Open Heart Therapy

Many of us have unconsciously armored ours hearts. We've built fortresses to protect us from hurt and disconnection. The irony of this is that hurt and protection are what are stored behind the walls.. and point to the blockade of feelings of love and connection.

What if there was a powerful medicine that could help dissolve these barriers and awaken us to undefended love?

Emerging research suggests that MDMA, the active compound in the drug commonly known as Ecstasy, may offer just that - a catalyst for profound experiences of heart-opening, self-acceptance, and true interpersonal connection when used intentionally and therapeutically.

Often referred to as an "empathogen," MDMA stimulates the release of hormones like oxytocin, dopamine, and prolactin, while decreasing the fear response. This neurochemical shift helps quiet the harsh inner critic while allowing a state of gentleness towards ourselves and others. From this space of self-compassion, we can start to embrace the truth of our common and innate worth beyond personal insecurities or judgments.

As defenses fall away, MDMA seems to unveil our natural state of being - one of openheartedness, childlike wonder, and authentic vulnerability. We may discover long held emotional blockages melting, releasing stress and trauma stored in the cells. Feelings of unity and connection with all beings can arise. The spiritual heart cracks open, over-riding the ego's tendency towards separateness for a taste of true nature.

While more research is still needed, decades of controlled studies and accounts from MDMA-assisted psychotherapy sessions describe feelings of self-love, self-forgiveness, and freedom from mental constraints. Old negative beliefs and perspectives simply loosen their grip in the warmth of the explorer's expanded inner sense of self and the world.

There have been many phsyco-therapeutic drugs created to help those in need to feel aligned with their authentic self, but, it may be that MDMA assisted therapy is the first of it's kind to truly heal not only the brain and the nervous system, but the emotional heart that carries so much pain.

Of course, while this heart-minded medicine is a wonderful tool, MDMA is not a cure-all for human suffering, but does consistently act as an opener towards our already whole and worthy essence. When combined with practices like meditation, breath work, Internal Family Systems, Somatic Therapy, EFT or inner child work, guided ecstatic sessions can provide profound insights and awakenings that create sustained and enjoyable change. And still, these changes must be properly integrated and grounded in lifestyle choices for lasting transformation to occur.

Ultimately, approaching this potent heart-medicine with utmost care, wisdom and sacred intention can illuminate and remind us of our hearts loving and open nature.

I'm happy to chat with you to see if a guided session could be a good fit for your heart's healing.