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How to Choose a Psychedelic Support Person

In recent years we've observed various issues arising from the psychedelic underground and potential for issues in the emerging clinical frameworks. From safety concerns to ethical considerations, it's clear that proper guidance is essential for those embarking on psychedelic journeys. That's where the role of a knowledgeable and experienced guide becomes indispensable.

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Breaking the silences and delving deeper into the culture of avoidance

Breaking the silences and delving deeper into the culture of avoidance within the psychedelics community regarding allegations against Ben Sessa.

“The idea of ‘giving the drug war more arguments to exist’ is a common retort in the psychedelics world used to shut down people who speak about abuses.” - Kayla Greenstein

This quote hits home, highlighting how discussions about misconduct and abuses are often met with dismissal or defensiveness.

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Revisiting Decriminalisation

The aims of decriminalisation, legalisation, and safe supply are themselves part of a larger conversation around the future of how our health system can help people flourish and how society can better respect bodily autonomy, cognitive liberty, and religious freedoms.

And we have to start somewhere, and for us, that’s here.

- Dr Sam Douglas

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