The deeper states of meditation and psychedelic journeys are often compared. While there are many similarities, there are also differences. When used wisely, both can be very beneficial for both mind and body.
Psychedelics as a meditation tool
While meditation releases the body's own psychedelics (likely DMT) in the brain, psychedelics allow you to reach a meditative state at a deeper level than the average person can achieve through meditation. Psychedelics could therefore be described as an exogenously administered meditation state.
Combining meditation with psychedelics
Psychedelics and meditation go well together. Some meditate on microdoses of psilocybin or LSD, while others meditate regularly and take high doses of psychedelics to reach new heights. Here at trip therapy, we always recommend making healthy choices around psychedelic therapy or ceremonies. Meditation fits perfectly into a healthy lifestyle, especially if you eat healthily, exercise enough, and sleep well. Psychedelic sessions can ultimately help you make the healthiest choices.
Start meditating now through Netflix
Even if you plan to use psychedelics to alter consciousness, it's advisable to meditate beforehand. To learn some techniques in a beautifully presented way, you can watch the series "The Mind Is Powerful" on Netflix. Headspace: Guide to meditation.
Meditation application for Android and Apple
Want to meditate more often, and just with audio? Let's Meditate is a great, free app for Android and Apple devices. Download it using the following links:
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Take advantage of our services. We have years of experience facilitating psychedelic sessions where the primary goal is therapy, addiction treatment, spirituality, creativity, or other forms of personal growth. What would your reason be? Use the following links for more information.
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