In the midst of a week packed with meetings, deadlines, and other obligations, finding time to relax can be challenging. Fortunately, new age thinking has introduced us to some excellent stress busting practices, one of which is taking part in an activity known as psychedelic therapy. This involves using certain substances derived from plants called psychedelics to help people relax and de-stress. In this article we will explore the many benefits of psychedelics and explain why they are so important.
Psychedelics and the brain
Psychedelics have been shown to have numerous effects on the brain and mind. Some of these are explained below: - Decreases in anxiety - Many people experience anxiety when faced with a lot of stress, but many people also suffer from anxiety when faced with very little stress. The constant state of worrying about things that may or may not happen can cause a lot of stress and cause health issues in the long run. Psychedelics are known to decrease anxiety and help people to relax and let go of stress. - Improves mood - Another positive effect of psychedelics is that they have been shown to improve mood and improve symptoms of depression. This could be due to the fact that psychedelics are known to increase serotonin levels in the brain, a chemical that is known to regulate mood and stress. - Opening to creativity - A notable positive effect of psychedelics is the ability to create art, music, and other forms of creative expression. This is often called a “flow state” and it is often seen as a way to escape reality and de-stress.
Good feelings from bad
Psychedelics have also been shown to induce a sense of well-being and joy from things that previously caused us pain. It is widely believed that many of the positive effects are caused by the release of hormones during meditation while under the influence of psychedelics. For example, psychedelics have been shown to induce a sense of joy and well-being from things that previously caused pain, such as witnessing injustice, experiencing sadness, and even experiencing one’s own death. This feeling is often referred to as “transcendence” or “ego death” and it is believed to be important for psychological and emotional growth.
Healing benefits
Another positive effect of psychedelics is that they are known to induce positive feelings of empathy. This is believed to help people become more understanding of others and to help break down social biases that are often subconsciously held by the individual.
Society benefits
Psychedelics have been shown to be an extremely effective and safe way to treat a number of health conditions, many of which will likely benefit from a lowered stress level, like anxiety, and increased creativity, like depression. These health conditions include obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, cluster headaches, and eating disorders. They are also known to be extremely effective in treating addiction to drugs like alcohol and tobacco, as well as psychological conditions like anxiety, depression, and phobias.
Conclusion
In summary, psychedelics represent a very useful tool that can be used to reduce stress, improve mood, and open the mind to creativity. Many people believe that the medical benefits are the most important reason to use psychedelics, but they are important too. The good feelings that come from experiencing transcendence and a sense of well-being can also be an extremely motivating and inspiring experience for those who enjoy them. The health benefits are also important and are deserving of their own article, which we will be publishing at a later date. Until then, we hope you see the benefits of using psychedelics for yourself and others.
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