No understanding of the history of the sixties could be complete without a grasp of the work of Leary, Alpert, and Metzner, the cultural resistance to their experiments, and the way in which psychoactive drug use became a part of contemporary society. Next Generation Independent Book Awards Finalist, Birth of a Psychedelic Culture explores these experiments and their cultural milieu through never before seen photographs, personal accounts of authors Ralph Metzner and Ram Dass, and conversations with luminaries such as Aldous Huxley, Charles Mingus, Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs and others that appeared on the scene.

Birth of a Psychedelic Culture: Conversations about Leary, the Harvard Experiments, Millbrook and the Sixties

DASS, RAM

Metzner PhD, Ralph

Religion & Spirituality

Synergetic Press

MDMA, or as it is commonly known, "ecstasy," has a pardoxical double role in contemporary society. As the party-drug ecstasy, it is consumed by tens (perhaps hundreds) of thousands of people at "rave" dance parties in the United States, Europe, and the Far East. In its other role as a promising adjunct to psychotherapy, MDMA is currently being researched as a treatment for many conditions, including PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and interpersonal anxiety. This book, originally published in 1985 before MDMA became illegal, is a compilation of experiences conducted in supportive and/or therapeutic settings. The vignettes are not part of a formal research study, and there is no control group. These accounts illustrate the value and potential of MDMA for generating insight, facilitating empathic communication, and supporting spiritual practice. Although the use of MDMA remains illegal (except in the limited context of research), the editors of this book, like many professionals in the field of psychotherapy, believe that a fresh look at this very promising substance is warranted. Ralph Metzner, PhD &amp; Padma Catell, PhD

Through the Gateway of the Heart, Second Edition

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Adamson, Sophia

Catell, Padma

Psychology & Counseling

Solarium Press

This is more a research journal/ compilation than a book.  Three years in, and Dark Retreat continues to  heal an Ayaheusca initiation that pushed the bandwidth right to the edge . Of course, the MotherBoard knows all, but it's given a few adventurers, a permanent body exit with which to reboot.  Darkness took the fear away, healed the adrenal shock and allowed the space for grace. It seems  Darkness reveals that we are all black “Wholes” feeding back data to the cosmos; And in the dark, the stars turn on, literally, from within. As I find more masters of Dark Practice, we will expand. We include a Harvard Research Team’s modernization of The Tibetan Book of the Dead (correctly translated: "Liberate from the cycle of birth and death, through hearing”). Some side benefits are Organ Healing, Adrenal rejuvenation, and with the Tao exercises: Sacred Sexuality, Heavy Metal detox, etc. There's a lot to it... And Master Chia led the way. The Tibetan and Hindu traditions add in there specific enlightenment and rejuvenation paths. And the Kogi, up next for research, have their top Shamans in the Dark for 21 years! It works.

Dark Retreat

CHIA, MANTAK

Love, Wake Breathe

Leary PhD, Timothy

Alpert PhD, Richard

Occult & Paranormal

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Do you wonder what your true path in life is? We each have a purpose and a mission. However, uncovering this purpose can be challenging, and often daunting. If you are like most, you have probably asked yourself, “Why am I here?” But where do you turn for answers? Religion? Psychology? Spirituality? Written by psychologist and bestselling author Matthew McKay, charismatic Silicon Valley spiritual leader Seán ÓLaoire, and bestselling author Ralph Metzner, Why? will help you see what your past and present experiences are telling you about the spiritual theme in your life; one that is visible when you know how to read the signs. Your experiences may be that of a Healer/Peacemaker, an Explorer/Scientist, a Warrior/Guardian, an Artist/Designer, a Teacher/Communicator, or a Builder/Organizer. By showing you how to uncover your unique path, this book will help you discover your life’s true meaning. This book will help you dismantle tired, old traditions that tell us that we should avoid pain and seek pleasure or pursue power, and shows us that even pain can play an important part in how we choose to live. The book also helps you to create your own cosmology that unites your beliefs with your life’s mission, helps you recognize that individual mission, and outline exercises to bring you into alignment with this mission via personal practices. Despite these heady topics, the book is written in an accessible, inspiring, and entertaining tone. We are here to see, to know, to gather whatever wisdom our life offers, and to make use of that wisdom as our soul matures. A seamless blending of deep spirituality, good psychology and practical living, Why? offers the tools that you need to gain knowledge and awareness of yourself at the deepest level. So get ready to reveal your personal path in life, and begin living life to its fullest.

Why?: What Your Life Is Telling You about Who You Are and Why You're Here

Self-Help

McKay PhD, Matthew

ÓLaoire PhD, Seán

Happiness

New Harbinger Publications

Who are we, really? In The Ecology of Consciousness, a Harvard scholar and pioneer in the field of consciousness studies—well known for his groundbreaking psychedelic research with Ram Dass and Timothy Leary—presents an expansive work culminating decades of research in Eastern philosophy, shamanism, and more to guide you along the path of true consciousness and transformation.
Questions surrounding consciousness have intrigued humankind throughout time, and have been addressed through a wide range of perspectives and traditions. From age-old philosophies to New Age spirituality, consciousness—and its various forms—has been the topic of much contemplation. This unique book is a comprehensive exploration that covers a wide range of disciplines and subjects within the framework of psychospiritual and consciousness studies.
The Ecology of Consciousness revives ancient alchemical knowledge, spiritual traditions, and thoughtful theories about consciousness—drawing on ancient Eastern philosophy, shamanism, mythology, and others sources, and covering topics such as personal growth and reincarnation—to give you an expansive foundation for self-inquiry and transformation. Written by a leading authority, this book will give you a deeper understanding of consciousness, show you how to access your own spiritual intelligence, teach you about shamanic and alchemical traditions and connect them to healing practices of today.
With this consciousness-expanding book, you’ll explore the human life cycle from a spiritual perspective, reflect on your own personal journey, and discover which pathway guides your life purpose for your ultimate fulfillment, growth, and well-being.

Ecology of Consciousness: The Alchemy of Personal, Collective, and Planetary Transformation

Politics & Social Sciences

Philosophy

Reveal Press

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