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Easing the Passage of the Dead - Red Things on Tuesday
Welcome to this Week's Edition of Red Things on Tuesday.Thank you to our sponsor!This week's email is sponsored by InoculateTheWorld - the industry standard for clean, viable, high quality mushroom spore syringes, prints, and cultures.They strictly sell mushroom spores for microscopy research. We are currently shipping orders within 1-2 business days. Save 10% off your order with coupon code TAM https://inoculatetheworld.com/ Easing the Passing of the DeadSome of you may know the old George Burns joke, " Every morning when I wake up, I read the Obituaries. If I'm not in them, I have breakfast." I know that I'm not quite that old yet, but it does seem that I'm at the age where every time I open Facebook, I see news that one more friend has passed. It seems that I only talk to my old friends from back in the day when we're memorializing one of our fallen. There were two passings this weekend. Two people I was friends with a hundred years ago from two distinct communities. Two dead friends are exponentially more to process. I called a friend who dated C once upon a time. She was one of his true loves. He told me that he thought one day they would sit down again, and he'd be able to share things left unsaid. Apologies, insights, and expressions of care. Who can't relate to that? Who doesn't wish that final door hadn't closed before we mustered up some courage? It took me a moment to realize that people I haven't spoken to in a decade dying is not about me. My mind always wants to make it about me. And I've got enough grief stored in my tissues that it doesn't take much trigger some up to the surface. Then the wiser voice in my head spoke to me, "This is why we have prayers to ease the passage of the dead." I thought of the Tibetan Book of the Dead and its psychedelic descendant, The Psychedelic Experience. I remembered that service is the key to overcoming self-centeredness and that there is no reason that service should end just because someone dies. So I prayed. I allowed my heart and mind to focus on my friends and their journey instead of on my sentimentality. It was peaceful. I think this is the way. Fortuitously, the next day was a worldwide meditation gathering in honor of David Lynch. I showed up with about 20 of my students. It was lovely. The Community of Tam Meditators is spread all across the globe, so our group practice always has a decentralized feel, but it was so sweet to know that at that moment, we were tuned into an even broader community. It was wonderful to offer our respects to such a brilliant artist who contributed so much to our world. It was also ever so poignant to know that we were offering blessings for the recently departed and to be able to contemplate easing the passage. More prayers. It was lovely. No one gets out alive. If we're lucky, we get to have a full, rich, ecstatic human experience before we go. We get to experience the full range, and that includes grief. I don't want to suggest otherwise. It all has its time and place. So this email goes out to everyone who has ever lost someone and everyone who's ever been lost. May your road be easy. The Last Ecstatic DaysA Beautiful Documentary about death A Good Reason to Meditate from our pal David LynchMemories of Twin PeaksFree to stick this on a heroic dose playlist for me. Teach your kids about mushrooms with flashcards!We're having fun with this set of identification flashcards. And here are some of our upcoming classes... Exploring EMBARK Psychedelic Therapy with Alex Belser - January 27th at 8pm EasternOur Monthly Golden Road Masterclass Join us for a discussion on the challenges and opportunities in psychedelic therapy, highlighting EMBARK, a new model detailed in a clinical handbook from Oxford University Press. Designed for both practitioners and researchers, EMBARK provides guidelines on preparation, medication sessions, and integration. We’ll explore recent research, including a clinical trial where 79% of participants experienced full remission from depression within three weeks, leading to FDA Breakthrough Therapy designation. We’ll also discuss the growing interest in EMBARK, with over 4,000 clinicians enrolling in its free, open-access video training. Alex Belser, PhD, is a clinical scientist, author, and licensed psychologist. His psychedelic research at NYU, Yale University, and in multi-site clinical trials has explored the potential of psilocybin, DMT, ketamine, and MDMA therapies to alleviate human suffering. His latest book, EMBARK Psychedelic Therapy for Depression: A New Approach for the Whole Person (Oxford University Press) offers a clinical guide to working with psychedelic medicines. Learn more about the Golden Road here. Inspiration Alchemy! Your Integration Process is asking for greater creativity.If you’ve ever felt your creative energy is stuck or that your artistic spark has dimmed, you’re not alone—and there’s a path back to your vibrant, inspired self. I’m thrilled to introduce Inspiration Alchemy, a transformative 12-week journey crafted with love and intention. It’s time for a creative rebirth. Immerse yourself in daily practices that reignite your passion, weekly gatherings that fuel your imagination, and a community that celebrates your unique artistic voice. Break through the barriers that have held you back, unleashing a torrent of creativity, and step boldly into your identity as an artist. What’s Inside Inspiration Alchemy? • Daily Transformative Practices: Simple yet profound exercises to unlock your creative flow. • Weekly Live Sessions: Engage in intimate discussions with world-renowned guest artists. • Legendary Mentors: Learn from world renowned artists including Chris Dyer, Amanda Sage, and Martin Wittfooth—artists who have shaped the visionary art movement. • Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded creatives who inspire, encourage, and might just become lifelong friends. This journey is about more than just art and creativity—it’s about soul retrieval. It’s about remembering why you came into this world and embracing the power and magic that is your birthright. It’s a call to make the universe more beautiful through your unique expression. We need more artists now more than ever. You'll be able to share the wisdom of creatives such as:
What's Included:• 12 Weeks of Expert Guidance Through The Artist’s Way We'll Meet Mondays at 5pm Pacific, 8pm Eastern for 12 weeks, starting on February 10th. Each week, we'll check in, go over the material and exercises from the book, and enjoy a presentation from one of our guest artists. Throughout the week, you'll be able to stay in touch with your classmates on your own private chat. You can share about your artist dates, your challenges, and your successes. https://inspirationalchemy.com Small Group Work with Daniel - The Golden Road CollectiveWe've started a group offering called The Golden Road Collective. The Golden Road is a collective of psychonauts, healers, guides, and transformational change agents. We work together to create and embody the visions that have been gifted us in our ceremonies. We’re stepping into a shared future that is mindful, resilient, and committed to the versions of ourselves that we know we can be. This month's Master Class is an introduction to EMBARK Psychedelic Therapy with Dr Alex Belser - January 27th Links to All Integration CirclesAll Donation-based Circleshttps://tamintegration.com/psychedelic-integration/ Sponsor this EmailIf you have a product or service, you can sponsor this email and promote yourself to the 13k subscribers of this email. DisclaimerNothing in this email should be considered medical or legal advice. We're not suggesting that you break any laws or do anything dangerous. This email is offered as education and entertainment in the spirit of harm reduction. Consult medical and legal professionals if you have questions. Sometimes, there are affiliate links in this email. It helps support this project. Thank you! |
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Welcome to this Week's Edition of Red Things on Tuesday. Thank you to our sponsor! This week's email is sponsored by InoculateTheWorld - the industry standard for clean, viable, high quality mushroom spore syringes, prints, and cultures.They strictly sell mushroom spores for microscopy research. We are currently shipping orders within 1-2 business days. Save 10% off your order with coupon code TAM https://inoculatetheworld.com/ Be Impeccable with your Psychedelic Integration I often have to...
Welcome to this Week's Edition of Red Things on Tuesday. Thank you to our sponsor! This week's email is sponsored by InoculateTheWorld - the industry standard for clean, viable, high quality mushroom spore syringes, prints, and cultures.They strictly sell mushroom spores for microscopy research. We are currently shipping orders within 1-2 business days. Save 10% off your order with coupon code TAM https://inoculatetheworld.com/ Creativity and Psychedelic Integration We know that we're...
Welcome to this Week's Edition of Red Things on Tuesday. Thank you to our sponsor! This week's email is sponsored by InoculateTheWorld - the industry standard for clean, viable, high quality mushroom spore syringes, prints, and cultures.They strictly sell mushroom spores for microscopy research. We are currently shipping orders within 1-2 business days. Save 10% off your order with coupon code TAM https://inoculatetheworld.com/ Sitting in your Seat Our coaching training just met for its first...