S04E107 - Phoenix White - Psychedelics, Spirit & Healing

Welcome to another episode of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast. In this enlightening conversation, hosts Keith Fiveson and Phoenix White sit down with the inspiring CEO of the Sacred Celestial Institute, White. Here are the key points from today’s profound discussion on mental health, self-exploration, and transformative healing.

• White’s Personal Journey: White opens up about their transition from experiencing trauma to becoming a vocal mental health advocate and psychedelic-assisted therapist.

• Creating Safe Spaces: The importance of providing healing environments for individuals, especially those hailing from trauma-impacted communities, is emphasized. White discusses the need for validation and understanding without falling into people-pleasing patterns.

• Combining Spirituality and Science: White shares insights on how their practice blends medical and pharmaceutical knowledge with the wisdom of indigenous spiritual traditions, appealing to a diverse clientele, including those with specific religious beliefs.

• Psychedelic Therapy Demystified: The hosts and White discuss the intersection of spiritual and scientific realms in the practice of psychedelic therapy. White elaborates on the importance of grounding the mystical aspects of psychedelics in a way that honors their sacred origins.

• The Multisensory Experience: Unpacking the unique elements of psychedelic experiences, the conversation turns to the role of touch, music, and setting in facilitating profound healing during ceremonies.

• Breathwork and Emotional Guidance: White highlights the use of breath control and eye contact as tools to establish calmness and connection during energy transfer sessions, illustrating the nuanced techniques employed in their therapeutic work.

• “Redefining Strong”: White’s book is mentioned as a resource to provide readers with the tools for self-healing and emotional clarity, drawing on their own transformative experiences.

• Inclusivity in Therapy: The episode concludes with White recounting the deeply personal journey that led to the founding of the Sacred Celestial Institute. Their commitment to making psychedelic therapy inclusive and the impact of their work on hundreds of individuals is celebrated.

• Invitation to Listeners: Listeners are encouraged to explore White’s book and the therapeutic services offered by the Sacred Celestial Institute to embark on their paths of introspection and growth within a nurturing space.

Resources Mentioned:

• White’s book, “Redefining Strong”
• Sacred Celestial Institute

Connect with White:

• https://thesacredcelestial.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/phoenixwhite/?hl=en

Join us next week for another episode of The Mindfulness Experience Podcast, where we continue diving deep into mental well-being and holistic healing. Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave us a review!