In this episode, the speaker discusses the importance of seeking therapy for trauma, as well as the difficulty in coming to terms with events beyond our control and breaking free from self-blame.
After five months of weekly therapy sessions, the speaker was committed to finding a solution to overcome PTSD. The journey to healing is ongoing and requires integration to fully recover.
The discomfort in therapy, despite being initially unpleasant, is key in revealing and processing deeper issues. It's necessary to have a therapist who is willing to dive into these uncomfortable moments with the patient.
The relationship between childhood trauma and mundane objects such as cardboard boxes can be magnified and trigger memories from the past.
The use of talk therapy is essential to prepare for psychedelic medicine. It helps in understanding issues, past traumas, and sets an intention for the medicine to work on.