Sep 23 2024 55 mins 1
Bridging Healing and Community
In this special live panel from The Condor Approach, host Kole interviews a diverse group of healers, medicine carriers, and retreat leaders.
The guests, including Lauren Gallagher, Jocelyn, Gaddy, and Ariel, share their experiences and insights on running retreat centers, working with plant medicines, and creating sustainable and inclusive healing spaces.
They discuss the challenges and responsibilities of maintaining retreat centers, the importance of cultural reciprocity, and the nuances of serving marginalized communities, including BIPOC and queer individuals.
The conversation also touches upon the significance of integration and the impact of Western expectations on indigenous practices.
This episode provides valuable perspectives for anyone involved in healing and transformative work.
00:00 Introduction to a Special Episode
00:57 The Condor Approach: A Revolutionary Method
02:29 Challenges of Running a Retreat Center
04:12 Personal Experiences and Lessons Learned
07:29 The Importance of Community and Integration
15:41 Cultural Sensitivity in Medicine Spaces
28:41 Sustainability and Reciprocity in Retreats
35:05 Challenging Western Perspectives on Indigenous Technology
36:26 Empowering Indigenous Voices Through Education
37:35 Bridging Cultural Gaps with Technology
39:07 Reevaluating the Concept of 'Going to the Source'
41:22 The Importance of Integration in Healing
42:24 Observations on Psychedelic Journeys
49:21 The Role of Community in Healing
52:34 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
