Attending the recent PsyCon Denver show was not only a professional highlight but also a deeply inspiring experience. We met an incredible variety of people, each contributing to the collective momentum that’s shaping the future of mental health and well-being through psychedelic therapies. Whether it was connecting with thought leaders, practitioners, or individuals seeking personal transformation, the event underscored just how diverse and dynamic this space has become.
I had the privilege of taking the stage as the first speaker on a Friday morning, standing in front of about 50 attendees to discuss my book, Walking In The Garden: Discovering God through Psychedelics and the future of clinical hydration in psychedelic therapy. Speaking to this community was both an honor and a reminder of how far this movement has come. As I looked out into the crowd, I couldn’t help but notice a symbolic changes between the "old" and the "new."
On one hand, there were the familiar icons of psychedelia—tie-dye shirts with mushrooms and mandala patterns—a nod to the cultural roots that first popularized these substances in the 1960s and 70s. On the other hand, there was a growing presence of something much more contemporary. I like to call it "the modern mystic"—people dressed in everyday clothes but engaged in profound spiritual and scientific exploration. These are professionals, researchers, clinicians, and even executives, combining their knowledge of neuroscience and their search for meaning in ways that the old guard never quite imagined.
Michael Pollan once coined the term "white coat shamanism" to describe this emerging intersection. It captures perfectly the blending of science and spirituality that we’re witnessing. Today, the person exploring psychedelics is just as likely to be a therapist or scientist as a spiritual seeker. This synthesis of clinical rigor with an openness to the mystical is creating a new era of therapeutic products and protocols, and we at Neuma Health are thrilled to be part of it.
One of the most exciting aspects of this new movement is how it’s pushing beyond the stereotypes of the past. We are no longer talking about psychedelics in the purely abstract, experimental sense. Today, it’s about real-world applications—solutions that help people heal from trauma, alleviate depression, and improve overall mental health. It's about understanding that the mind and body are deeply interconnected, and we have the tools to enhance that connection.
At Neuma Health, we see our hydration supplement, Neuma HYDRATE™, as a product of this merging of science and spirituality. The supplement isn’t just a collection of ingredients; it's designed to support neuroplasticity, help the brain replenish before and after intensive therapeutic experiences, while nourishing the body at a cellular level. It’s a modern solution for a modern age, blending the best of what science knows with the holistic care that spirituality has always emphasized.
Looking back on the conference, I’m filled with gratitude for the opportunity to be part of this movement. We are at the dawn of something revolutionary—the convergence of spiritual insight and scientific discovery—and it’s opening up incredible possibilities for healing. Being at the conference in Denver, meeting so many pioneers and practitioners, reaffirmed that we’re on the right path.
As we continue to innovate and bring Neuma HYDRATE™ to more people, I believe we’re not just creating a product. We’re contributing to a larger mission, one where science and spirituality work hand in hand to help people find wholeness and transformation.
This is just the beginning. We’re excited for what comes next.
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