Last reviewed: September 22, 2025 What this article covers: why the psychedelic facilitator–client relationship is often more important than the medicine itself, what training and qualities matter most, how cultural fit shapes outcomes, and how seekers can evaluate...
Why this matters: Microdosing psychedelics has grown from subculture practice to mainstream wellness trend, but rigorous clinical evidence is sparse and safety signals are emerging. This explainer summarizes current gaps, recent concerns, and practical steps for...
Brian, a JourneyŌM guide reflects on presence, capacity, and the steady work of being human. It’s Supposed To Hurt… …at least some of the time. I’ve allowed this to partially sink in, against my will, kicking and screaming, over the past 10 years as my personal work...
In recent years, ketamine therapy has emerged as one of the most promising tools in the psychedelic-assisted therapy landscape. Originally developed as an anesthetic, ketamine is now showing remarkable potential for conditions like depression, PTSD, and...
It starts innocently enough. You’re prepping for a solo psilocybin experience. You dim the lights, queue your playlist, and open an app that promises structured prompts, real-time check-ins, and therapeutic journaling support. No human needed. It’s like having a guide...
When Nico sat across from his psychiatrist after trying yet another antidepressant that didn’t work, he wasn’t angry—he was numb. Thirty years of depression had taught him to live in grayscale. Therapy, medications, even TMS had provided temporary relief, but...
