We’ve been sold a story—that ayahuasca heals, that psilocybin cures, and that plant medicine is medicine.

But what if that story isn’t just misleading… what if it’s holding people back from actually healing?

In this episode, I break down what these psychedelic tools do—and what they don’t do.

I share my personal journey through hundreds of ceremonies, the trap I fell into, and the uncomfortable truth that most people don’t want to hear:

These substances aren’t the cure.

They can open doors—but you have to walk through them.

If you’ve ever felt stuck after a ceremony, chased the next “breakthrough,” or wondered why nothing’s actually changing… this video might give you the insight you didn’t know you needed.

Drop a comment below and let’s have a real conversation.

#psychedelics #ayahuasca #healingjourney #plantmedicine #integration #spiritualawakening #entheogens #podcast

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: Are Psychedelics Really Medicines?
02:30 Historical Perspectives on Psychedelics
03:48 The Global Health Situation and Misleading Terms
06:26 The Aubrey Marcus Podcast and Plant Medicine Use
08:16 Personal Experiences and Reflections
11:09 The Role of Integration in Healing
13:31 Challenges with Microdosing and Western Medicine
15:13 Proactive vs. Reactive Healing Approaches
20:11 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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Hey, I’m Ian Vogel—host of Alternate Timelines. My journey started on a small farm in the midwest, where I always felt a little out of place. After years of skepticism and even a stint as an atheist, a near-death experience changed my perspective on everything. Since then, I’ve explored plant medicine, past life memories, and the mysteries of consciousness. Now, I’m sharing those experiences to help others navigate their own awakening. Through real stories, deep conversations, and wild explorations of the unknown, we’re building a community where it’s okay to question reality. You’re not alone in the unknown. 👽✨

What happens when a child grows up talking to spirits, floating down stairs, and attending funerals for fun?

In this candid and powerful conversation, Dan Arhakos shares her experience growing up with heightened psychic sensitivity—from communicating with her deceased uncle at age four to regularly astral projecting in middle school. We talk about how early spiritual gifts are often misunderstood, suppressed, or pathologized—and how to reframe them as strengths.

This episode dives into what it means to be spiritually gifted as a child, how trauma and religion shape our perception of those gifts, and how we can create safer spaces for the next generation of intuitive kids. We also discuss grounding practices, the reality of spiritual burnout, and the beauty of finding your own path—even if it looks wildly different from what society expects.

Whether you're a parent, a practitioner, or someone navigating their own awakening, this conversation offers heartfelt insight and actionable wisdom

#psychicdevelopment #spiritcommunication #spiritualawakening #astralprojection #pastlives #childpsychic #mediumship #consciousness #podcast

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Timestamps:
00:43 Introduction
03:03 Dan's Early Experiences with the Deceased
06:11 High School: Spiritual Growth and Psychedelics
11:06 The Impact of Religion and Family Support
20:04 Witnessing Death and Understanding Life
29:26 Encouraging Children's Natural Development
33:49 Balancing Spirituality and Grounding
40:18 Reflecting on Childhood Experiences
46:11 Transforming Trauma into Growth
55:51 Connecting with Dan and Future Offerings

About the Guest:
Dan Arhakos is a psychic intuitive, teacher, and spiritual facilitator currently living in Peru. From a young age, Dan demonstrated profound extrasensory perception—including spontaneous spirit communication and out-of-body experiences—which eventually evolved into a grounded spiritual practice rooted in empowerment and personal sovereignty. Today, she offers private retreats, group retreats, virtual classes, 1-on-1 mentorships, and deep ceremonial experiences focused on deep personal transformation.

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Hey, I’m Ian Vogel—host of Alternate Timelines. My journey started on a small farm in the midwest, where I always felt a little out of place. After years of skepticism and even a stint as an atheist, a near-death experience changed my perspective on everything. Since then, I’ve explored plant medicine, past life memories, and the mysteries of consciousness. Now, I’m sharing those experiences to help others navigate their own awakening. Through real stories, deep conversations, and wild explorations of the unknown, we’re bu

This might be the most uncomfortable video I’ve ever made — but it’s also one of the most important.

I’m sharing a deeply personal perspective that challenges common narratives about suffering, identity, and spiritual growth.

I know that not everyone will agree.

And that’s okay, this isn’t about convincing anyone.

It’s about starting an open and honest conversation around how we perceive challenge, pain, and meaning.

If you're on a journey of spiritual awakening or seeking a new lens through which to view the world, I invite you to sit with this message, reflect on your own experiences, and share your thoughts in the comments.

#consciousness #spiritualawakening #innergrowth #growthmindset #podcast

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Hey, I’m Ian Vogel—host of Alternate Timelines. My journey started on a small farm in the midwest, where I always felt a little out of place. After years of skepticism and even a stint as an atheist, a near-death experience changed my perspective on everything. Since then, I’ve explored plant medicine, past life memories, and the mysteries of consciousness. Now, I’m sharing those experiences to help others navigate their own awakening. Through real stories, deep conversations, and wild explorations of the unknown, we’re building a community where it’s okay to question reality. You’re not alone in the unknown. 👽✨