Creating Safety and Strengthening Resources
Routledge eBooks April 28, 2025 DOI: 10.4324/9781003595762-22 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Practical guide or manual Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Interventions | Breathwork Art Therapy Somatic meditation Dreamwork 40-day meditation practice |
| Duration | 40-day meditation practice |
| Key points | Proposes that integration after psychedelic or Non-Ordinary State of Consciousness experiences can be supported by daily routines, breathwork, Art Therapy, journaling, somatic meditation, dreamwork, and a 40-day meditation practice, which the author presents as ways to build resilience, regulate the nervous system, and maintain grounding during the integration journey. |
Abstract
This chapter guides readers through identifying and cultivating the personal resources and strengths that will support them during the integration process after a psychedelic or Non-Ordinary State of Consciousness (NOSC) experience. The chapter emphasizes the importance of developing daily routines, practicing breathwork, and utilizing Art Therapy to build resilience and foster emotional regulation. Readers are encouraged to reflect on the things that bring them joy and security, journal about their insights, and create visual or physical representations of their inner strength and sources of support. Additionally, through the use of breathing exercises, somatic meditation, and dreamwork, readers gain practical tools for regulating their nervous system and tapping into their subconscious for deeper understanding. The chapter also highlights the value of creating a 40-day meditation practice to establish grounding and maintain progress during the integration journey. By building a relationship with one’s inner strength, connecting to spiritual or energetic supports, and reflecting on the positive aspects of their psychedelic experience, readers can navigate the challenges of integration with greater safety, resilience, and self-awareness.