EXPANDED STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS WORLD SUMMIT
SCHEDULE
DAYS 1 & 2
Psychedelics &
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
Deepak Chopra, MD • Rosalind Watts, PhD • Andrew Weil, MD • Gita Vaid, MD • Monnica Williams, PhD • Sara Reed • James Fadiman, PhD • David Nutt, DM • Andrea Pennington, MD • Dennis McKenna, PhD • Sunny Strassburg, LMFT • Christopher Timmermann, PhD • Christopher Bache, PhD • Paul Austin
On Days 1 & 2 of the Summit we will explore the current psychedelic renaissance and the use of psychedelics for accessing expanded states of consciousness and their potential of both healing and spiritual evolution with pioneering experts like Deepak Chopra, Andrew Weil, Dennis McKenna, and James Fadiman. We will also explore the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy that shows so much promise for healing very difficult to treat forms of human suffering with movement leaders like Rosalind Watts, Gital Vaid, David Nutt, Sara Reed and more…
DAY #3
Transformational Breathwork
Wim Hof • Ayo Handy-Kendi • Michael Stone • Ela Manga, MD • Jessica Dibb • Anthony Abbagnano • Christine Calvert
Summit Day 2 features interviews with renowned breathwork teacher Wim Hof, holotropic breathwork teacher Christine Calvert, and other leading teachers of transformational breathwork like Michael Stone, Dr. Ela Manga, Ayo Handy-Kendi, and more. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from these experts about the benefits of breathwork, its transformative power, and how it can be integrated into their daily lives. Through these interviews, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the science and philosophy behind breathwork, as well as practical tips and techniques for incorporating breathwork into their self-care practices. This day offers an invaluable opportunity to learn from some of the most respected voices in the breathwork community and deepen your understanding of this powerful tool for personal growth and healing.
DAYS 4 & 5
Plant Medicine and Shamanism
Paul Stamets • Luisah Teish • Oscar Miro-Quesada • Sandra Ingerman • Grandmother Flordemayo • Joe Tafur, MD • Luzclara Camus • Wade Davis • Tom Garcia • Marie Mbouni, MD • Jonathan Horwitz • Christina Pratt • Jose Luis Stevens, Phd • John Lockley
Summit Days 4 & 5 feature interviews with leading plant medicine and shamanic practice researchers, practitioners, and teachers such as Paul Stamets, Luisah Teish, Oscar Miro Quesada, Sandra Ingerman, and more. Participants will gain insights into the transformative potential of plant medicine and shamanic practices, and learn about the healing properties of various plants and fungi. Through these interviews, participants will also gain a deeper understanding of indigenous wisdom and traditional healing practices, and how they can be integrated into contemporary society for greater well-being and harmony with the natural world. These two days offer a unique opportunity to learn from some of the most respected voices in the plant medicine and shamanic practice community and explore the intersection of ancient and modern approaches to healing.
DAY 6
Science of Consciousness
Dan Siegel, MD • Joan Borysenko, PhD • Ken Wilber • John Vervaeke, PhD • Peter Russell, PhD • Sundar Balasubramanian, PhD • Rollin McCraty, PhD
Day 6 of the Summit focuses on the science of consciousness and expanded states, featuring interviews with leading scientists and philosophers such as Dan Siegel, Ken Wilber, John Vervaeke, Peter Russell, and more. Participants will explore the latest research and theories on consciousness, including the neuroscience of meditation and altered states of consciousness. Through these interviews, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the nature of reality, the role of consciousness in the universe, and how expanded states of consciousness can lead to greater self-awareness, insight, and spiritual growth. This day offers a unique opportunity to learn from some of the most respected voices in the field of consciousness studies and explore the frontiers of human knowledge and understanding.
DAY 7
Meditation & Nonduality
Sharon Salzberg • A.H. Almaas • Gangaji • Adyashanti • Amoda Maa • Fleet Maull, PhD • Thomas Hubl, PhD • Craig Hamilton
Day 7 of the Summit focuses on nondual and direct awakening approaches to meditation as a vehicle for accessing and integrating expanded states of consciousness, featuring interviews with renowned nondual meditation teachers such as A. H. Almaas, Gangaji, Adyashanti, Amoda Maa, Fleet Maull, and more. Participants will explore the principles and practices of nondual meditation, and learn how to cultivate a direct experience of reality beyond the limitations of the egoic mind. Through these interviews, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the nature of awakening, the process of spiritual evolution, and the potential of nondual meditation for personal and collective transformation. This day offers an invaluable opportunity to learn from some of the most respected teachers in the field of nondual meditation and explore the path to spiritual awakening.
DAY 8
Expanded States Integration
Richard Schwartz, PhD • Ruth King • Ryan Westrum, PhD • Ron Siegel, PsyD • Dawson Church, PhD • Christopher Germer, PhD • Heidi Denkers • Alex Howard
Day 8 of the Summit focuses on how to effectively integrate expanded states of consciousness experience to optimize their potential for healing and spiritual development, while avoiding the pitfalls of ego inflation or unprocessed shadow dynamics. The day features interviews with clinicians and teachers such as Richard Schwartz, founder of Internal Family Systems therapy, Ryan Westrum, author of The Psychedelics Integration Handbook, Mindfulness teachers Ruth King and Ron Siegel, and Mindful Self-Compassion teacher Christopher Germer, who will offer practical guidance and tools for integrating expanded states of consciousness into daily life. Participants will learn about the importance of integration for personal growth and healing, and gain insights into how to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the integration process. This day offers an invaluable opportunity to learn from experts in the field of integration and develop the skills and knowledge needed to optimize the benefits of expanded states of consciousness.
DAY 9
Alternative Expanded States Pathways
Marisa Peer • Krishna Das • Alex and Allyson Grey • Alex King-Harris • David Starfire • Mendel Kaelen, PhD • Chris Willard, PsyD • Sue Morter, DC
Summit Day 9 focuses on alternative pathways for accessing and integrating expanded states of consciousness experiences, featuring interviews with visionary artists Alex and Allyson Grey, vocalist Alex King-Harris, Grammy-nominated Kirtan singer and spiritual teacher Krishna Das, and psychedelic-assisted therapy music track composers David Starfire and Mendel Kaelen. Participants will explore the use of art, music, and chanting as vehicles for accessing and integrating expanded states of consciousness, and gain insights into the role of creativity and expression in the integration process. Through these interviews, participants will also learn about the potential of art and music to inspire personal growth and transformation, and deepen their connection to the spiritual dimensions of life. This day offers an exciting opportunity to explore the intersection of art, music, and consciousness and discover new pathways for personal and collective evolution.