The story of how Richard Alpert became Ram Dass – It all began with psilocybin.
Timothy Leary & Psilocybin
Former Harvard Professor Timothy Leary said:
“I learned more about psychology in the 5 hours after taking psilocybin mushrooms than in the preceding 15 years of studying & doing research in psychology.”
This episode includes highlights of Leary’s life influenced by psilocybin – both ups & downs, an adventurous roller coaster to say the least.
I was a sophomore in college.
The year was 2010.
It was a beautiful Spring day.
The story of psilocybin’s first and greatest impact in my life. Heartfelt.
My life was forever changed.
Doors of Perception Episode
In this episode I discuss 7 quotes from Doors of Perception including my thoughts and some of my experiences that relate to this book.
Huxley’s Doors of Perception is one of the best books regarding the psychedelic experience.
Ways in which Alice in Wonderland relates to the Psilocybin experience!
New Episode released every Sunday!
The Zen Art of Journaling
How do you like the vocal sound in this one? (when episode begins around 1 minute) Trying something new. Let me know via in the comments or via instagram DM @psilocybinstories. Thanks!
Learn how journaling can be used for therapeutic purposes as well as for making sense of your psilocybin experiences!
(P.S. here is THE PSYCHEDELIC TRIP JOURNAL)
Zen & Psilocybin
How can Zen improve your psilocybin experience? Including Zen stories & how you can begin practicing Zen.
Connect with psychedelic scholars on instagram @psilocybinstories
Ego & Soul + Meditation
What is Ego? What is Soul?
Plus learn a Soul Meditation practice to get in touch with your Soul.
Ātman, Soul
What does “Soul” really mean?
This episode discusses the Sanskrit word for Soul, Ātman, which is an essential principle in Hinduism. It’s awe-inspiring. It brings us all together. It is filled with love. Find out for yourself!
The word “psychedelic” can be interpreted in various ways. My expression of “psychedelic” comes from its origin, which is shared in the episode, along with the first known use of the word “psyche”, over a thousand years ago portrayed in a Greek mythological tale. The story is incredible!