This article answers the question: How do I know if I experienced spiritual abuse, and how is it different from general religious trauma? Synopsis This article defines spiritual abuse and how it is not religious trauma. It provides symptoms of spiritual abuse, explains manipulation techniques...
This article explores a fascinating question at the intersection of neuroscience and spirituality: What is actually happening in the brain when a person experiences "ego death" on a psychedelic like DMT, and what can this teach us about our fundamental sense of self? Synopsis A...
This article addresses the question: Can a precisely formulated, pill-based version of the psychedelic brew ayahuasca reliably produce the powerful mystical experiences that are linked to its therapeutic benefits? Synopsis For those intrigued by the healing potential of ayahuasca, the intense, often unpredictable nature of...
Could psilocybin, the active compound in "magic mushrooms," be a key to unlocking better brain health as we age, potentially improving memory, mood, and learning? Synopsis Recent scientific studies are exploring an exciting possibility. Psilocybin could help protect our brains from the effects of aging....