Testimonials
This is the story of Mara McGraw
'When Mara McGraw found out she had neuroendocrine cancer -- a terminal diagnosis -- she felt hopeless, afraid, and depressed.
She did more than a year of talk therapy and even tried mainstream drugs like Prozac, but nothing helped, Until she tried psilocybin therapy about five weeks ago."
There are countless individuals, such as Mara McGraw, who have discovered hope and healing in their pursuit of mental wellness through psychedelic therapy, when all hope was lost and traditional talk therapy or pills fell short.
Tony Macie
Ex-Soldier, PTSD Patient
"I feel I can open up more now and talk to people about things. It’s a continual thing. [...] The only side effect was that my jaw might have been a little sore, but I didn’t really feel any negative effects from the treatment. It was a very positive experience."
Source: https://www.vice.com/en/article/5gkdjz/mdma-is-helping-me-overcome-my-ptsd
Dinah Bazer
Ovarian Cancer Patient
"That’s when one of my doctors told me about a study at NYU: people with cancer-related anxiety and depression could receive a single dose of psilocybin, the mind-altering drug that comes from psychedelic mushrooms [...] The experience changed how I wanted to live my life."
Source: https://time.com/4586052/psychedelic-drug-psilocybin-cancer-anxiety/
Ayelet Waldman
Novelist, Depression Patient
"I feel happier, more balanced, more patient, more compassionate. I get less worked up about my kids' driving habits, my husband's shortsightedness, my writing career. I am less twitchy, less physically tense, less sad, less fearful."
Source: Waldman, Ayelet A Really Good Day: How Microdosing Made a Mega Difference in My Mood, My Marriage, and My Life, Knopf, 2017
Tom Shroder
Author, Researcher
"Acid Test: LSD, Ecstasy, and the Power to Heal" (book) Testimonial: "Through my research, I've encountered numerous individuals who have experienced profound healing through psychedelic therapy. From PTSD to addiction, these therapies offer hope where conventional treatments have failed."
Source: Shroder, Tom Acid Test: LSD, Ecstasy, and the Power to Heal, Penguin Publishing Group, 2015
'When pills stopped working, Andrew Robb looked to psychedelic drug therapy'
Andrew Robb, saved by psychedelic therapy
When pills ultimately turned out dysfunctional, Andrew Robb decided psychedelic therapy is worth a shot.
This decision would drastically improve his mental health forever.
Gabor Maté
Physician
"In my clinical practice, I've witnessed the transformative power of psychedelic therapy firsthand. From childhood trauma to addiction, these therapies have the potential to catalyze profound healing and self-discovery."
Source: https://maps.org/news/media/renowned-doctor-gabor-mate-on-psychedelics-and-unlocking-the-unconscious-fr-2/
While the potential for positive experiences with psychedelics is great, it's essential to recognize that not all encounters are overwhelmingly positive.
In fact, the use of psychedelics without proper guidance or in uncontrolled settings can pose serious risks to mental and physical health. It's crucial to approach these substances with caution and respect, understanding that their effects can vary widely from person to person and even from one experience to another.
"I experimented with psychedelics at a party with friends, expecting a fun and enlightening experience. However, the trip quickly turned overwhelming and frightening. I lost all sense of control and felt detached from reality, experiencing intense paranoia and anxiety. The experience left me traumatized and struggling with persistent anxiety and flashbacks. In hindsight, I realize that I underestimated the potency and potential risks of psychedelics when used without proper guidance and in a recreational setting. I deeply regret my decision and wish I had approached psychedelics with more caution and respect."
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