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by tranchms 2931 days ago
One option is to seek those who have safely used psychedelics, and have an experience.

It literally washes away anxiety, leaving you feel renewed, and refreshed, like the cobwebs of the mind have been cleared, like the fog has been lifted.

Of course I recommend being active (walking, working out, hiking), socializing, spending time in nature and the outdoors, eating healthy, eliminating addictions, detaching from social media and the Internet, and quiet mediation and reflection to nurture spirituality. Even psychotherapy is helpful at weeding out unhelpful personal narratives and properly contextualizing feelings and past memories.

But, psychedelics (LSD and mushrooms specifically) are an incredible catalyst for clearing life crushing mental illness like anxiety, depression, compulsive thoughts, and PTSD.

Find someone who understands its therapeutic value, who you can trust, who can guide you through the experience.

A single experience can be absolutely life changing.

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Ayahuasca worked very well for me. I was in a pretty bad state when I started working with this plant... But after some time it really cured my depression and my anxiety.

If anyone decides to do it I would recommend finding a center with good reviews in Peru, and booking before you go. Don't just buy a ticket to Iquitos and hope to find a retreat or a shaman. Do some proper research and be prepared.

The amazon rainforest is a magical place, and just being there is a healing experience by itself.

I second that, Ayahuasca is great, it gets out a lot of emotional baggage you didn't even know you had there. totally recommended!