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Psychedelics and Healing the Meta-Crisis with ALEXANDER BEINER | EMP Podcast 140

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Welcome back to the Evolve Move Play podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Alexander Beiner, a journalist, author, and co-founder of Rebel Wisdom. Our conversation explores the potential role of psychedelics in addressing the complex challenges facing humanity today, referred to as the "meta crisis." Drawing upon personal experiences, scientific research, and philosophical insights, we dive into topics such as the distinction between complicated and complex problems, the importance of embodiment in healing and growth, and the impact of metaphysical beliefs on culture and behavior. Alexander shares his powerful journey with psychedelics, including an MDMA experience that helped him process deep-seated trauma. We also delve into the shadow side of psychedelic therapy, the challenges of growing up in the counterculture, and the importance of approaching these powerful substances with humility and responsibility. Throughout our conversation, we grapple with the promises and perils of psychedelics as tools for personal and collective transformation. Whether you're a seasoned psychonaut or simply curious about the cutting-edge of consciousness research, this episode offers a wealth of insights that will leave you pondering the nature of reality, the complexities of the human psyche, and the transformative potential of psychedelics. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that will challenge the way you think about personal growth, societal change, and the future of our planet. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction and Defining the Meta Crisis  01:49 - The Role of Psychedelics in Addressing the Meta Crisis  07:46 - Complicated vs. Complex Problems  10:34 - The Importance of Embodiment and the Lessons from the Body  21:22 - The Influence of Metaphysics on Culture and Behavior  33:32 - Personal Experiences with MDMA and the Therapeutic Potential  50:44 - Acceptance and Surrender in Psychedelic Experiences  58:08 - Growing Up in the Counterculture and the Dangers of Spiritual Bypassing  01:07:08 - Psychedelics, Personality Change, and the Death of the Ego  01:25:24 - The Shadow Side of Psychedelic Therapy and the Importance of Integration EMP | Visit Us Online - EMP Website: www.evolvemoveplay.com - EMP Substack: evolvemoveplay.substack.com - IG: @RafeKelly - www.instagram.com/rafekelley/ - FB: @RafeKelleyMovement - www.facebook.com/RafeKelleyMovement - Twitter: @rafekelley - twitter.com/rafekelley - YT Subscribe: www.youtube.com/user/Faelcind?sub_confirmation=1 - Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/rafekelley  ALEXANDER BEINER -Web: https://www.alexanderbeiner.com/ -IG: @alexaner_beiner - https://www.instagram.com/alexander_beiner/ -Book: The Bigger Picture - https://www.amazon.com/Bigger-Picture-Psychedelics-Sense-World/

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