Plant Medicines and Their Role in the Ascent to Higher Levels of Consciousness with Amánda Efthimiou

Amánda Efthimiou is a psychedelic wellness advocate, speaker, writer, and facilitator. She speaks around the world on the efficacy of plant medicines, with special attention to the care needed to ensure its use is ethical and with as much professional supervision as necessary to achieve optimal results.Plant medicines have been used for centuries by various cultures around the world to explore the depths of human consciousness. These powerful botanical allies, such as Ayahuasca, Psilocybin mushrooms, and Peyote, have the remarkable ability to elevate us to higher levels of awareness and understanding.When consumed with intention and in the right setting, plant medicines can facilitate profound journeys of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. They often open the doors of perception, allowing individuals to transcend their ordinary state of consciousness and tap into the vast reservoirs of the mind.Through these transformative experiences, people report gaining insights into their own inner workings, a deeper connection with nature and the universe, and a heightened sense of empathy and interconnectedness with all living beings. These plant medicines serve as bridges between the conscious and the subconscious, offering the potential for healing, personal growth, and the expansion of human consciousness to new horizons. While their effects can be profound, they are also to be approached with respect, caution, and under the guidance of experienced practitioners to ensure safe and meaningful exploration.In this interview with Amánda, you'll discover:-Amanda's journey to the world of plant medicine and how it harmonizes with human wellness...02:00-It sometimes only takes one moment to elevate your consciousness for a long period of time...05:00-Elixirs of life, and reaching a state of "death before dying"...08:10-The consciousness with which we interact with anything correlates to our experience with it...14:30-Ayahuasca was "a six hour conversation with God" for Jennifer...17:30-We disassociate from our bodies, and in turn our connection with the Divine...20:45-We are the ones who ultimately choose how these plant medicines will help or harm our experience in life...22:20-And much more...Resources mentioned:Integra GuideHealing Beyond MedicineAmánda EfthimiouAbout the guest:InstagramAmánda founded INTEGRA to support retreat centers and facilitators in designing integration programs that help people find meaning and healing from their experiences with altered states of consciousness. She bridges traditional wisdom with contemporary practices through her experiences in the nonprofit sector, previously at El Puente Foundation which facilitates forest regeneration and bio-culture preservation of indigenous medicines in the Amazon basin. She received her MSc in Neuroscience and Psychology of Mental Health where she focused on the integrative effects of plant-based medicines such as psilocybin with traditional psychotherapy for mental health outcomes.OM HealsQuantum physics reveals that we are 99.9999% energy and only .00001% physical matter. When we flow, move, and balance blocked energies we hold, then our mind, body and soul return to its natural state of well being.We are committed to matching you with the best possible energy meta-cine practitioners to support your wellness with our customized algorithm. After each energy session, we will ask for your feedback on how