Hello there. It's a deep pleasure to share this idea with you. Sometimes, the simplest shifts in perspective can unlock a whole new kind of peace. This is based on a talk I heard online and gives a unique perspective. The Trauma-Informed Witness Let's be honest, the concept of self-love can feel somewhat complicated. We see the inspirational quotes, but when anxiety flares or the inner critic pipes up, you just don't like the person staring back. It’s a myth that you have to like every little thing about yourself to practice self-love. You don't. That feeling of dislike is just a temporary state. Think about it this way: Loving yourself is a job. It's a fundamental, non-negotiable responsibility, not a fluttery feeling that shows up when you’re having a good day. But this job has a powerful, healing component: you are also the Trauma-Informed Witness for your human. The Dual Role: Caretaker and Witness Imagine that on the day you were born, you were handed a tiny, fragile human to look after—your person. This human is you. You are the custodian of your own human. This shift creates a little healthy distance. When you look at it as a job, you stop getting so tangled up in the drama and the self-judgment. You're no longer the subject lost in emotion; you're the objective, compassionate caretaker. Every morning, your job description kicks in. You ask yourself the practical questions: - What is truly important for my person today? (Nourishment? Movement? Rest?) - What do they need right now that will contribute to their well-being? But here is where we blend in the deeper wisdom, recognising that your person is likely carrying old wounds (trauma responses). You have a higher duty: to be the Non-Judgmental Witness for their internal experience. The Non-Dual Strategy: Unconditional Presence Your human’s difficult emotions (shame, anxiety, a sudden urge to self-sabotage) are often protective reflexes from an injured nervous system. They aren't personal failings.

"Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) awarded the groundbreaking therapy designation to 5-MeO-DMT of the toad poison alvarius, in a significant breakthrough for psychedelic medicine." The designation was awarded to BPL-003, a new intranasal formulation of 5-MeO-DMT developed by Atai Life Sciences and Beckley Psytech. The regulatory body's decision aims to accelerate the development of BPL-003 as a treatment for adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), a condition that affects up to 30% of the 280 million people worldwide living with depression. The FDA decision comes after promising results of a Phase 2b clinical trial, which demonstrated that a single dose of BPL-003 produced rapid and sustained reductions of depressive symptoms within 24 hours, with effects lasting up to eight weeks. It should be noted that most participants were ready for discharge just 90 minutes after treatment, which highlights the potential of a scalable treatment model in the clinic. 5-MeO-DMT is a natural psychedelic compound present in several species. Its best-known presence can be found in the venom Incilius alvarius (Sonora desert frog), as well as other Bufo frogs. It is also found in certain plants, such as Virola and Anadenanthera peregrina species. Companies claim that BPL-003 is designed to provide fast and lasting antidepressant effects with a single dose and a short therapeutic experience. Innovative Therapy designation facilitates intensive FDA guidance to support development of BPL-003. Phase 3 trials are expected to begin in the second quarter of 2026, subject to FDA approval. Other innovative therapies designations in psychedelic compounds: The FDA has previously awarded groundbreaking therapy designations to other psychedelic compounds, highlighting the growing recognition of psychedelics in mental health treatment: Psilocybin: In 2018, the FDA awarded psilocybin the groundbreaking therapy designation for the treatment of treatment-resistant depression. In 2019, he received a second designation for major depressive disorder.

We are absolutely thrilled to share a very special and profound interview with one of the helping founders of the Shangriballa method, Patrick Boulan himself! In this illuminating session, Patrick unpacks the transformative process of Emotional Integration, based on his foundational work and his powerful article, "The Process of Emotional Integration: A Path to Realisation." This isn't just theory; Patrick offers incredible insights into how our nervous system holds onto unintegrated emotions, and, most importantly, how we can gently and effectively release these charges to find true inner peace and clarity. What you'll discover in this video: - Why old emotional wounds show up in our present reactions. - How to become the "loving parent" to your inner experiences. - The profound gifts of allowing emotions to move and transform This is a must-watch for every single one of us on this journey. Grab a cup of tea, find a quiet moment, and let Patrick's wisdom guide you. We'd love to hear your biggest takeaways in the comments below! What resonated most with you? With love and presence. Patrick's Article: THE PROCESS OF EMOTIONAL INTEGRATION: A PATH TO REALISATION https://www.skool.com/shangriballa/the-process-of-emotional-integration-a-path-to-realisation