Harnessing Ketamine: Exploring Psychedelics and Consciousness

Exploring Healing Through Guided Ketamine Sessions with Dr. Unkefer and Shandell Pino

In this episode of Practically Magic, host Courtney Pearl delves into the world of psychedelics and healing, focusing on her personal experiences with ketamine. Courtney is joined by Dr. Unkefer from Guided Ketamine and Shandell Pino from Inner Light Academy. They discuss the importance of safe and controlled ketamine sessions, the science behind ketamine's effects on the brain, and the vital role of emotional and spiritual support in psychedelic therapies. Personal anecdotes and experiences are shared, emphasizing the transformative potential of guided ketamine sessions. The episode also touches on the integration of these experiences into everyday life and the importance of intentional post-session practices.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:41 Card Pull and Symbolism

01:27 Exploring the Phoenix and Kali Cards

02:17 Ketamine Session Insights

02:29 Visualizing Liberation

03:36 Breaking Down Walls with Psychedelics

04:04 Interview with Dr. Uffer and Shandal Pinot

04:37 Dr. Uffer's Journey with Ketamine

05:30 Understanding Ketamine's Effects

06:21 The Science Behind Ketamine

08:58 Personal Healing Journeys

10:58 The Role of Glutamate in Healing

13:46 Importance of Post-Session Integration

15:47 Shandell's Background and Experience

19:14 Courtney's First Psychedelic Experience

20:45 Group Ketamine Session Experience

27:15 Exploring Pyramids in Different Worlds

28:34 The Science Behind Ketamine's Effects

30:22 Emotional and Spiritual Experiences

31:51 Energy Work and Integration

32:55 Personal Reflections and Healing

38:06 The Importance of Integration

40:50 Final Thoughts and Resources