"We Are Building A Village"

Summary

In this conversation, David Rosenthal shares his journey with plant medicine and the inspiration behind the Plant Medicine Portal.

He discusses the challenges he faced in the psychedelic space, including unethical practices by facilitators, and how these experiences led him to create a community that emphasizes integrity, support, and proper integration.

The conversation highlights the importance of building trust, accountability, and a sense of community in the psychedelic experience, as well as the need for thorough vetting of facilitators and ongoing support for individuals after their ceremonies.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Plant Medicine Portal

10:04 The Birth of Plant Medicine Portal

19:50 Building a Village for Healing

29:55 The Role of Storytelling in Healing

41:48 Building Trust Through Vetting Processes

49:07 Navigating the Challenges of Plant Medicine Retreats

56:12 The Journey of Healing and Integration

Takeaways

• The Plant Medicine Portal was created to address gaps in support and integrity.

• Experiences with unethical facilitators inspired the creation of the portal.

• The Seal of Integrity will vet facilitators and ensure accountability.

• Community support is essential for integration after ceremonies.

• Integration is a continuous process that requires ongoing support.

• The portal aims to create a village-like atmosphere for healing.

• Asking questions and knowing your facilitator is crucial.

• The real work begins after the ceremony, focusing on integration.

• Healing should be approached with patience and enjoyment.