In the 1950s and 1960s, a group of forward-thinking individuals, including Bill Wilson, Sidney Cohen, Betty Eisner, Tom Powers, and Gerald Heard, embarked on an unconventional journey that would intersect the worlds of addiction recovery and psychedelic research. These early
A Glimpse into the Unconventional Side of Bill Wilson: A Letter Discussing LSD Therapy A recently surfaced letter dated March 22, 1957, penned by Bill Wilson, the co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), sheds light on a lesser-known aspect of his
Exploring the Unlikely Correspondence Between Timothy Leary and Bill Wilson In the early 1960s, an unexpected correspondence unfolded between two prominent figures: Timothy Leary, a psychologist and leading advocate for psychedelic research, and Bill Wilson, the co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous
The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, formally titled “Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How More Than One Hundred Men Have Recovered from Alcoholism,” was first published in 1939. Written primarily by AA co-founder Bill Wilson, with input from early members,
Per Tradition Ten, the views and opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Psychedelics in Recovery as a whole. Deciding to incorporate plant medicine into
“How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence” is a groundbreaking work by acclaimed author Michael Pollan. Known for his in-depth explorations of food, plants, and the natural
“Trippy: The Peril and Promise of Medicinal Psychedelics” is a captivating exploration into the world of psychedelic substances and their potential roles in medicine and therapy. The book, authored by Dr. Scott Alexander, a seasoned psychiatrist with a deep interest
The intersection of psychedelics and addiction recovery is a topic that is gaining increasing attention as more people explore alternative paths to healing. However, for those who participate in traditional 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), discussing the use of
Kiyoshi Izumi, a groundbreaking Canadian architect, is celebrated for his innovative approach to the design of psychiatric wards in the mid-20th century. Central to his work was his collaboration with Dr. Humphrey Osmond, a British psychiatrist who was instrumental in
Welcome to the New Psychedelics in Recovery Website: A Cutting-Edge Space for Inclusive, Forward-Focused Recovery We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newly remodeled Psychedelics in Recovery website! This isn’t just a redesign; it’s a reimagining of what
Carl Jung’s views on psychedelics, particularly in relation to their use in spiritual or therapeutic contexts, have been a subject of much discussion. Jung’s caution regarding psychedelics is rooted in his broader concerns about the dangers of direct encounters with
The Pioneering LSD Trials of Sven Jensen in Saskatchewan: A Forgotten Chapter in Psychedelic Science The 1950s and 1960s were a time of groundbreaking research in the field of psychedelic science, with much of the early work focused on the