Mind: From Renaissance to Resistance
Amid the hype of a so-called Psychedelic Renaissance, this essay introduces a grounded critique of commodified healing, colonial erasure, and narrative control. It challenges dominant myths and calls for a return to relational, rooted ways of engaging with psychedelic substances.
Psychedelics & Mindfulness: A Healing Synergy
The synergy between psychedelics and mindfulness offer a powerful path to healing, fostering lasting transformation, emotional balance, and ecological awareness.
The Limits of Science in Understanding Psychedelics
Do psychedelics require Western scientific validation to be valuable if they’ve been part of healing traditions, communal rituals, and spiritual practices for centuries?
Rethinking Ego-Death: Psychedelics, Healing & Reconnection
While research frames psychedelic experiences in terms of self-transcendence, many traditions see ego-dissolution as a step towards the greater goal of reintegrating the self in right relationship with the web of life.
Psychedelics & Environmental Conservation
As interest in psychedelics grows, so does the responsibility to protect the ecosystems and cultures that sustain them. Many natural psychedelics are threatened by overharvesting, habitat destruction, and rising global demand.
The Deterritorialization of Sacred Medicines
Discover how globalization and deterritorialization commodify sacred plants, with a critical focus on psychedelics in settler colonial Israel/Palestine.
Honoring Indigenous Ways in Psychedelic Therapy
Find out how decolonizing psychedelic healing means honoring Indigenous wisdom, promoting inclusivity, and integrating ethical and culturally sensitive practices.
Ecological Medicine & Psychedelics for Planetary Health
Discover how ecological medicine and psychedelics foster interconnected healing, promoting personal wellness and ecological consciousness for a sustainable future.
Redefining Inner Healing Intelligence in Psychedelic Therapy
While the concept of inner healing intelligence is foundational in psychedelic-assisted therapy, we suggest renaming it to “innate” healing intelligence.
McPsychedelics: The Commercialization of Sacred Medicine
McPsychedelics is the use of psychedelics, with intention or unwittingly, for self-serving and ego-enhancing purposes that run counter to the teachings of the plants and fungi—counter to the wisdom of nature.
Bad Trips, Spiritual Emergencies & Challenging Experiences
Discover practical approaches to transforming challenging psychedelic experiences, bad trips and spiritual emergencies into meaningful opportunities for growth and healing.
How Psychedelics & Plant Medicine Support Mental Health
Learn how psychedelics and plant medicine can support mental health by alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction through safe, intentional use.
Plant Medicine Retreat Guide: How to Evaluate Safety & Quality
A guide to evaluating plant medicine retreats, covering essential aspects of safety, quality, facilitator experience, and considerations for a safe and transformative experience.
Discovering the Inner Healing Intelligence with Psychedelics
Understand how psychedelics activate your inner healing intelligence, awakening your natural wholeness for growth, transformation, and wellbeing.
How to Set an Intention for Your Psychedelic Journey
Embark on a transformative psychedelic journey by setting a heartfelt intention — discover the power of navigating your experience with purpose and clarity.
How to Prepare for a Transformative Psychedelic Experience
Discover essential tips for preparing for a psychedelic experience, including setting, mindset, support systems, and practical steps to ensure safety and positive outcomes.
The Value of Support Systems in Psychedelic Experiences
Explore psychedelics with effective support systems, including the role of preparation, integration, mindfulness meditation, yoga, therapy, and community support.
The Way of Council: Building Authentic Communication Circles
Discover how the Way of Council can enhance group dynamics, foster authentic communication, and create meaningful connections through deep listening and shared dialogue.
A Guide to Psychedelic Integration Coaching
Integration coaching helps turn psychedelic insights into lasting change. Explore its benefits, how to find a coach, and when therapy may be needed instead.