Video: Mindfulness

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In this video, listen in on a conversation about mindfulness and how it relates to psychedelic-assisted therapy.

Key Takeaways

  • Mindfulness is a principle and a path of consciousness.

  • Mindfulness is a three-legged stool according to Shinzen Young which are attention, sensory clarity, and equanimity.

  • Non-identification: I am not my thoughts.

  • Mindfulness helps us sit with triggers.

  • Change is difficult without awareness.

  • The psychedelic experience can feel like mindfulness on steroids.

  • It's important for KAT facilitators to experience mindfulness.

  • Consciously responding is different than automatically reacting.