FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
#63: The Psychedelic Renaissance - Rick Doblin, PhD
#63: The Psychedelic Renaissance - Rick Doblin, PhD
#63: The Psychedelic Renaissance - Rick Doblin, PhD
Tuesday 19th January 2021
Rick Doblin explores psychedelic research and therapy on The FitMind Podcast, revealing their potential for mental health transformation.
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The fundamental concept of psychedelic therapy is that the symptoms need to be brought into full awareness and fully experienced rather than suppressed, and that psychedelics in a safe, supportive environment, where the symptoms come to the surface, can be profoundly healing.
Imagine a world where psychedelics are not just for counterculture movements but are tools for profound mental health transformation. In this episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock chats with Dr. Rick Doblin, the visionary founder and director of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). Dr. Doblin has been at the forefront of the psychedelic research movement, helping to raise over $100 million to support scientific studies into these fascinating compounds.
He holds a doctorate in public policy from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government and has dedicated his career to exploring the therapeutic potential of psychedelics. The conversation dives into Stan Grof's theories, the science behind psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, and the journey toward legalizing these substances. Dr. Doblin explains how psychedelics can bring symptoms into full awareness, allowing individuals to experience and process them rather than suppress them. He also touches on the rigorous training required for therapists who administer psychedelic therapy.
One of the key takeaways is the idea that when used responsibly and in a supportive setting, psychedelics can offer significant healing benefits. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone curious about the future of mental health treatment and the evolving landscape of drug policy reform.