A PhD Journey in the Transformative Studies program at the California Institute of Integral Studies.

Writing about philosophy, arts, ecopsychology, and the intersection of consciousness and psychedelic therapy through the lens of my PhD process.

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Are You Dissertation Ready?
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Are You Dissertation Ready?

Alright, alright, alright, let's lay down some Azul-style wisdom for kicking off that big ol' mountain of a task - your dissertation. Here’s what you gotta know before diving in, just like prepping for a big role.

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Coming back to the blog post, Ph.D. exams!
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Coming back to the blog post, Ph.D. exams!

SuperPapa.com family! 🎉 I'm ecstatic to announce that I have finally completed my Ph.D. exams and am back in action here on the blog! Thank you for your patience and support during my educational journey. I couldn't have done it without you! 🙌

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Wrapping Up Exams
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Wrapping Up Exams

It's been a long journey, but I finished my Ph.D. exams at CIIS in Transformative Studies. My research has focused on the theoretical impacts of psychedelics on society and how they can be used to treat ailments such as PTSD, trauma, and post-colonialism from a trauma-informed model. This is an essential area of study, and I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to explore it in depth.

People ask me why I decided to study psychedelics for many reasons. Psychedelics have the potential to heal traumas and help people who suffer from mental illnesses. They can also be used to help people who are struggling with addiction. Psychedelics can also help us understand the world around us better and connect with others in a more meaningful way.

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The Future of Ecology and Psychedelics: Ecopsychedelics
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The Future of Ecology and Psychedelics: Ecopsychedelics

As the world becomes increasingly digitized, some are calling for a renewed focus on ecology. Psychedelics may play an essential role in this movement. This talk will explore the potential for ecopsychedelics- the use of psychedelics in ecological restoration and conservation. Drawing on both scientific evidence and personal experience, we will explore how psychedelics can help us see our relationship to nature in a new light and how they might help us address some of the most pressing challenges facing our planet.

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Visionary Art as Evolving Consciousness
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Visionary Art as Evolving Consciousness

Visionary art is art that is not confined by form, it argues that the artist who creates spiritual art allows the spirit to guide them, rather than relying on traditional form or technique. This can result in art that is incredibly unique and expressive, as it comes from a place of pure creativity and intuition. It also examines the visionary art of Alex Grey whose works offer a gateway into a different state of consciousness, where the viewer can access new insights and perspectives. In in a world that is becoming increasingly disconnected from the creative body, visionary art can be a source of hope and inspiration.

Keywords: transpersonal psychology, visionary art, psychedelics, ecopsychology, spirituality, Alex Grey

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Deeper Thoughts on Ecopsychedelics
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Deeper Thoughts on Ecopsychedelics

Ecopsychedelics is the intersection of nature and psychedelics. With the ever-changing biosphere and a world in the climate crisis, ecopsychedelics seeks to discuss psychoactive compounds as ecologically responsible solutions to address eco, social, and post-colonial barriers of separation that humans have with the natural world and with one another.

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Defining Ecopsychedelics
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Defining Ecopsychedelics

Ecopsychedelics is defined as the intersection of nature and psychedelics. With the ever-changing biosphere and a world in climate and social crisis. This clubhouse seeks to discuss psychoactive compounds to address eco, social, and post-colonial barriers of separation that humans have with the natural world and with one another. Meetups are framed around resilient leadership, diversity, equity, and access to psychedelic medicine.

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