How can the combination of psychedelics and storytelling frameworks help us uncover hidden blindspots and rewrite our personal narratives? What kind of integration, growth, and even catharsis, can occur when we share our stories with others?
This workshop brings archetypal storytelling frameworks together with psychedelic integration techniques to help you better define your life’s narrative. Unpack the wisdom you carry and experience the powerful catharsis of sharing your story in a supportive environment, illuminating your inner light while deepening your collective understanding of how psychedelics facilitate transformation.
In this workshop, you will:
- Uncover Your Life’s Narrative: Use archetypal storytelling frameworks to identify and unlock the themes woven through your experiences.
- Rewrite Your Story: Craft a personal narrative that reflects your authentic self and aspirations.
- Reframe Challenges: Apply storytelling techniques to transform obstacles into opportunities and celebrate your triumphs.
- Experience Catharsis Through Sharing: Share your story in a safe, supportive environment to deepen your connection to it and embody its truths.
- Join us for a transformative journey where storytelling becomes a catalyst for healing, growth, and empowerment.
About Our Guests
Who is Mareesa Stertz?
Mareesa Stertz is a storyteller who works in film and community to transform narratives around mental health and psychedelics. Her documentary series, “The Healing Powers of Psychedelics,” (Amazon/Gaia TV) reveals the potential of these substances for individual and collective transformation. She is a co-steward and cofounder of the Global Psychedelic Society and co-founder of Lucid News, and works to amplify diverse voices and support a global network of changemakers. Through international storytelling workshops, Mareesa empowers others to share their experiences, contributing to a growing movement that challenges outdated paradigms. Mareesa is currently in post-production on her second feature film, “Confessions of a Psychonaut”, and you can learn more about her work at YourStoryisEverything.com
Who is Monica Cadena?
Monica Cadena is an Afro-Latinx California-based artist, writer, movement worker, digital alchemist, brave space holder, plant ally, advocate, and the Creatrix of Black Healers Connect, a digital and in-person community for healers of the diaspora. The former co-founder of Wear Your Voice Magazine, Monica is passionate about highlighting stories from those at the intersections of healing and social justice activism and centering healing-based initiatives. Monica hosted the first Psychedelics and Sensuality event, she spoke to a maxed-out audience at MAPS’ Psychedelic Science 2023 on sex and psychedelics, and has worked closely with major organizations in the space including DoubleBlind Magazine, Oakland Hyphae, and many more.