Do psychedelics help?

After 9 months of dealing with my own personal crisis, I feel like I am somewhat qualified to answer the question of whether taking psychedelics makes us more psychologically and emotionally resilient, in situations where the sh!t has well and truly hit the fan.
Timestamp to the actual part about psychedelics 07:41
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[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks everyone for the messages of support. Both Rachel and I are really touched by your kindness and compassion 🙏

[@teresaloves53]

I am so sorry for what you have been through. I can't say I understand about anorexia but I was addicted to heroin and crack cocaine and before that alcohol I was in intensive care by the age of 24 my organs were failing yet I still drank I could not stop. It broke my family's heart to watch me killing myself. I can however fully understand about the benzos I've been on them for 30 years I have tried and failed to come off of them. They are evil to come off of. Rachel you are a hero and so are you adeptus what a wonderful father and husband you are. So much love for you all ❤just listened to the rest of this I have tried DMT and have been microdosing mushrooms but I'm still on the benzos even though it's the smallest dose I've ever been on. I have stopped my ssri's but I need to be free of the benzos because along with those and the heroin I have numbed myself to lots and I do mean lots. Anyway I'm just so happy to hear your story had a happy ending today much love ❤️

[@SonOfPerditionMedia]

Do you remember? I told you I would be there.

[@dhaktizero4406]

glad to hear she's recovering well

[@spiritualaesthetic]

I was just telling my husband how awesome your channel is. I appreciate your consistent transparency. I'm sorry your family has been going through it. Sending lots of love to Rachel. 🤍✨

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thank you so much!

[@GloBlue]

all my support to both of you

[@MaBoJo1]

glad to hear she's recovering well glad to see you back here

[@danielphillipson5453]

Glad your back Rob and sending my wishes to Rachel and hope she heals her beautiful soul 💗

[@spacecityryder]

My wife's sister was murdered 2 yrs ago and it sent her into a downward spiral. This was 10 yrs after her brother was murdered. I know all about these negative sides of life. You're not alone.

[@whiskeylinux]

Wishing all the best to Rachel. Good to hear from you again, even under these circumstances. May she get well soon, and may you keep up the great work bud.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks. She seems to be on the road to recovery, fingers crossed 🙏

[@osirismother]

So good to see you back Rob! Sending love and light to your family. I've been going through my own crisis; going to be homeless in a few weeks, not the time for tripping one might think but after getting so stressed out that I started eyeing up the old vodka bottle again, I decided to take a few hours out to hang with my mushroom friends. The antidepressant effect was astounding. I realised in the days after that the trip was just a side effect of the antidepressant! I'm still going to be homeless but now I am filled with a determination to make the best of the situation; drunken crying isn't going to help anyone!

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Shit, I hope you manage to find a place to stay, and kudos to you for keeping your head up and not giving in to the bottle - I really respect you for that because I know how easy it can be to give in. You got this 🙏

[@thomasfyfield6756]

Glad she is going through a good spell and happy your active on your channel again.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Me too mate 🙏

[@petermurdoch7540]

Rachel is a big part of why I love this channel. Big hugs from Brisbane.

[@MrBrindleStyle]

YES!

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Peter. I'm sure Rachel will be making an appearance again soon, she already has some ideas for things she wants to talk about 😀

[@MrJasonwoodrow]

So good to see you back, and glad to hear that things are mending on the home front. My own experience: I thought that the blue mushies kicked off some awful anxiety and panic attacks a few years back, but now that I've processed what they showed me over a few years I realize that deep anxiety was always with me through childhood and explains a ton about my life and family. The red mushies are now helping to control and mitigate all that now (with guidance from Amanita Dreamer). So your thoughts about them amplifying what is already there is valid. Then comes the working through what they showed us for better self understanding.

[@AdventuresThroughTheMind]

Welcome back, Rob. I’m happy to hear Rachel is on the mend and that the two of you (and your kids) have made it through this crisis. ❤

[@damiensmith8641]

Hey there, i know im a stranger but thanks for sharing your very personal story, i admire your honesty and courage in sharing this. So glad to hear your partner is recovering from this horrible condition. On another note looking forward to your future content, i love your insights and content on these unknown and intriguing subjects on this channel. All the best to you and your family from Australia.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Damien 🙏

[@garysides636]

Welcome back Rob 👋 For me it's about having an extra tool to help assist in dealing with life ... people, emotions and events. DMT can overwhelm you but it's so individual from person to person. I'm glad to hear you're over what sounds like a terrible life experience mate ..I wish you all well going forward . G🦉🦉

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Gary. Definitely not my the favourite part of my life, but I do feel that I have learned a lot about myself having gone through it.

[@cesar_zapata]

Wow, this is the most honestly I have ever seen someone share their life ever. This has a profound power to it. Thank you so much for sharing this with the world, and I really hope that blessing may fall into your families life.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Wow, thank you 🙏

[@christopherlarkin7818]

Sorry to hear mate. I am glad life is turning around for you both. I always appreciate your honesty 💪😎

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Christopher 🙏

[@Jay_Hendrix]

You're my hero Rob ❤️ I'm so glad I found this community

[@SashaSisko]

So glad to hear that Rachel is doing better

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Sasha, and yes it would be good to have another chat. There are a few topics on my to do list that I think you might find interesting

[@maxvanoldeniel6133]

Big respect to you and your partner for pulling trough! Great to see you back

[@TheBausOfAll]

Love to see you back! I'm terribly sorry that you - especially Rachel - had to go through this, but I'm very glad that she's well on her path to recovery. Sending you guys lots of strength, resilience and good fortune going forward.

[@uf9175]

As usual that's why we love you because you're so transparent without any bias I hope she and the family has a full recovery ❤

[@CrashBanz3]

Im a big fan of your work. Thank you for all of your contributions!!!

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Much appreciated!

[@Miskatonic-University]

Really happy to see you back Rob, all the best! 🙂👏

[@francescoquadrato]

much love for you and your beloved ones. thank you so much for sharing. yous all lovely human being.

[@drulorenowich4884]

I am very new to the channel and community, but still so so happy to hear that Rachel was able to access the support she needs and that she is getting better ❤ best wishes for you and your family.

[@GumbyTheGreen1]

Welcome back! I’m loving the new animation at the beginning (at 1:33).

[@Stonemanoverland]

I’m glad to hear Rachel is on the mend Rob. Tough times no doubt, I can only imagine. Best wishes on her recovery!!!

[@Lskm99]

Great to see you on this channel again Rob. Wishing you all the best :)

[@cr-nd8qh]

I took an eighth of mushrooms a couple weeks ago. It was literally the best therapy ive ever had. I hadn't tripped in about 25 years. It was terrifying and beautiful at the same time. I learned alot though

[@chipc4936]

Oh Rob. I am terribly sorry for what Rachel, you, and your children have endured these many months. I truly hope the worst is, and remains, behind you all. We've missed you here, and it's so good to see you again. Please be well, and give Rachel Steph's and my very best wishes for positive outcomes, strength, and peace always.

[@aidenbowlin6683]

I really love you and your content and I hope you, Rachel, and your children prosper in the brightest and most vibrant way. Beyond what you share with us through psychedelics you are an awesome human and you're everything a person should aspire to be! Much love❤️

[@patcaza6166]

good to see and hear from you, Rob best wishes & love to both of yous going your way

[@josephprovino1277]

Welcome back Rob… I am glad your fam is back together . i have really enjoyed watching your cast. It was an integral part to my Ayahuasca journey, so very meaningful for me. Many thanks

[@newunit18]

So glad to see you back and hear that Rachel is healthy

[@EsotericDave]

I'm so sorry to hear about the difficult times you and your wife have been going through. I have been following this channel for a few months now but I did notice you had not posted anything in quite some time. I was concerned there may be something more serious going on and I appreciate you sharing this. I'm grateful for the content both you and your wife have put together and I am hoping for a continued recovery. I appreciate the work that you're doing here.

[@searchingfortruth4783]

All the best, sending prayers for healing x

[@LightshifterGame]

this was so well articulated, great job !

[@Completed_It_Mate]

Good to hear she is recovering, glad you’re back making the most informative videos on YT, we love them 🍄☮️

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks so much

[@bulkzorage]

Good to see ya back Rob. Thanks for sharing your journey through life lately. Peace ✌️

[@RaraAvis1138]

I'm so very glad the both of you are safe and well. As always, thank you for being so truthful and straight with us🕉️💜

[@elevation013]

❤all the best, glad to see u again!

[@emilzak3749]

Big respect and all the best wishes to both of you and your kids of course!

[@scootinonthru1]

I just found you this week, my brother and I just started our personal journeys and have been learning so much from you. Thank you such for being you and spreading the knowledge ❤ I'm sorry to hear about your hard times but I'm happy to here you're coming out the other side and all is getting better

[@kazaakas]

Happy to see you again, Rob. After your previous video I figured that you needed time for your family. I'm sorry to hear that it was so bad, but I'm glad that things are improving for you guys. Hope the trend continues and wishing you all the mental and physical health in the world!

[@drumSick66]

Deep respect to you going through this together with Rachel! Many blessings to both of you 🙌

[@macintoshimann9892]

I used DMT very intentionally to try and see what improvements I could make to my chronic pain from a movement disorder. I got so much more than I ever dreamed! The experience really delivered as regards pain and in about a month I was feeling quite different. That’s when I started rebuilding my motor functions and not quite a year later I don’t even think a neurologist would notice I have anything going on!

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

That's great, and you are not the first person that I have heard from who has experienced a massive reduction in pain from DMT usage. I also had similar improvements in my back pain (I have fractured my spine in several places) and it just seemed to get better after ayahuasca.

[@macintoshimann9892]

@@AdeptusPsychonautica Crazy! I just stumbled into you mentioning your personal experience the other day 😯. You actually do a really great job of sharing this kind of information without it all sounding like nonsensical woo woo lol. Truly, about a year ago I was perusing your videos wondering if this stuff couldn’t be of help. Someone else with the same condition is claiming full recovery and I’m on my way there! Seriously, I’m getting my life back thanks in part to the wisdom I found on channels like yours, Rob thanks for all you do! 😃

[@sarahbarber8780]

thank you for sharing! im sorry to hear things have been so challenging but i am so happy to hear that Rachel is doing better.

[@KalervoKummallinen]

Thank you Rob again for sharing and caring for your community. You're such an inspiration and with all honesty: your channel gave me the courage to dive into psychedelic world much deeper than I ever expected. And for that I'm forever grateful. Much love to You, Rachel and kids. Take care and you all WILL get through this. And please remember: You are not alone ❤

[@TonyFed]

Glad to see you again Rob! Have been missing your presence here on YT and wish you and your family the best during this challenging time.

[@jamesreling]

Thank you for sharing. Sending you and Rachel healing vibes. I’m glad you’re creating great content again!

[@hello_world_0]

Weird, I recently started rewatching some of your old videos and I was thinking why this guy isn't posting anymore... And here you are right on time, posting and explaining everything. I was very glad to hear that she is doing better now, I wish you her the best really.

[@user-xt8km1dh4q]

So pleased to see you back. Sorry to hear Rachel (and you all have) had such a tough time recently. Unimaginably difficult. Really pleased to hear you're through the other side now. You're such a lovely couple, sending love and support. Liked and subscribed ❤

[@ricwebber3951]

appreciate that vid rob, I believe in the power of sharing openly n honestly....you never know who u may be spkin helping n connecting to. so glad to hear Rach is on the up-mend....long journey no doubt. (still plan to do u some t-shirts down the line). love from MCR x

[@m1force]

Best wishes to you and Rachel. Glad to hear it's getting better.

[@psilopsychic]

Aww man, you two seem so genuinely nice, glad to hear things have started looking up again, much love

[@sokhathorng]

Hope you and family have a wonderful recovery. God bless!

[@entheo302]

Thank you for sharing yours and your family’s journey. Life on life’s terms can be brutal, but it is inspiring to hear about your perspective and growth

[@MaloMaloProductions]

Best luck to you and Rachel, and thank you for everything you’ve shared ❤!

[@niteglow980]

Big ups! Missed you. Glad to hear she’s recovering.

[@Robgrguitar]

It’s nice to see you posting again brother. I just want to say you have definitely helped me with my journey and I appreciate you👊🏼❤️

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Rob, glad I could help in some small way

[@adempc]

Great video concept. Be careful explorers, you don't always need to go deep, or in at all. Be patient with where you are. Don't ask for extra lessons until you are ready, be happy with small lessons.

[@TrejenTV]

Wishing all the best to you and Rachel.

[@koroshiya_1]

God bless you and Rachel. You guys have gone through so much. Sending you a big hug from Australia xx

[@janetjacks3406]

Lovely to see you back Rob but so sorry to hear of the difficult challenges you & Rachel faced. I did suspect you were going through it when I saw one of your last videos a while ago which provoked the concern through the months but so heartened to hear you guys have emerged through this dark period and of course wish you both strength and calmness of spirit in this time of recovery.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Janet, and yes its been brewing under the surface for a while now and we were hoping that things would just work out, but then it just escalated into something crazy and blindsided me. Thanks for your support 🙏

[@Jack-Yates]

Glad to hear all is going well!

[@kevR9261]

Thank you for sharing such a real human experience. I can certainly identify being in the midst of my own situation and drawing on my own psychedelic experiences to feel and process it. Sending all the love and support to Rachel and yourself.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks Kevin, I know Rachel is reading these comments and greatly appreciates the support - as do I

[@indacoruna6483]

Very happy yours are out of this situation and now all is good!! ❤

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks mate, me too 😊

[@philybarras2637]

Nice one Rob good to see you back , sending you and family love and positive vibes ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏

[@silverliningart2183]

Good to have you back ! Sending you love and good vibes 🤗

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks mate, hope all is going well with you

[@jaredthaxter486]

Glad she's doing well now and glad you're back. Thanks for what you do. Love to you both

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks so much

[@MrDavidr94]

Sorry to hear of your troubles, but I’m glad your partner is turning the corner now. Great to see you back with new videos, and thank you for the content you’ve put out over the years. I only recently stumbled upon your channel and have learned a lot in a short time, so thank you. Hope the future is full of happiness and health for your family.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks David, and the same back to you 🙏

[@deralte4527]

Your body language/aura compared to before the break shows you've been through a lot of stress. Thanks for always being sincere with your audiance and good luck with the family.

[@dieodd9866]

It is trippy i was thinkoing of you & your channel 2 days ago wondering why there was no any content on this channel since i subscibed 8 monthy ago..i don't know why but sometimes i think of a youtuber i like & then they re apear...I wish to you & your love the best recovery & heal ..i know about eating disorder & it is very hard condition ..i hope everytings will be ok for both of yall. Thank you for transmitting those good vibes & honest thought.Peace.

[@dieodd9866]

Also DMT helped me recovering of a very hard addiction to heroine so i totaly believe in his healing potential since it worked for me.

[@phoenixreborn21]

Great video Glad Rachel is doing better and your creativity is coming back online - In times of severe stress, there is just no space for creativity - it is all about getting through a challenging time... Well put - we gain a competely different perspective how we look at the world, and this can be so liberating. I have come full circle in certain ways, yet way more right hemisphere in a good way, zooming out of certain things that were not beneficial to me...

[@mouse6210]

Nice content, mate. Appreciate your disclosure + thought process.

[@mouse6210]

Subbed ♥️👊

[@lescroc1073]

I just had a bad news in my personnal life. Thanls for sharing your tought and i liked the part where you said, ''this is a moment where you have to focus.'' i'm agree with this. I also agree when you said, '' past experience give you tools. Thats true for me, even if its hard to take a step back from my current problem, i know that i can see my problem in a larger picture and i know a little bit how to do it thanks to psychedelics, this and how to let go a little bit better. Thanks i talked a lot about me and its only to say thank you you're video is actually helping me right know. My love to you and Rachel.

[@harrypack635]

Great to see you back mate! Hope to catch up soon. Sending you both a big dose of elf love this morning 💜🍄🌳🐄

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Cheers Harry, gratefully received 😀

[@Steeplehammer1]

Sending lots of love to you and Rachel x

[@nathanwilde2452]

Mate, that was a heart tugger. I'm glad to hear you're over this awful period and I hope the recovery continues for you. I also completely agree with you, I haven't touched any phychedelics for almost a year now for my own completely different yet similar reasons. Personally, when tripping my mind seems to go into a thought loop of whatever it is I cannot resolve and I simply cannot stop the thought from looping and frankly it has been a terrible experience and I think this is where the term "bad trip" comes from. Its never a comfortable experience for me anyway, but during particularly bad times with ongoing issues you can't resolve that are out of your control and you're powerless, I would avoid. However, as you say, they can still be helpful, but you have to be experienced enough to know what you're going to get and be able to go in prepared. If its done right, it can help you to accept the problem and accept that there's nothing you can do and help you to remember you're just a small part of something very big and your problems will come and go. I think experience is key, and that can even come from videos like yours here. So im glad you're back at it, I'm glad things are getting better and look forward to more content! Oh and don't forget your website!!

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

I know mate, its on my list of things to do so I might be badgering you for some help soon :)

[@vesicapiscis9717]

I wish you and Rachel all the best. Glad she's doing better.

[@michellewhite7052]

Thanks man for sharing your story and real talk. All the best to you, your beloved Rachel and kids.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Much appreciated 🙏

[@DanielTurpin1]

Glad to hear Rachel is getting better Rob. Great video.

[@mds4514]

Much love to you. I'm going through a tough time with my dad at the moment. This has helped me to make the decision to put off another ayahuasca journey until he has passed.

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Sorry to hear about your father, I hope your remaining time together is as free from suffering as possible 🙏

[@eoghanmcgrory]

Thanks for sharing! Very courageous! Hearing about your family’s struggle has helped me in my struggle. Keep it up! Left foot right foot….

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thank you! Will do!

[@nataliezementbeisser1492]

Welcome back! I am glad that you managed to push through with your partner. You have a strong personality. I also am in a challenging situation in real life and this is why I don't do more than microdosing. I am just not in the right set and setting for more. Any macrodose would put me in a way more complicated social situation. Sometimes you just have to listen to your rational self. That's what it means to be an adult and a responsible psychonaut. Even if you want to trip very hard sometimes it is just not the right moment. Beautiful trips need the adequate set and setting at all times. Selfrespect and respect in regards of psychedelics are the key. Psychedelics are no miracle cure.. I wish it would be that easy. Thank you for your thoughts and keep your head up!

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks for the support and kind words Natalie, and for sure each person needs to find their own comfort zone and process for how to work with these substances, there is no "one size fits all" so you do whatever works for you 🙏

[@petrstach3399]

This Video is probably one of the most important and Humanly intimate. I deeply Value and Honor you as a Human for Sharing this Story. Also it is highlighting that Psychedelics are only a Tool , But who is using them , Under what Circumstances and what intentions is another story. I'm Grateful for person like you and My respect. 🙏

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks for your compassionate words 🙏

[@POLARIZEDmusic]

Glad you are back! And very well said!

[@ericcopeland2678]

Much love brother. Feel that Love man.

[@spiritlevelstudios]

Onya Rob. It's a relief to have just a little understanding and empathy regarding dark trips. I mostly don't even bother trying to explain it any more. If people can imagine paying the karmic debt for every past lifetime of your own, and of the entire human species, that starts to come close. As much as I learn about shadow work, I feel like there's huge chunks of missing information. Fear is the mind killer for sure.

[@panta_rhei.26]

Rob! Good to see you dude.

[@charlesbronson2806]

Good to see you back 🙌

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Its good to be back 🙂

[@shanehall98]

Thanks for sharing I love your videos on psychedelics. I am sadden to her about Rachel and it sounds extremely distressing.

[@user-ux3jp9of1r]

your lectures are something with something. It's just great, very reasonable and rational, deeply covered the topic. Gracias 👏👏👏👌👍health and strength to you

[@raftemmerman765]

wishing you and your family the very best

[@JTK639]

Hi Rob. This is my first time on your channel. I've only tried Salvia divinorum once last year.I was totally unprepared.Glad to see your doing well. I'm looking forward to seeing your videos. Oh man,you've been through stuff I couldn't imagine. Wish you and your wife all the best🙏💎💎💎💎💎💎💎

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks and welcome!

[@drshiz]

Welcome back Brother thank you for your advocacy

[@4D2M0T]

I definitely need a hyperspace drinking vessel, all the best mate stay strong great to see your face

[@AdeptusPsychonautica]

Thanks mate, I appreciate the kind words

[@pcn267]

7 minutes go Rachel I'm proud of you benzos are bad I had that problem too glad to hear you're doing much better and you to Rob back to your video

[@fanchannel3598]

So good to see you 🙏