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Psychedelic integration is the process of incorporating the insights gained from a psychedelic experience into one’s daily life¹. This practice helps individuals make sense of their experiences and apply the lessons learned in meaningful ways. Depending on the nature of the psychedelic experience, Integration can be useful both to minimize harms or to maximize benefits following psychedelic experience².

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Sources

1. Psychedelic integration: An analysis of the concept and its practice

2. Back from the rabbit hole. Theoretical considerations and practical guidelines on psychedelic integration for mental health specialists

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There are many ways to practice integration and the process can vary depending on the nature  of the psychedelic experience. Rest and self-care are often useful in the days following a psychedelic experience. Journaling can be useful to capture details of the experience. In order to process or make meaning of the psychedelic experience a range of other activities can be useful. Some examples include talk therapy, peer support groups, creative expression, meditation, spiritual practice, movement/somatic work and time in nature.

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Psychedelic integration: An analysis of the concept and its practice

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