Trauma and Ecstasy - Alex Abraham

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Summary

In this episode Luis interviews Alex Abraham. Alex shares his personal journey of healing trauma through the use of psychedelics, specifically MDMA and psilocybin. He discusses how these substances helped him uncover repressed memories of childhood sexual abuse and release the physical and emotional pain associated with it. Alex emphasizes the importance of set and setting in psychedelic therapy and the need for integration practices such as breathwork, journaling, and outdoor activities. He also highlights the potential of psychedelics to revolutionize mental health treatment and offers hope to those struggling with trauma.

Takeaways

• Psychedelics, such as MDMA and psilocybin, can be powerful tools for healing trauma and releasing repressed emotions.
• Set and setting are crucial in psychedelic therapy, creating a safe and comfortable environment for the therapeutic experience.
• Integration practices, such as breathwork, journaling, and outdoor activities, are essential for processing and integrating the insights gained from psychedelic sessions.
• Psychedelics have the potential to revolutionize mental health treatment and offer new possibilities for healing trauma.
• Alex's personal journey serves as a reminder that change and healing are possible, even in the face of deep-seated trauma.

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• Hack: Walking outside, early in the day, for 20 to 30 minutes, Walking barefoot at least a portion of this time for grounding, and journaling.
• Favorite: Hiking, getting in touch and in tune with nature.
• Advice for younger self: Have more self belief
• What’s the biggest opportunity you’re either chasing or exist in the world today: The use of psychedelics and healing trauma. Microdosing of psilocybin in particular to replace antidepressants.

Connect with Alex on Instagram at alexabraham1122 

Be on the lookout for Alex’s book Trauma and Ecstasy on Amazon (to be released September 2024)

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