Audio 2, Part 1 of the talks with Pat Wright

Written By Chelsea Mackey

Discussion with Chelsea Mackey and Pat Wright.

Topics:

-Defining altered states to include traditional diagnoses like psychosis and spiritual experiences

-How common these experiences are and the need for a compassionate space to discuss them

-Personal experiences with "unusual beliefs and hearing voices"

-Benefit of a "soft landing" approach

-Contrasts between judgment vs total acceptance

-Research studies demonstrating superior recovery rates for altered states in non-Western countries


Chelsea Mackey
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