Bonus – The Art of Allowing: Psychedelics, Breathwork & Expanded States of Consciousness with Patty Nagle (311)

Patreon/Supercast Special Release – Bonus – The Art of Allowing: Psychedelics, Breathwork & Expanded States (311) This is a sneak peek of our episode with Patty Nagle – available only on our Premium Supercast and Patreon platforms. For as little as $5/month you can have access to special releases like this one, first-to-know about upcoming events and discounts and an ad-free feed. Click here to join & finish the episode!! Licensed mental health counselor and breathwork facilitator, Patty Nagle, explores the practice of “allowing”—slowing down, releasing the need to constantly effort, and creating space for new possibilities. Patty discusses expanded states of consciousness through psychedelics, breathwork, and nature, and explains how these experiences can interrupt deeply ingrained patterns and open the door to change. Alongside co-host Sue Marriott, the two share the importance of preparation, safety, discernment, and integration, and why the real work often begins after the experience. Timestamps for The Art of Allowing: Psychedelics, Breathwork & Expanded States of Consciousness (311) 03:04 Surrender and allowing as a healing practice 05:26 Bringing expanded consciousness into the world 08:38 What is an expanded state of consciousness? 09:15 Methods to induce expanded states: breathwork, nature, psychedelics 11:07 The spectrum of expanded states and their effects 13:43 The potential and risks of psychedelics 17:21 The importance of slow down and integration 21:16 Candidates and contraindications for psychedelic work 23:07 Managing adverse experiences and set and setting 32:32 The history and cultural significance of psychedelics 39:40 The process of integration and touchstones 50:39 Opportunities and offerings for learning and community About our Guest – Patty Nagle, LMHC Patty Nagle is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and certified Grof® Breathwork facilitator who supports individuals navigating the complex, beautiful, and often bewildering territory of healing and transformation. She specializes in helping people prepare for and integrate expanded states of consciousness—including psychedelic experiences—offering grounded, heart-centered guidance for those walking the path of inner exploration. Patty’s approach is rooted in transpersonal and Jungian psychology, deep listening, and a healthy respect for the fact that the healing process rarely follows a straight line. Before becoming a therapist, she spent many years in nonprofit management. That experience continues to inform her therapeutic approach, w