I appreciate all the questions you've raised in this essay. As a Chinese-Taiwanese woman, I have experienced othering first-hand, which perpetuated my own self-othering. But I also recognize that I, too, hold privilege, as we all do to varying extents. So I have been in a process the last few years of defining that privilege, and stepping up to the responsibility plate for how that privilege allows me to show up in the world as an entheo medicine companion.
What echoes most through this essay is the curiosity I sense in you. And to me, that curiosity driving the questions is what I hope to see more of in this world, especially the medicine space.
I have resisted involving myself in the psychedelic community at large and joining the organizations/conferences spearheading this movement as I have witnessed oppressive power dynamics and resulting harm in some of those spaces. And the zealous energy inherent those spaces, often lead by white men, has also deterred me. But I'm heartened to witness your example of someone who is actively working to bring consciousness into your practice and modeling that in your offerings.
Thank you, genuinely inspired and uplifted by what you share.
Thanks so much for sharing your story and insights.
I really resonate with the process you described—unpacking our own sense of privilege, coming to terms with how we've individually been affected, and stepping into responsibility for how we show up in the world. It’s a lifelong journey, and I find it reassuring to know that others, like you, are on a similar path.
I also understand how witnessing oppressive power dynamics and zeal within the larger psychedelic movement can be disheartening. I feel that too. There have been moments where I’ve pulled back for the same reasons. Still, I believe conversations like these—honest, introspective, and compassionate—are crucial for transforming the field. Hearing that my own self-reflection resonates with you and even offers some encouragement means a great deal.
Your words about curiosity stand out to me too. I see it as the spark that helps us stay open, humble, and eager to learn from others. I’m genuinely grateful for your perspective and the warmth you’ve brought to this comment section.
Thank you again for reading and for being part of this dialogue.
I used gpt to help edit it. I often feel that gpt improves my writing, and in many ways, it does. Yet I also can feel the almost synthetic or overly-perfectness of the writing.
Thanks for mentioning it.
I just switched it back to the original version pre-gpt editing.
I appreciate all the questions you've raised in this essay. As a Chinese-Taiwanese woman, I have experienced othering first-hand, which perpetuated my own self-othering. But I also recognize that I, too, hold privilege, as we all do to varying extents. So I have been in a process the last few years of defining that privilege, and stepping up to the responsibility plate for how that privilege allows me to show up in the world as an entheo medicine companion.
What echoes most through this essay is the curiosity I sense in you. And to me, that curiosity driving the questions is what I hope to see more of in this world, especially the medicine space.
I have resisted involving myself in the psychedelic community at large and joining the organizations/conferences spearheading this movement as I have witnessed oppressive power dynamics and resulting harm in some of those spaces. And the zealous energy inherent those spaces, often lead by white men, has also deterred me. But I'm heartened to witness your example of someone who is actively working to bring consciousness into your practice and modeling that in your offerings.
Thank you, genuinely inspired and uplifted by what you share.
Thanks so much for sharing your story and insights.
I really resonate with the process you described—unpacking our own sense of privilege, coming to terms with how we've individually been affected, and stepping into responsibility for how we show up in the world. It’s a lifelong journey, and I find it reassuring to know that others, like you, are on a similar path.
I also understand how witnessing oppressive power dynamics and zeal within the larger psychedelic movement can be disheartening. I feel that too. There have been moments where I’ve pulled back for the same reasons. Still, I believe conversations like these—honest, introspective, and compassionate—are crucial for transforming the field. Hearing that my own self-reflection resonates with you and even offers some encouragement means a great deal.
Your words about curiosity stand out to me too. I see it as the spark that helps us stay open, humble, and eager to learn from others. I’m genuinely grateful for your perspective and the warmth you’ve brought to this comment section.
Thank you again for reading and for being part of this dialogue.
was this writing assisted by chatgpt?
I used gpt to help edit it. I often feel that gpt improves my writing, and in many ways, it does. Yet I also can feel the almost synthetic or overly-perfectness of the writing.
Thanks for mentioning it.
I just switched it back to the original version pre-gpt editing.
thanks for not taking it wrong. I don’t really know much about writing anyways, just a small observation.
appreciate all you do for the space man! I definitely like your authentic style more. great piece by the way.