Exploring the Interface of Meditation and Psychedelics: A Qualitative Analysis of Experienced Practitioners’ Perspectives on Psychedelic Preparation
PsyArXiv February 8, 2026 Mia Riedel, Rosalind McAlpine, Terje Sparby et al. preprint
Background: Meditation has recently gained attention as a promising tool for enhancing psychedelic preparedness. This exploratory study builds on quantitative work by investigating how experienced meditators who use psychedelics understand meditation’s role in preparation and its influence on different aspects of the psychedelic experience. Methods: We conducted a reflexive thematic analysis of...