Exploring Ayahuasca: Spiritual Growth, Healing, and Safety
In this episode of The Skeptic Metaphysicians, hosts Will and Karen are joined by expert Michael Tierno to explore the complexities of Ayahuasca and its potential benefits for mental health and spiritual growth.Join Our Inner Circle and enter to win FREE sessions with Ray Catania or Julie Phoenix:https://app.dropstation.io/skepticmetaphysicianThe discussion covers the significance of expanded states achieved through practices like breathwork, meditation, and psychedelics and Michael shares insights on the importance of proper guidance, preparation, and integration in Ayahuasca retreats. Key topics include the practicalities and safety protocols, the cultural context, and the potential risks of attending unqualified retreat centers. Additionally, the episode touches on personal experiences, the physiological and psychological impacts, and tips for choosing a reputable Ayahuasca retreat. With a focus on providing a transformative and healing experience, this enlightening conversation demystifies Ayahuasca beyond its trend status. 00:00 Introduction to Ayahuasca and Spiritual Growth03:55 Exploring Expanded States and Their Benefits08:47 Understanding Ayahuasca Retreats and Safety12:24 Personal Experiences and Integration22:11 Legal and Cultural Aspects of Ayahuasca29:38 The Beauty and Power of Ayahuasca Ceremonies30:33 Experiencing the Purge: A Personal Story32:43 Understanding the Ayahuasca Experience35:12 The Healing Potential of Ayahuasca49:49 Choosing the Right Ayahuasca RetreatReinforce your body’s resonance and return it to a clearer and more balanced natural state with a Q-Link pendant: https://share.shopqlink.com/1116.html.Guest Info:https://michaeltiernoguide.comhttps://heartsanctuaryretreats.comhttps://moi.communityFollow The Skeptic Metaphysicians on Instagram here for more motivation and inspiration. Then tag them on Instagram with your favorite part from today's show and they will repost their fav’s every week!Other Ways To Connect With Us:Website: skepticmetaphysician.comFacebook: @TheSkepticMetaphysicianSupport the Show:Rate/review Us Here: https://lovethepodcast.com/SkepticMetaphysiciansPurchase Merchandise: https://www.skepticmetaphysician.com/storeBuy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/SkepticMetaphys
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Like Scully and Mulder from the X-Files, a skeptic metaphysician is caught between two worlds—the allure of life's mystical mysteries and the grounding force of scientific scrutiny. It's a quest to peel back the layers of the 'woo,' seeking to find what's real, what's illusion, and what lies in the realm of endless possibilities.Now, imagine embarking on this quest with your life partner, and turning it into a dynamic, Signal Award-winning show. Meet Will Rodriguez and Karen Endsley, the real-life husband and wife duo behind 'The Skeptic Metaphysicians'. From unraveling metaphysical enigmas to exploring spiritual awakenings, they dive deep without making it cringy. Their contrasting views—one is a true pragmatist, and the other a wonder-filled explorer—make them the perfect guides for today's journey into the great unknown.So buckle up, put ON, or take OFF, your skeptic glasses and let’s get ready to talk to the Skeptic Metaphysicians!This weekly show is a fun exploration of metaphysics, spiritual awakenings, healing modalities and magical personalities. Hosted by a real-life husband and wife team of story-tellers, this show brings you interviews with inspirational experts in the fields of enlightenment and expanded consciousness!Previous episodes have covered topics like:- What is metaphysics and the metaphysical?- Are psychics real?- Is there life after death?- Do we really have past lives?- What is the best way to wake up spiritually?- Does hypnosis really work?- What's the real mind-body-soul connection?- What is a near death experience?- What's the best way to manifest using the law of attraction?- How to energize chakras?- Why is meditation so important?- Just what is Spiritual Cord Cutting?- Can people really channel spirit guides, angels and ascended masters?- Are we really being visited by aliens?- How to handle being an empath?Some of the Skeptic Metaphysicians Podcast Topics:Religions – Hare Krishnas, Buddhists, Shamans, Wiccans, Tantra, Ayurveda, Jews, Muslims and ChristiansPractices – Magic, Mediumship, Palm Leaf Reading, Pendulums, Reiki, Hypnosis, Past Life Regressions, Crystals, Tarot, Meditation, Energizing ChakrasActivities – Ghost Hunters, Near Death / Out of Body, Angels, Spirit Guides, Ascended MastersGrow and expand your consciousness without sacrificing the fun of exploring with humor!New episodes every Wednesday and bonus episodes throughout the week!