Awakening 2023 Friday Program

Healing Lives and Healing the World

HAZY LA • 138 N. San Fernando Rd. Los Angeles, CA 90031

July 27–29, 2023

PROGRAM of EVENTS

Friday, July 28, 2023


Conference Room

10:00 – 10:40 AM

Who is Leading the Psychedelic Revolution?

It’s no secret. The world is in chaos. The need for individual and collective healing is monumental. Simultaneously, clinical results are proving the success of psychedelic medicine in reducing or eradicating the epidemic of psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual illnesses is irrefutable. The intersection of these two facts has created the current “Psychedelic Revolution.” What is your role, if any, in this world-wide awakening of consciousness?
Speaker: Paul Karasik

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11:00 – 11:40 AM

The Promise of Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy

Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy has garnered large amounts of attention in recent years as the next potential breakthrough treatment for a variety of illnesses. Despite unprecedented levels of psychopathology, the field of psychiatry has produced relatively few advances in recent decades. Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy offers new hope and is on track to transform mental health care. Learn about results and potential of this new healing modality.
Speaker: Santos Castro, Holistic Therapist & Mestizo Healer

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12:00 – 12:40 PM

Ayahausca: The Mother of Personal Transformation

Ayahuasca has been used for thousands of years for personal transformation and healing physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The drink that is made by combining the bark and stem of Banisteriopsis caapi and other botanical ingredients. Ayahuasca has been touted by such celebrities as Jim Carrey, Sting, Prince Harry, Aaron Rogers, and Miley Cyrus and has been proven to be beneficial in treating PTSD, addiction, depression, anxiety, and depression.
Speakers: Juanita Romano, Cheyenne Medicine Woman; and Amir Ouaddi, Medicine Man

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1:00 – 1:40 PM

Exploring the Magic of Magic Mushrooms

Magic mushrooms is the most popular plant medicine and for good reasons. Clinical trials continue to prove magic mushrooms and the active ingredient Psilocybin, is one of the safest and most effective psychedelics available. They are easily grown inexpensively and conveniently at home and are rapidly becoming legal in a variety of jurisdictions. Learn about dosage, strains, side effects, how to conduct a mushroom ceremony, and what to expect.
Moderator: Sky Karasik
Speakers: Shane Norte-Founder & Spiritual Leader of Church of the People for Creator & Mother Earth, Robert Johnson-CEO Mycroboost & Custom Capsules, Ophelia Chong- Agrarian Advocate and Oliver Carlin CEO & Founder Curative Mushrooms, Oliver Carlin

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2:00 – 2:40 PM

DMT: The God Molecule

DMT, or the spirit or God molecule, has a profound effect on human consciousness. DMT, or its chemical name N, N-Dimethyltryptamine, is a psychedelic drug found throughout nature. The experience lasts from 5-15 minutes. Research has shown that DMT may be helpful in addiction, depression, and anxiety disorders, as well as, long-lasting positive effects on mood, creativity, and overall well-being. Learn how DMT offers healing and a personal encounter with Spirit.
Moderator: Sky Karasik
Speakers: Carlos Grisales- Messenger of Light, Bradley McCall-Artist, Athlete, Psychonaut and Wolf Purnananda Jowers-Transformationalist Specialist

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3:00 – 3:40 PM

Discovering the Healing Power of Legal Psychedelics

Regulatory agencies continue to deny access to those who seek healing from psychedelics. This panel will focus on substances that are legal and accessible such as Amanita Muscaria, Psiliomethoxin, and Ketamine. Find out how to use them, benefits, safety issues, and which of these could be right for you. Legal psychedelics might be the perfect way for you to begin exploring the healing power of psychedelics, without the need of risk.
Moderator: Sky Karasik
Speakers: Laughing Dragon-Dream Navigator and Ian Benouis-Co-Founder, Church of Psilomethoxin and Kathryn Walker- CEO Revitalist, MSN-Anesthesia, MSN-Psychiatry

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4:00 – 4:40 PM

Choosing the Perfect Psychedelic Retreat Center

For many people the perfect way to begin their psychedelic explorations is at a legal retreat center in Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, or some other exotic location. These healing facilities offer unique benefits not offered in traditional medical or therapeutic settings. Psychedelic retreat centers located in beautiful natural settings offer participants the perfect opportunity to deeply connect with themselves and nature. Learn how to evaluate and choose the ideal one for you.
Speaker: Andrew Tansil, Sayulita Wellness Retreat

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5:00 – 5:40 PM

Women in Psychedelics

The time has come for women to step forward and take leadership roles in all areas of the Psychedelic Renaissance. Traditionally, indigenous cultures have exalted the role of women in spiritual and religious practices. Originally the word shaman referred to a priestess who interacted with the spirit world for healing and divining. There are a variety of issues unique to women both in the use of psychedelics and their role in the industry. Join this open discussion.
Moderator: Kaia Roman-Journalist, Entrepreneur, Vice President at Psycheceutical Science
Speakers: Jodi Green- Executive Director, Women in Psychedelics, Zazzy-Co-Founder Third Eye Unblind, Najla Guthrie-Founder, President, CEO KGK Science & Women in Psychedelics



PSYCHEDELIC MUSIC PERFORMANCES

6:30 – 7:00 PM

The Genesis of the Zazzerfly by Zazzy

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7:15 – 7:45 PM

Performer Cam Steen

Cameron Steen

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8:00 – 8:30 PM

David Segall
 

 


Speakers
in Order of Appearance

Speaker Paul Karasik

Paul Karasik

Santos Castro

Juanita Romano

Amir Ouaddi

Sky Karasik

Shane Norte

Robert Johnson

Oliver Carlin

Ophelia Chong

Carlos Grisales

Bradley McCall

Wolf Purnananda Jowers

Laughing Dragon

Ian Benouis

Kathryn Walker

Andrew Tansil

Kaia Roman

Jodi Green

Zazzy

Najla Guthrie

The Portal

Music & Arts Gallery

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10:00 – 10:40 AM

Sound Bath by Amber ZInsmeister

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11:00 – 11:40 AM

Cannabis & Spirituality: Discovering the “Sacred Mother Medicine” with Skye Weaver

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12:00 – 12:40 AM

Juliana Garces Creativity Session

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1:00 – 1:40 PM

Performer Cam Steen

Cameron Steen

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2:00 – 2:40 PM

DivaSonic

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3:00 – 3:40 PM

David Segall

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4:00 – 4:40 PM

Paul Karasik

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5:00 – 6:00 PM

Paul Nolan

OUR VALUES

Peace in our minds
Love in our hearts 
Creativity in our Expression

WE BELIEVE

Psychedelics are gifts for healing ourselves and the planet.
Psychedelics should be decriminalized universally.
We must all work to raise the public perception of psychedelics.