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NUMINOUS adj. /ˈnuːmɪnəs/ A term derived from the Latin numen, meaning "arousing spiritual emotion; mysterious or awe-inspiring."

The Transpersonal in Psychedelic Experiences

Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking webinar that explores the fascinating realm of transpersonal experiences and the ways in which psychedelics can facilitate access to these states. Transpersonal experiences move beyond the boundaries of ordinary ego and personal identity, often giving rise to profound feelings of unity, interconnectedness, and contact with a reality that feels larger than the individual self.

During the session, we will examine how such experiences have been described across psychology, philosophy, and contemplative traditions, highlighting resonances between psychedelic states and long-standing accounts of mystical, spiritual, and transcendent phenomena. The discussion will consider how meaning is made from these experiences, how they can influence worldview, values, and personal development, and why they continue to attract growing academic and clinical interest.

We will also address the potential risks and challenges associated with transpersonal experiences in psychedelic states, including difficulties with integration, destabilisation of identity, or misinterpretation of experiences. This balanced perspective aims to situate transpersonal phenomena within a responsible, reflective, and psychologically informed framework.

This webinar offers an illuminating exploration of extraordinary states of consciousness, providing participants with conceptual clarity, philosophical context, and a nuanced understanding of both the promise and the complexity of transpersonal psychedelic experiences.

Webinar details:

Date:

May 21 @ 19:15 - 20:45 BST

Cost: £5

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