Every day, we enter into the visionary world of dreaming, encountering the potential for insights into the self and the world around us. How can psychedelic disciplines help us harness those nightly visions for greater personal growth? In this illuminating lecture, artist and scholar Gwyllm Llywwd describes how a combination of plant medicines, creative practices, and daily exercises can help us unlock the potential of our dreaming minds. Drawing from ancient mystery school practices, modern Jungian methods, and his own…

In the 1960s the idea of the bad trip or bummer joined the lexicon with the spreading use of LSD. The spectre of the bad trip keeps many people from the deeper exploration of the psychedelic, and people may spend a lot of energy to avoid the possibility of a bad trip. It is my contention that there is no such thing as a bad trip. I am not saying that LSD and psychedelic experiences cannot be hellish and terrifying--many…

This is an intentional gathering for people who identify as male and are interested in expanding awareness, evolving as men and humans, and sharing knowledge in a safe space where we can get honest and vulnerable. A special magic happens in men’s groups. Guys have an opportunity to be honest and open, share about things they would never share in mixed company, and not have to worry about “looking good.” It’s a safe container that allows for male-to-male vulnerability, growth,…

As the psychedelic renaissance grows and interest in microdosing continues, and especially with the publication of Michael Pollan's book, "How to Change Your Mind," an increasing number of practitioners are seeing clients and patients who are working with psychedelics. This meetup is for mental health and medical professionals only. This is an opportunity to network with your professional peers and discuss such topics as: • How are psychedelics benefiting or aiding your client/patient population?• What are the benefits of psychedelics…

Dreamwork is “a practice of weaving a living bridge between the seen and the unseen.” Toko-Pa ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Dreams, shamanic and psychedelic journeys provide us with an opportunity for depth encounters with Mystery. Learning to work with the symbols and energies of these encounters can greatly accelerate our healing and evolutionary path. This experiential workshop will provide us with tools for:**Consciously accessing and working with the symbols of our subconscious mind**Embodying and expressing these energies in our everyday life**Encountering the energies…

SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN NOW! Trippy Tales of Love and Loss. Join your fellow Portland psychonauts for our winter edition of Psychedelic Storytelling, featuring stories about psychedelics, love, and romance. Submit your stories, songs, and sketches now to be a part of this evening of psychedelic storytelling. SUBMIT YOUR STORY HERE: https://goo.gl/forms/oWf2LTsHvxlVEtQG3 $5 to $10 suggested donation, no one turned away for lack of funds. This event is to promote education and harm reduction -- no illegal activity will be tolerated.

Just because you're single on Valentine's Day doesn't mean you have to spend it alone. Come join other single psychonauts to discuss the role of psychedelics can play in our journeys as solo travelers. Perhaps you're recovering from the end of a relationship, calling in your next partner, taking a time out to heal some dysfunctional patterns, creating a loving relationship with yourself, or simply contentedly single. What role have psychedelics played in your single life journey? We will start…

Join special guest hosts for an evening exploring psychedelics, death, and dying.