135 | What to Do When Psychedelics Trigger an Identity Crisis (9 Practical Tips)
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This episode explores the experience of post-psychedelic identity crisis and offers practical tips for navigating it.
$500 OFF for March + April start dates for 1:1 Psychedelically-Informed life coaching . Apply now! What happens when a psychedelic experience doesn’t expand your sense of self, but instead collapses it? In this episode, I explore the reality of post-psychedelic identity crisis, also known as ontological shock or existential confusion. This is a deeply disorienting phase where your old sense of self no longer fits, leaving you questioning who you are, what you want, and how to move forward. Drawing from my own experience nearly a year after Iboga, I share what this process actually feels like, and how to navigate it with more clarity, stability, and self-trust. This episode offers grounded, practical psychedelic integration support for anyone experiencing anxiety, confusion, loss of identity, or emotional overwhelm after a psychedelic journey. What you'll learn: What a post-psychedelic identity crisis is Why psychedelics can trigger ontological shock and ego destabilization Common symptoms: anxiety, low self-trust, confusion, lack of direction How to ground yourself when your sense of self feels unstable Mastering the mind and anxiety The importance of emotional care and…
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