The 8-circuit Model Explained (Timothy Leary's lost map)

Timothy Leary’s 8-circuit model of consciousness. Gray Transforms sits down with Dr. Rachel Turetzky and Douglas Wingate — co-authors of Eight Circuit Ascension: A Guide to Metaprogramming the Multidimensional Self — to trace the model from Leary’s original work through Robert Anton Wilson and Antero Alli, and get into how it’s actually applied: working through imprinted conditioning, accessing expanded states (with or without psychedelics), and what “ascension” means once you strip away the new-age gloss.We cover Leary’s complicated legacy, the difference between hierarchy and linear development in the model, metaprogramming as a daily practice, John Lilly’s influence, and how to work with someone’s resistance when their conditioning runs deep.📘 Eight Circuit Ascension — available wherever books are sold🌐 8circuitascension.com | metaprogramminginstitute.comGray Transforms explores transpersonal psychology, human potential, and the practical application of consciousness work — hosted by Travis Gray, Ph.D.If anything in this video resonates with you,Comment 👨‍🏫 , Like 👍, and Share 🤳Let's continue the dialogue.SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://youtube.com/@graytransforms/subscribehttps://graytransforms.com/podcastFollow Travis Gray:https://instagram.com/@graytransformshttps://instagram.com/@graytphdhttps://facebook.com/graytphdhttps://x.com/graytphdAPA Citation:Gray, T. (Host). (2026). The 8-circuit Model Explained [Audio/Video Podcast]. Gray Transforms (Ep. 61) YouTube. https://youtu.be/[Video_ID_HERE]Transpersonal Psychology is the cultivation and study of whole human transformation—the investments of the whole being, Body, Mind, Soul.#GrayTransforms #TranspersonalPsychology #NonDuality #HoisticHealing #SpiritualGrowth #SpiritualGangster

Discover the essence of indigenous wisdom in Mexico with Maria Islas. She is Walking Medicine. In this powerful conversation, Maria shares the profound teaching she received from elder Olpa Mitzli: what makes a person indigenous is not blood or labels — it is the relationship with the land.Explore how transpersonal psychology meets living Mexican, Toltec, and ancestral traditions. Learn why we heal where our feet are, how to “read” the land as living books, what it means to be indigenous, and the fluid dance of masculine and feminine energies as reciprocity. Maria reveals how ancestrality is not nostalgia for the past but a living way of being — and how reclaiming our roots gives us greater freedom and choice in the present.This episode is both deep medicine and a direct invitation. Travis Gray and Maria Islas are co-facilitating an immersive men’s retreat on Maria’s land in Oaxaca, Mexico, October 4–9. A rare opportunity to experience sacred elements, Temescal, land-based practices, and authentic masculine–feminine balance in community.If you feel called to return to essence, expand your options, and walk in deeper relationship with the land, this conversation is for you — and the retreat is waiting.Watch, reflect, and consider joining us in Oaxaca.

Bambuddha is the music festival sunglasses brand. Sustainable Bamboo sunglasses for all your music festival needs.Be Mindful. Make an impact. Be the Change.Gray Transforms with another GrayT guest, Megan (Gem), Founder of Bambuddha (bambuddha.earth)What does it look like to build a business from your soul — not just your strategy?Bambuddha is the music festival sunglasses brand.A sustainable bamboo sunglass brand born from years of wildlife conservation work and a deep love of the planet.In just three days, Megan went from idea to registered business — and within 24 hours of launching, landed a partnership with Envision Festival. This is the story of what happens when you believe so strongly in something that the universe has no choice but to move in your favor.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:13 Inspiration Behind Bambuddha and Sustainable Materials02:37 The Holistic and Conscious Approach to Business04:31 Gem's Connection to Nature and Conservation Roots06:22 Wildlife Encounters and Ecological Grief08:56 Travel, Indigenous Wisdom, and Cultural Integration15:26 From Idea to Action: The Rapid Creation of Bambuddha18:06 The Role of Festivals and Music Events in Brand Growth20:47 Design Process and Style Evolution22:45 Crowdfunding and Business Support Strategies24:59 Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Ethical Sourcing31:06 Product Packaging, Sustainability, and Artisanal Support34:28 Long-Term Vision, Challenges, and Next Steps43:06 Overcoming Obstacles and Personal Growth46:35 Future Ambitions and Artistic Pursuits48:37 Bambuddha's Mission and Community Building49:52 The Power of Belief and Manifestation55:00 The Impact of Yellow Lenses and Personal Benefits56:58 Closing Remarks and GratitudeGet your shades this season:https://bambuddha.earthhttps://instagram.com/bambuddha_earthIf anything in this video resonates with you,Comment 👨‍🏫 , Like 👍, and Share 🤳Let's continue the dialogue.SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://youtube.com/@graytransforms/subscribehttps://graytransforms.com/podcastFollowhttps://instagram.com/@graytransformshttps://instagram.com/@graytphdhttps://facebook.com/graytphdhttps://x.com/graytphdAPA Citation:Gray, T. (Host). 2026. Bambuddha becomes a reality [Audio/Video Podcast]. Gray Transforms (Ep. 59) YouTube. https://youtu.be/dAnKUvItRyA#GrayTransforms #TranspersonalPsychology #NonDuality #HoisticHealing #SpiritualGrowth #SpiritualGangster

Ann Gila—co-author of three seminal books on psychosynthesis and transpersonal psychology with her late husband John Firman, and author of the memoir Stay Present and Love Him.Travis, playfully channeling Roberto Assagioli with his shaved head and goatee after visiting the Assagioli archives in Florence, explores the core of psychosynthesis: a dynamic orientation toward psychological wholeness that goes beyond integrating subpersonalities and fragmented parts to include self-realization—tapping into inner wisdom, spirit, or the “higher unconscious” and following its invitations in daily life.Ann shares her personal journey into psychosynthesis, her love story with John guided by the profound message “stay present and love him,” and practical insights on subpersonalities, the egg model of the personality (with its lower, middle, and higher unconscious), the paradox of “I” and “Self,” peak experiences versus ongoing self-realization, and therapeutic tools like the empty-chair technique and sand tray work.The conversation beautifully weaves theory with lived experience, emphasizing presence, discernment, engaging emotions rather than just talking about them, and trusting the natural process of synthesis and actualization within each person.Whether you're new to psychosynthesis or deepening your practice, this episode offers transformative wisdom on healing trauma, embracing joy, navigating relationships, and answering the essential question: “What am I called to right now?”Check out more of Ann Gila's workhttps://www.psychosynthesiscircle.com/If anything in this video resonates with you,Comment 👨‍🏫 , Like 👍, and Share 🤳Let's continue the dialogue.SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://graytransforms.com/podcastFollow Dr. Gray: https://instagram.com/@graytransformshttps://instagram.com/@graytphdhttps://facebook.com/graytphdhttps://x.com/graytphdAPA Citation:Gray, T. (Host). (2026). Psychosynthesis: A Love Story with Ann Gila [Audio/Video Podcast]. Gray Transforms (Ep. 58) YouTube. https://youtu.be/6usNgFf2lF8Transpersonal Psychology is the cultivation and study of whole human transformation—the investments of the whole being, Body, Mind, Soul.#GrayTransforms #TranspersonalPsychology #NonDuality #HoisticHealing #SpiritualGrowth #SpiritualGangster #psychosynthesis

Gray Transforms with the King of Pot, Bruce Perlowin. Bruce shares his journey from being a billion-dollar marijuana smuggler in the 80s on the West Coast to becoming a prominent figure in the hemp industry. He discusses the evolution of marijuana legalization, the importance of sustainable business practices, and the potential of mushrooms in various applications. Bruce shares his vision for a new economic paradigm that operates from the heart and offers valuable advice for young entrepreneurs.If anything in this video resonates with you,Comment 👨‍🏫 , Like 👍, and Share 🤳Let's continue the dialogue.SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://youtube.com/@graytransforms/subscribehttps://graytransforms.com/podcastFollow Travis Gray:https://instagram.com/@graytransformshttps://instagram.com/@graytphdhttps://facebook.com/graytphdhttps://x.com/graytphdAPA Citation:Gray, T. (Host). (2026). Smuggler to Entrepreneur [Audio/Video Podcast]. Gray Transforms (Ep. 57) YouTube. https://youtu.be/H38PSsixK7ATranspersonal Psychology is the study of cultivating whole human transformation—the investments of the whole being: Body, Mind, Soul.#GrayTransforms #TranspersonalPsychology #NonDuality #HoisticHealing #SpiritualGrowth #SpiritualGangster

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This conversation was originally published on  @sacredsynergy Bonus episode for this channel.On this episode of Sacred Synergy, Andrew Del Rossi welcomes Transpersonal psychology expert Travis Gray, Ph.D. to discuss the profound intersections of psychology and spirituality, and to share his journey from incarceration to profound spiritual transformation, exploring psychedelics, exceptional human experiences, and holistic healing of body, mind, and soul.Check out the Sacred Synergy podcast with Andrew Del Rossihttps://andrewdelrossi.com/sacred-synergy/Comment below what moments stood out to you, and subscribe to the channel to see more of this transformative content.“Gray Transforms” is a podcast archive of high-level conversations exploring the farthest reaches of human nature with artists, renowned experts, thought leaders, and transformative specialists in psychology, spirituality, and more. This podcast is informed by the field of Transpersonal Psychology and its profound impact on personal growth and spiritual evolution. Join us as we embark on a transformative journey through the intersection of psychology and spirituality, bringing light to the fascinating world of the whole human being.In each episode, we dive into the multifaceted realm of Transpersonal Psychology, unraveling core principles, practices, theories, and values that facilitate the expansion of consciousness. We aim to provide you with valuable insights and practical tools to foster transformation and your fullest actualized expression through self-awareness, inner healing, and holistic development.What is Transpersonal Psychology?Transpersonal Psychology is the cultivation and study of whole human transformation—the investments of the whole being, Body, Mind, Soul.Transpersonal is synonymous with spiritual. Etymologically, the two words, Transpersonal and Psychology, mean the study of the soul (psyche) transforming the ego (personal). Transpersonal Psychology is a scientific study that explores how an individual’s highest nature (Soul/Self) transforms, transcends, or moves beyond the egoic experience (persona).Transpersonal Psychology is a cutting-edge field of scientific study that extends beyond traditional psychological paradigms to explore the highest potential of humanity. It acknowledges the significance of spirituality, higher states of consciousness, and the interconnectedness of all living beings in the process of self-discovery and personal growth. This captivating discipline explores the transformative potential of transcending personal limitations and embracing an integral sense of self-actualized expression.https://graytransforms.com/podcasthttps://instagram.com/graytransformshttps://instagram.com/graytphdhttps://x.com/graytphdGrayTfull

Journey to Be The Best: Olympic Wrestler Georgi Ivanov | Gray Transforms episode #55In this conversation, Travis Gray, Ph.D. interviews The Bulgarian Nightmare, Georgi Ivanov, an Olympian and wrestling coach, about his journey in wrestling, coaching philosophy, and the life lessons learned through the sport. Georgi shares his experiences from overcoming adversity, the importance of mental preparation, and the role of parents in youth sports. He emphasizes that wrestling is not just a sport but a powerful metaphor for life, teaching resilience, commitment, and personal growth. The discussion also touches on the impact of mixed martial arts and the unrealistic expectations placed on young athletes.Check out:https://bethebestwrestler.comGeorgi Ivanov on IGhttps://instagram.com/officialgivanovTranspersonal Psychology is the cultivation and study of whole human transformation—the investments of the whole being, Body, Mind, Soul.https://graytransforms.com/podcasthttps://instagram.com/graytransformshttps://instagram.com/graytphdhttps://x.com/graytphdGrayTfull

The Last Round with Caleb Orozco | Gray Transforms episode #54In this engaging conversation, Dr. Travis Gray speaks with Caleb Orozco, the owner of The Last Round, about his journey in the restaurant industry, the challenges faced during the pandemic, and the importance of humility and kindness in leadership. They explore Caleb's family background, the origin of his business, and the unique tavern style pizza he offers. The discussion also delves into personal development, the impact of loss, and the dynamics of father-son relationships in business. Throughout the conversation, they reflect on the beauty of mixed martial arts and boxing, emphasizing the significance of mindset and human potential in achieving success.Caleb's journey in the restaurant industry began with a passion for boxing.The pandemic presented challenges that required a strong mindset to overcome.Humility and kindness are essential traits for effective leadership.Family values play a crucial role in shaping one's character.The Last Round was inspired by Caleb's boxing background and the concept of finishing strong.Tavern style pizza is characterized by a thin crust and square cuts, offering a unique dining experience.Father-son dynamics in business can be complex but rewarding when trust is established.Personal development has been a key focus for Caleb, enhancing his self-awareness and leadership skills.Loss can serve as a powerful motivator to live life fully and authentically.Building a brand with purpose involves connecting with the community and serving a greater mission.“Gray Transforms” is a podcast archive of high-level conversations exploring the farthest reaches of human nature with artists, renowned experts, thought leaders, and transformative specialists in psychology, spirituality, and more. This podcast is informed by the field of Transpersonal Psychology and its profound impact on personal growth and spiritual evolution. Join us as we embark on a transformative journey through the intersection of psychology and spirituality, bringing light to the fascinating world of the whole human being.In each episode, we dive into the multifaceted realm of Transpersonal Psychology, unraveling core principles, practices, theories, and values that facilitate the expansion of consciousness. We aim to provide you with valuable insights and practical tools to foster transformation and your fullest actualized expression through self-awareness, inner healing, and holistic development.What is Transpersonal Psychology?Transpersonal Psychology is the cultivation and study of whole human transformation—the investments of the whole being, Body, Mind, Soul.

Labyrinth Walking with Dr. Lauren Artress | Gray Transforms episode #53In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Travis Gray and Reverend Dr. Lauren Artress explore the profound impact of labyrinths on spirituality, self-discovery, and personal growth. They discuss the labyrinth as a tool for addressing spiritual hunger, navigating grief, and fostering creativity. The dialogue delves into the concept of the Holy Fool, emphasizing the importance of embracing uncertainty in one's journey. Artress shares insights on how the labyrinth can serve as a sacred space for reflection and transformation, encouraging listeners to engage with their own spiritual practices.For more information about Labyrinth Walking:https://veriditas.org/https://labyrinthlocator.org/