The Dr. Chalmers Show

The Dr. Chalmers Show


The Role of Psychedelics in Addressing Trauma and Facilitating Personal Growth

August 30, 2024

The discussion highlights the importance of setting clear intentions before using psychedelics, likening the process to tackling the dirtiest rooms in a house first. Psychedelics often bring unresolved trauma and challenges to the surface, so addressing these issues carefully is crucial for effective personal growth. This approach ensures that deep-seated issues are confronted, facilitating meaningful and lasting transformation.


It’s noted that nobody regrets trying psychedelics when approached with serious intentions and a commitment to self-improvement. The effects of psychedelics can be gradual and require patience, but by preparing oneself mentally and emotionally, individuals can harness their transformative power to clear mental noise, reassess beliefs, and achieve significant personal growth.


Highlights of the Podcast


00:35 - Ryan Stewman on the Impact of Dr. Chalmers' Chiropractic License

00:39 - Journey with Ketamine Therapy and Its Remarkable Impact on Heart Health

03:58 - Ryan Stewman’s Journey with Ketamine Therapy and Personal Growth

11:18 - Ryan Stewman on How Ketamine Therapy Helped Manage Insecurities and Anxiety

13:52 - Ryan Stewman on the Evolution of His Ketamine Therapy Experience

14:58 - The Spiritual Insights Gained from DMT

19:24 - Journey to Finding Spiritual Community in a Methodist Church

28:58 - Breaking Free from Alcohol and Embracing What Truly Serves

29:32 - Ryan Stewman on the Decision to Abstain from Alcohol and Its Impact on His Life

30:21 - Dr. Chalmers and Ryan Stewman on the Benefits of Letting Go of Unhelpful Habits

31:09 - Ryan Stewman on Aligning Relationships with Personal Values and the Impact of Removing Misalignments

32:35 - Ryan Stewman on How His Wife Amy Shapes His Values and the Challenge of Maintaining Them

34:15 - The Challenge of Cutting Ties and Maintaining Core Values

36:49 - Dr. Chalmers and Ryan Stewman on Perceptions, Standards, and Boundaries

37:05 - Ryan Stewman on Prioritizing Family Over Social Engagements

38:09 - Dr. Chalmers on Avoiding Alignments with Misaligned Behaviors

40:11 - Personal Growth and Transformation

41:19 - How Growth Has Improved His Approach to Fatherhood

42:38 - The Positive Impact of Personal Transformation on Family Life

43:01 - How His Transformation Has Fostered Constructive Family Interactions

47:00 - The Benefits of Ketamine in Balancing the Sympathetic Nervous System

50:09 - Enhancing Gut Health and Well-Being through Sympathetic Nervous System Care

53:40 - How Psychedelics Could Disrupt Traditional Treatment Models

54:51 - Avoiding Traditional Treatments and Embracing Alternative Methods

57:26 - How an Unexpected Encounter with His Partner Reinforced the Value of Inner Guidance

1:02:31 - How Psychedelics and Inner Guidance Drive Personal and Professional Development

1:04:37 - Facilitate Personal Growth and Belief Reassessment

1:07:03 - The Rewards of Psychedelics When Approached with Serious Intentions

1:08:16 - Using Psychedelics to Address Unresolved Trauma for Effective Personal Growth