We will come together the first Wednesday of every month to share our experience, wisdom and interest in the many facets of the psychedelic renaissance. The night will begin in circle discussing a particular topic related to the psychedelic world. Ceremony & Ritual, music & art, social justice, the healing nature of the various psychedelic medicines, indigenous wisdom, ethics… Nothing is off the table in this discussion part of the night.

Maestro Javier Rojas is visiting San Diego from Peru and facilitating an open discussion on sacred Medicines

We will come together the first Wednesday of every month to share our experience, wisdom and interest in the many facets of the psychedelic renaissance. The night will begin in circle discussing a particular topic related to the psychedelic world. Ceremony & Ritual, music & art, social justice, the healing nature of the various psychedelic medicines, indigenous wisdom, ethics… Nothing is off the table in this discussion part of the night.

In this two-hour event, those with sincere interest in getting involved in Aware Project will breakout into discussion groups around shared interests, brainstorm, and come back to the larger group with next steps for each “affinity group” as it were.

We will come together the first Wednesday of every month to share our experience, wisdom and interest in the many facets of the psychedelic renaissance. The night will begin in circle discussing a particular topic related to the psychedelic world. Ceremony & Ritual, music & art, social justice, the healing nature of the various psychedelic medicines, indigenous wisdom, ethics… Nothing is off the table in this discussion part of the night.

Have you ever felt drawn to a particular natural element, or resonated with a certain archetype, such as the hero, outlaw, or magician? Join Becca for a discussion around how these universal forces can show up in our psychedelic experiences and integration, how we can build personal relationships with them, and ultimately how they can provide us a deeper understanding of ourselves and others.

Experienced psychonauts and curious beginners, alike, are welcome to this deep dive into ancient, pancultural wisdom.

Black, Indigenous, Queer, and People Of Color (BIQPOC). Why is there such low representation in public spaces of the psychedelic community and how we can make it a priority to elevate these voices and listen to their perspective? How is the experience of psychedelic journeywork different for someone who is non-white, gender non-conforming, or other identities outside of the dominant culture and social norms? In the age of psychedelics becoming more mainstream, what does justice look like for the psychedelic community, and what is our role in bringing it about? Please join us for a panel—with four individuals representing various intersections of these identities—to delve into conversation about such questions regarding race, equity, justice, BIQPOC inclusion, and more, as it pertains to the psychedelic experience and community.

In response to numerous inquiries, requests, and conversation, we’re going to explore the concepts of spiritual activism, participation, and “bypass”.

Be part of a uniquely integrative opportunity to think outside the box and build bridges between three very different cultures, each renowned for its unflagging adherence to tradition: Western, evidence-based clinical psychology; indigenous healing practices; and the military.

Join Daniel McQueen as he shares stories of his journey from trying to be a somewhat normal human being, to becoming an underground psychedelic guide, to being a legal, above ground practicing psychedelic plant medicine specialist in the United States. He’s grateful to share what he has learned along the way, and the many pitfalls he’s encountered, so he can support others interested in pursuing this core professional transition into the light of a very controversial field. Daniel will share what it has really been like to manage a psychedelic therapy center in the U.S. and will also describe two psychedelic programs he has helped implement that are potentially world transforming technologies: Cannabis-Assisted Psychedelic Therapy and the Extended-State DMT Expedition (DMTx).

Join Daniel McQueen as he shares stories of his journey from trying to be a somewhat normal human being, to becoming an underground psychedelic guide, to being a legal, above ground practicing psychedelic plant medicine specialist in the United States. He’s grateful to share what he has learned along the way, and the many pitfalls he’s encountered, so he can support others interested in pursuing this core professional transition into the light of a very controversial field.

Join us and the international coming out movement, #ThankYouPlantMedicine - as we celebrate stories of plant medicine and psychedelic transformation and healing. The movement is helping to destigmatize plant medicines and psychedelics by flooding the internet with 100,000 stories of gratitude on Feb 20, 2020- and we plan to do the same in the real world.

In this presentation we will explore the journey of transformation; as we dive deeper into the work, the needs and resistance of our shadow becomes more focused, more defined. As we become clearer in our own understanding and personal relationships with healing integration and addiction, we can then sharpen our tools and ability to navigate our healing path.

Tyler and Kyle will be facilitating a deep healing sound journey. Utilizing ancient instruments such as gongs, didgeridoos, drums, flutes and chimes; expect to be taken on a magical exploration of rhythmic vibration. Healing sound frequencies vibrate cellular activity to optimal homeostasis, while the mind attunes to sounds, allowing your mental state to relax into the moment, surrender into the healing, and take a meditative journey. Prepare to relax, recharge and reconnect with your deeper self.

IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WOUND, written and performed by Rich Orloff, is the true story of Rich's adventures in underground therapy using MDMA and psilocybin mushrooms, based on cutting-edge experiments designed to help people heal from deep emotional wounds. At times humorous and at times harrowing, IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WOUND takes the audience through the experience, in an honest, vivid and compelling way.

Tyler and Kyle will be facilitating a deep healing sound journey. Utilizing ancient instruments such as gongs, didgeridoos, drums, flutes and chimes; expect to be taken on a magical exploration of rhythmic vibration. Healing sound frequencies vibrate cellular activity to optimal homeostasis, while the mind attunes to sounds, allowing your mental state to relax into the moment, surrender into the healing, and take a meditative journey. Prepare to relax, recharge and reconnect with your deeper self.

How does one best integrate the insights from a psychedelic experience?

Deva has been a part of over 400 sessions and witnessed firsthand the transitions people go through before and after working with psychedelics. From this unique perspective, he will share integration techniques that have proven most effective and the role a non-dualistic perspective plays in releasing trauma and creating radical shifts in our belief systems.

Deva will lead us in a discussion with exercises that assist in integrating this understanding on a mind, body, and soul level.

Recent studies demonstrate that ibogaine is incredibly effective for treatment of opioid addiction. The mechanisms by which it reduces withdrawal symptoms and helps people reduce problematic drug use are unclear, however. At this Aware Project event, we will explore the therapeutic role of the subjective effects of ibogaine, a powerful psychedelic substance that engenders a "waking dream" state. Our exploration will utilize a qualitative methodology to examine individuals' ibogaine experiences and before/after interviews from people who've received ibogaine treatment for opioid addiction.

For psychedelic/medicine people, chances are, swiping left and right is not an ideal way of meeting people.
Are you seeking to connect with people on the same path? Looking for folks that understand what you mean when you mention 'ego death' and 'magic mushrooms'?
Join us on 11/11 for an evening of connecting. We are crafting a safe space for authentic relating and heart opening human connection whether you’re looking for love or friendship. Maybe you will meet your next friend-crush, find your soul mate, or fall deeper in love with yourself!

Fantastic Fungi is a consciousness-shifting film that takes us on an immersive journey through time and scale into the magical earth beneath our feet, an underground network that can heal and save our planet. Through the eyes of renowned scientists and mycologists like Paul Stamets, best-selling authors Michael Pollan, Eugenia Bone, Andrew Weil, and others, we become aware of the beauty, intelligence and solutions the fungi kingdom offer us in response to some of our most pressing medical, therapeutic, and environmental challenges.

With an epidemic rising in autoimmune and inflammatory conditions and a resurgence of interest in psychedelic medicines, it seems inevitable that the two fields will soon intertwine. Pharmacological and anecdotal evidence suggests that psychedelic compounds may have useful implications in the treatment of chronic autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Emerging research is beginning to highlight the immune-modulating and anti-inflammatory effects of these compounds, as well as their effect on vagal nerve tone, the microbiome and psychological traumas that initiate autoimmune mechanisms in the body. Psychedelics address both psychospiritual and physiological elements of disease, providing a comprehensive and holistic approach to healing. This talk will thoroughly present existing evidence that psychedelics have potential to provide great relief in this area of medicine covering a broad range of relevant observed effects.

Shamanism has been practiced all over the world for tens of thousands of years. The late anthropologist Michael Harner distilled a set of core beliefs and methods used by shamans from widely varied cultures and geographic regions. One such method is rhythmic drumming to induce altered states of consciousness where where healing and guidance are available from the spiritual realm. Thanks in part to Harner’s teachings, shamanism has undergone a resurgence in recent decades, and shamanic techniques are now used by non-indigenous people for healing and guidance. Shamanic practitioner Sage Heart will discuss the core elements of shamanism, and participants will learn specific methods to inform their own practice. This will include a shamanic drumming experience with a journey into the non-ordinary reality of shamanic cosmology, guiding you to access your own deep spiritual wisdom. Participants are requested to bring something that can be used as a blindfold (such as a bandana) and are encouraged to bring a small hand drum or rattle if they have one.

At the age of 27—after a lifetime of struggling with autism spectrum disorder and concurrent clinical depression—Aaron Paul Orsini received a dose of LSD that gave him access to emotional and social intuition for the very first time. This 75-minute talk includes Aaron’s first-hand account of his LSD-assisted breakthroughs in behavioral and occupational therapy, as detailed in his newly published essay, “Autism on Acid”, paired with evidence-based theories on the mechanisms of action of LSD, and explorations of how LSD and other 5-HT2A Agonists could be used as “neurological contact lenses” for those struggling with social, emotional, and sensory disabilities.

Carol will discuss hypnosis and hypnotherapy as both an alternative and a complement to the psychedelic experience. Carol will also share about the process of integrating psychedelic experiences appropriately and meaningfully into our lives—integration is everything! She will also present information about the new modality developed by Daniel McQueen of Medicinal Mindfulness; cannabis-assisted therapy and cannabis psychedelic journeys. This novel approach to intentional, ceremonial cannabis use has been demonstrated to be just as deeply powerful and profound as psychedelic medicines such as ayahuasca, DMT, psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA.

In this inspiring mini-workshop, Laura Dawn draws from ancient wisdom and the latest research in the fields of neuroscience, psychedelic studies, and quantum physics to share how ayahuasca can work as a powerful tool for manifestation. Plant medicines work to shift your focus and perception and ultimately attune our awareness to quantum reality. Laura will guide us how to tap into that visionary state to create an inner vision and transmute it into real life.

InnerSpace Integration (ISI) and Los Angeles Medicinal Plant Society (LAMPS) is coming together to create community where attendees will have a chance to meet and socialize with fellow members of the Los Angeles psychedelic & plant medicine community. For our members who want to connect more or anyone who is curious about non-ordinary states of consciousness-you all are welcome! Attendees will also have a chance to meet various members & facilitators of the InnerSpace Integration network and LAMPS.

Join us for a deep dive into the mystical facets of psychedelics and how they've helped people discover their soul’s true purpose. Drawing from his personal journey and anthropological research, author Jerry Brown will share explorations into psychedelic's rich religious history, illustrating examples with stunning photographs of magic mushrooms in medieval Christian art. Learn about his studies on how psychedelics can lead to life-changing insights for passion, purpose and healing; and explore a future where psychedelics affect and form spirituality and religion.

Come and join us for this super special evening of cultural sharing of the Yawanawá tribe, who live deep in the Amazon of Brazil. We are very excited to invite you to this rare gathering of not only Matsini, the chief and paje of Mutum, but also his wife and two of his 14 children.

Psilocybin Mushrooms have exploded into the national conversation. Science has demonstrated their efficacy as powerful tools to treat mental health issues and enhance wellness. Michael Pollan introduced their uses to the mainstream and spurred a conversation that has everyone from therapists to soccer moms talking about them. Denver made history by becoming the first municipality in the country to decriminalize mushrooms, and now California aims to be the first state in the union to decriminalize these mysterious fungal medicines. Please join us for a discussion with Kevin Matthews, the Executive Director of Decriminalize Denver, and Ryan Munevar, the Campaign Director of Decriminalize California, as we cover this burgeoning movement. Topics to include: why the time has come for psilocybin decriminalization, lessons from Denver, the current status of the California campaign, what you can do to be a part of the movement, and more.

After many years of prescription medications failed her a suicidal woman turns to underground healers to try and overcome her depression, anxiety, and opioid addiction with illegal psychedelic medicine like magic mushrooms and iboga.