Human Journeys
Personal stories and experiences that illuminate the diverse paths of mental and emotional transformation.
My Experience at a Legal Psilocybin Therapy Retreat
States of Mind's Senior Editor tells us what actually happens at a psychedelic therapy session.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
Recovering from Trauma & CPTSD: Turning Toward The Tiger
The story of facing one's past, working through trauma, and discovering healing.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
Why I Left Television to Build a Mental Health App
Neil Smith discovered newfound meaning by leaving a successful career to fight the men's health…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
Living With Chronic Illness: A Story of Hope and Resilience With Gigi Robinson
Appearing in Sports Illustrated and writing a children's book about chronic illness, Gigi Robinson is…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Amy Reichelt
From Shadows to Gold: Turning Hidden Pain Into Community
After life-changing accidents, Dan Jones turned his darkest moments into healing. Now he's helping others…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Anna Steinzeig
Beats & Psilocybin: Inside a Music Executive’s Psychedelic Routine
Edward Crowe shares how mushroom ceremonies help him manage stress, sharpen focus, and lead with…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
I Wasn't Sick, But I Wasn't Well: A Mental Health Story
States of Mind's senior editor shares his journey to overcome anxiety through mindfulness, microdosing, and…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Anna Steinzeig
What Psychedelic Therapy Taught Me About Healing, Forgiveness, and Starting Over
Cesar Marin shares his personal journey, from midlife crisis to healing through microdosing, psychedelic therapy,…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
Living With OCD: How ERP Therapy Transformed Life For Entrepreneur Mother
When Sarah Michelle Boes’ first child was born, her battle OCD intensified. Now she's using…
A “Miracle State": Dr. Suzanne Mulvehill on Unlocking the Orgasm and Reclaiming Female Pleasure
Cannabis helped reclaim her pleasure and power, now she's fighting for women's rights to use…
From Personal Healing to Professional Purpose: Why I Started a Psychedelic Retreat Company
Sophie Spitzer shares how a mushroom journey healed her trauma and inspired her to launch…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
ArtDHD Visionaries: 6 Creators Reframing ADHD into Art
A look inside the beauty of neurodivergent minds: six artists transforming distraction into vision, and…
“Psychedelics Saved My Life”: In Conversation With Shawn Wells
Author and entrepreneur Shawn Wells shares his transformational experience, overcoming bullying, burnout, and mental health…
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer
What ADHD Looks Like in Adults: From Reddit to Real Life
Real stories from Reddit users reveal what ADHD looks and feels like — showing the…
Unmasking ADHD: Samantha Hiew on Late Diagnosis and the Layers We Don’t See
Dr. Samantha Hiew shares her ADHD journey and advocacy to empower neurodivergent women
Expert-Reviewed by:
Dr. Elena Deliu
Reddit on Ketamine Therapy: Real Stories That Challenge the Stigma
Real Reddit stories reveal how ketamine therapy compares to antidepressants, from rapid relief to fragile…
Moving Past Trauma: A Military Spouse Is Helping Veterans Heal
Psychedelics are helping veterans process trauma and reconnect. Integration coach Elaine Brewer says it's the…
The Psychedelic DJ: How Matt Xavier is Turning Music into Medicine
The story of a DJ using music to enhance psychedelic therapy and help patients heal.
Expert-Reviewed by:
Christian Snuffer