This Talk will be held in german:

Schamanismus findet sich in den ältesten Kulturen der Menschheit und hat diese bis heute geprägt. Dabei verstehen sich Schamanen als Vermittler*innen zwischen der sichtbaren und der unsichtbaren Welt, zwischen Mensch und Natur, sowie Zivilisation und Wildnis. Seit mindestens 50.000 Jahren gibt es auch Hinweise auf die Verwendung von zahlreichen psychoaktiven Pflanzen, aber auch andere Methoden der Bewusstseinsveränderung finden Anwendung im rituellen Kontext.

Der Vortrag vermittelt einen Einblick in die Welt des Schamanismus, sowie dessen Verwendung von Instrumenten, Gesängen, Räucherstoffe, Pilzen und psychoaktiven Pflanzen, um im rituellen Rahmen bewusstseinsveränderte Zustände zu erreichen und durch diese zu manövrieren.

Nach der Präsentation gibt es optional die Möglichkeit in einem Klangkreis den schamanischen Rhythmus und Klang kennenzulernen. Gerne Percussioninstrumente mitnehmen wer welche hat.
✨Türen offen: 18:30 // Beginn: 19:00
✨Wo? Sagedergasse 18, 1120 Wien (Eingang zwischen Bella und Bipa)
✨Eintritt 5€ (Für Mitglieder frei. Werde ein Mitglied: www.psychedelicsociety.at)
Spenden sind willkommen.

Bleibt gerne danach noch, um die Atmosphäre zu genießen, euch an der Bar zu erfrischen und mit Gleichgesinnten auszutauschen.

Über Gregor Pfaffinger –
Forscht in den Bereichen Ethnobotanik, Ethnopharmakologie, Schamanismus und veränderten Bewusstseinszuständen. Erste Erkenntnisse zu heimischen Schamanenpflanzen veröffentlichte er bereits im Gesellschaftsmagazin „Lucy’s Rausch“. Er lernte unter anderem von den Q'Eros - Nachfahren der Inka, von Dr.Christian Rätsch und den Methoden Terence McKennas.

Victoria Schreiner –
Beschäftigt sich intensiv mit Kunstgeschichte, Sinologie, historischer und frühgeschichtlicher Mode sowie der modernen psychoaktiven Kultur. Sie gibt Vorträge zum Thema Schamanismus und dem Brauchtum alter Kulturen. Sie lernte unter anderem von den im Amazonas ansässigen Huni Kuin und von verschiedenen Kulturen Ostasiens.

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We are thrilled to share additional dates for our upcoming Breathwork Sessions in March: 14. / 21. / 28.3. - providing you with an opportunity to dive into Breathwork as a tool for expanding your consciousness.

In this workshop, you will be guided through a one-hour breathing session accompanied by evocative music. We will use connected and cyclical deep breathing, which puts the nervous system in an alert state and leads to a heightened awareness of your body and emotions. This can result in a meditative experience, lead to a blissful state, or bring up repressed and buried emotions. By allowing yourself to feel everything that wants to come up while simultaneously staying with the breath, you can dissolve emotional blockages and free yourself of habitual thought patterns. (Please read the contra-indications below)

Following the breathing session, we will gather and allow everyone to share their experiences within a safe space. This fosters a deeper connection among the participants and supports the process of integration.

The evenings will be held in English unless everyone understands German.

Doors open: 18:30 / Start 19:00
Duration approx. 1,5h
Contribution: 15€ - 20€ (10€ - 15€ for supportive PSV members)
Become a member: psychedelicsociety.at

RAUM ( https://raum.cc/)
Hollandstraße 7
1020 Wien

Registration is required. Please send an E-mail including your full name and mobile number to phil@psychedelicsociety.at

Max. 15 participants

//About
Philip Schönhofer B.Sc., assistant chairman of the PSV, holds a degree in Psychology and is an integrative Breathwork instructor in training with Atman Association ( https://www.atman.at/).

//WARNING:
This workshop is not a therapy session and is not meant to be a substitute for it. If you suffer from a serious mental health disorder or other medical condition like high blood pressure, epilepsy or asthma, please talk to your healthcare provider or therapist before engaging in a breathwork session.

This talk with workshop elements will explore psychedelics from the perspective of compassion and shed light on their potential synergies. It will be topped off with simple contemplative practices for the cultivation of compassion. There will also be plenty of time for your questions and discussion.

On April 20th Dennis Johnson will join us for a second time to discuss the important role of compassion in psychedelic experiences and share ways we can be more self-compassionate in the face of suffering.

Our modern society has led to an individualized and self-centered culture that entails social comparisons, relentless striving for more and better, and self-criticism in the face of failure. As a result, many people today suffer from mental health problems that include self-rumination, shame, depression and anxiety, which make it difficult to access feelings of self-worth, self-acceptance and self-compassion. Experiences of social safety and connectedness through compassion training and/or psychedelic experiences can help shift from a competitive to a caring mindset with an increased sense of compassionate motivation and prosocial behavior.

Recent research suggests that psychedelics could be used as adjuncts to compassion training because they lead to decreased self-rumination as well as increased empathy, positive emotions, psychological flexibility and connectedness. Research also shows that an increase in self-compassion is one of the central factors in determining the therapeutic outcomes of psychedelics, which highlights the importance of compassion training in preparation and integration. (For a more detailed description of these backgrounds, please visit our website.)

As always, you can stay afterward to make yourself comfortable, get some drinks or snacks, and connect with like-minded people.

//About Mag. Dennis Johnson (www.dennis-johnson.com) is a certified teacher of mindfulness, self-compassion and positive neuroplasticity and a university lecturer in a master's program in mindfulness. He has an academic background in Tibetan and Buddhist Studies, a clinical background in sociotherapeutic work with people in mental health crisis and has extensively explored altered states of consciousness through meditation retreats, plant medicines and holotropic breathwork.


⭐️Door opens: 19:00, talk starts at 19:30
⭐️Location: Sagedergasse 18, 1120 Vienna (Entry is in-between Billa and Bipa)
⭐️Entry 5€* / Members free *(if money is the only reason you can not come, talk to us and we will find a way)

// We do not provide any illegal substances nor do we allow for the distribution or consumption on our events. Please keep that in mind to support us.
Our only concern is to provide high quality information and safety guidelines about psychedelic substances.

Kind Reminder: Psychedelics&Compassion Today | Door Opens 19:00 | Talk starts at 19:30 | Sagedergasse 18, 1120 (The entrance is in-between Billa & Bipa) 🥰✨

🌈 Introducing the Psychedelic Society Vienna Memberships!

At the Vienna Psychedelic Society, we're dedicated to fostering an open-minded approach to non-ordinary states of consciousness and their healing potential. Financial support allows us to cover our ongoing expenses, buy better equipment, invite experts from the field and ensure an overall high quality. By becoming a member, you'll not only support our mission but also gain access to exclusive benefits!

✨ Membership Tiers: We offer three "dosing options", depending on your budget. As a supporting member, you'll contribute to the growth and continuation of the PSV and its mission to build a thriving psychedelic community in Vienna. You'll also enjoy:
• Free entry and discounts on events and workshops
• Invitation to a "members only" Telegram group with various channels for connection and discussion
• Possibility to collaborate with us on events and projects
✨ Yearly One-Time Payment Option: For your convenience, we also offer a yearly one-time payment option (-16%) for those who prefer a simplified membership experience.

Join us today and become a part of the Vienna Psychedelic Society community! Together, we can explore the vast potential of non-ordinary states of consciousness and their transformative power.

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We are thrilled to announce an upcoming series of 4 transformative sessions exploring Authentic Movement (AM), a powerful practice from the realm of Dance/Movement Therapy.

Join us on May 7, May 21, June 4, and June 18 as we embark on a journey to support the integration of psychedelic experiences and unlock the path to expanded states of consciousness through movement practices. 🌈

During these immersive sessions, you will have the opportunity to experience the essence of AM firsthand. As a Mover, you'll surrender to the flow of movement, guided by your unconscious and inner impulses, while a non-judgmental Witness holds space for your journey. 🌠🧘‍♀️

Through the creation of a safe group container, we aim to nurture the development of your inner witness and cultivate the ability to embrace the unknown. This practice not only supports the integration of past experiences but also leads to a more developed ego structure, preparing you for future explorations and enabling you to access states of flow in your day to day life.

🗓 Event Details:

Dates: May 7, May 21, June 4, June 18
Doors open: 17:15 / Start: 17:30
Duration: 2 hours
Contribution for the 4 Sessions: (Sliding scale depending on your financial situation)
80€ - 140€ / 60€ - 120€ for PSV Members ✨
Become a Member: ko-fi.com/psychedelicsocietyvienna
Location: ZenZi, Zieglergasse 29/2. Innenhof, 1070 Wien
Language: English

🎟 Registration: To secure your spot and for further information, please send an email to ana@movingwithana.com, including your full name and mobile number. Limited to 10 participants ✨

//About
Ana Bernardes holds a degree in Psychology and is trained in Holistic Dance and Movement Pedagogy, Social Presencing Theater and Embodiment Coaching, which she combines with her experience in Business Consulting, Corporate Training, Event Management, Experience Design and Game Design, as well as 20 years of teaching social dances. Ana studied AM with Sabine Parzer and Martina Mückler (Vienna) and with Betina Waismann (Madrid) and Andrés Waksman (Barcelona).

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