The Dichotomy of Perception and Reality: Psychedelic Experience & the Nature of Mind

May 05, 2022 - May 07, 2022

The Dichotomy of Perception and Reality:
Psychedelic Experience & the Nature of Mind.

Thursday, May 5th – 5 pm PDT / 8 pm EDT

There will be a panel discussion on Saturday, May 7th – 5 pm PDT / 8 pm EDT

Many psychedelics users report life-changing experiences of selflessness and interdependence. Can “plant teachers” point out the true nature of reality? Or are these merely moments that appear profound under the influence of a drug? Rinpoche will discuss how these experiences may be effectively applied as direction and inspiration for the contemplative path.

This talk is part of the “PSYCHEDELICS &THE CONTEMPLATIVE PATH – Series

March 31 – May 7th

This series features renowned experts in diverse disciplines and traditions, each of whom will offer an individual talk before convening together for a final dialog. The audience will have the opportunity to pose questions throughout.

Speakers include:

Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche

Tibetan Meditation Master & Scholar President

Nalandabodhi International

Dr. David Vago

Neuroscientist & Professor of Psychology
Director, Contemplative Neuroscience and Mind-Body Research Lab

Vanderbilt University

Jamie Beachy, PhD MDiv

Chaplain, Clinician & Professor
Director, Chaplaincy Program
Co-Director, Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Program

Naropa University

David Germano, PhD

Professor of Tibetan Studies
Executive Director, Contemplative Sciences Center

University of Virginia

A. Raven Cruz

Curandero (Native Healer), Medicine Carrier & Nutritionist

Three of Life

Dan Hirshberg, PhD

Executive Director Series Host & Moderator

SŌTERIC Contemplative Training