Happy September! I've always found there's something magical about these in-between times of year. It's as if the world is taking a deep, collective breath before the arrival of winter in its fullness. And in that breath, there's an invitation. To feel, to reflect, and perhaps... to adventure.
That's exactly why we love hosting retreats in autumn. These gatherings are so much more than just getaways; they're sacred spaces that urge us to reconnect - with ourselves, with others, with nature (our Awakening the Wild Woman retreat remains one of the most transformative of my life).
It's incredible how stepping away from our daily routines can suddenly make everything clearer. It's a bit like what happens during a psychedelic journey – those moments when the usual chatter of our minds quiets down, and we can see ourselves and our world with fresh eyes. In the company of others, we begin to ask - who are we? What's holding us back? How can we connect more deeply with ourselves? Others? Nature?
This week we're highlighting all our upcoming retreats this autumn - from exploring the treasures of the Welsh forests to delving deep into self in the jungles of Peru. So, my fellow adventurers, what's stirring in your heart as the seasons change? What journey is calling to you? Remember, sometimes the most profound trips are the ones that lead us back to ourselves.
Discounted tickets to the new EQUINOX festival (Sept 20-22) with fungi legend, Paul Stamets
Discounted and VIP ticket options for PsySoc members to Between Worlds next Wednesday (Sept 11) - a new symposium exploring decentralisation through art, psychology, and spirituality
AUTUMN RETREATS
ALL OUR UPCOMING EVENTS
in Community, Leadership, & Social Change
We're incredibly excited to be hosting an intimate and exclusive evening for Psychedelic Society members with a talk and meet and greet with Bessel Van der Kolk, the world-renowned author of the New York Times bestseller The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma. Not a member yet? You can join for just £5/month and get discounts on all our events.
in Adventures in Awareness
On Sunday 4th August we raised over £1200 for the Ormylia foundation, supporting children fleeing war zones and abuse through our event with philosopher-physicist Bernardo Kastrup and celebrated biologist Michael Levin. It was a fantastic event and you can still make a donation and watch the recording. Thank you so much to all who supported!
We're also delighted to be offering a free 6-week course on Loving-Kindness meditation with Mark Ovland, founder of Freely Given Retreats. Despite experiencing what many people consider the pinnacle spiritual experience, Mark left that behind to become a close student of the late Rob Burbea, who many believe to have radically updated Buddhism to a modern context (we chat to him about that here).
in Nature Connection
in Psychedelic Science & Integration
in Ceremony & Ritual
Do you feel called to explore sound as a tool for healing? Our facilitator training offers experiential learning in how to guide deep and transformational journeys with harmonising sound so you can share your gift with others.
in Embodiment & Creativity
in Intimacy & Identity
FROM OUR PARTNERS
The philosophy, psychology and culture of decentralization
Join us at a unique gathering of forward-thinking builders, artists, and mystics in London. On September 11, experience the BETWEEN WORLDS symposium—a portal to the future where ideas of decentralization are explored through philosophy, psychology, and culture. This event marks the inaugural in-person meeting of the Grey Robes, a global network of creators living in the liminal, in-between spaces. As the old world falls away, these visionaries play a pivotal role in crafting what comes next. Be part of this transformative journey.
Psychedelic Society members can book discounted tickets here or this special VIP ticket option which offers early arrival for networking with speakers and other VIP's.
There are still tickets available for our partner event, EQUINOX, a new one-off event on 20th -22nd September 2024 at the beautiful Wasing Estate near Reading, UK. Look forward to a weekend fully immersed in nature as we transition from Summer to Autumn, experience mesmerizing music, evocative talks, nature connection, wild swimming & a magical woodland sauna.
On Friday 20th September on International Magic Mushroom Day, American mycologist Paul Stamets, on a rare UK visit, will be giving a much anticipated new talk on his forthcoming book ‘Psilocybin Mushrooms in their Natural Habitat’, followed by performances from special guests including Sam Lee and The Egg. 🍄 Tickets are on sale now!
Join The Psychedelic Society on Saturday for: 4pm – 5.30pm - Psilocybin and Nature Connection for Mental Health with Dave Luke, Sam Gandy, Jana Nicole, Freya Harrild, Pamela Krystow 5.30pm – 7pm - Psychedelic Storytelling and Social
Get a special 15% discount for our community on all weekend tickets - enter the code MAGIC15.
We fund our work in integration, education and harm reduction primarily through our membership program.
By becoming a member of The Psychedelic Society community, you get access to exclusive members-only events, a discount on events, and support the development of this alternative cultural space. Membership starts from just £5/month!
With love & appreciation, Lauren & The Psychedelic Society team
