The Eleusinia Podcast The Eleusinia Podcast

Join us as we share Johnny’s incredible story, a genuine and uproariously funny Boston native. Johnny opens up about his life-altering decision to embark on a transformative journey at Eleusinia.
Before Johnny's journey to Eleusinia, life had dealt him a challenging hand. He battled through vestibular migraines, often referred to as "suicide migraines," and underwent a major shoulder surgery that unexpectedly led to a heart attack, unleashing a series of medical complications that haunted him with pain for months. Amidst this physical turmoil, Johnny grappled with the loss of loved ones, the breakdown of his marriage, and inner childhood trauma.
Drawing inspiration from both expertise at the Mayo Clinic and the wisdom of a beloved Boston comic who inspired him to "go find out what he was sitting on" Johnny set out on his quest for healing. Little did he know, his journey would take unexpected turns, defying the very agenda he had in mind.

In this episode, Shannen takes us through the events that defined the year 2016, leaving an indelible mark on her life's path. At 47, she was unexpectedly thrust into a health crises, despite having enjoyed good health up to that point. The year kicked off with a heart-wrenching traumatic incident involving her son, followed by a botched surgical procedure that led to severe hemorrhaging, pushing her to the brink of mortality.
In the aftermath of these traumas, Shannen found herself grappling with chronic vertigo, a relentless condition that persisted for the next six years. Fueled by determination to regain her health, she embarked on a tireless quest for answers, attending an astonishing 80 doctor appointments and seeking guidance from numerous specialists in her pursuit of relief.
Amidst her search, Shannen discovered Eleusinia through diligent research and was drawn to it after conversing with Jessica, the founder. She recounts her transformative experience at the retreat, which ultimately became the catalyst for profound change in her life.

This episode delves into Eva's profound journey at Eleusinia. Eva openly shares about the challenges she faced at home. As a parent grappling with PTSD, Eva was not only navigated the complexities of her own mental health but also feeling the daunting responsibility of ensuring her son's success. Despite actively incorporating therapeutic, exercise, and meditative practices into her routine, Eva found herself ensnared in a depression more formidable than any she had experienced before.
In her unfiltered and sincere narrative, Eva provides a detailed account of her insightful process in choosing Eleusinia. She offers an authentic comparison of her alternatives, considering clinical settings in Oregon and retreats in Jamaica or Mexico. Throughout the episode, Eva sheds light on the intricate decision-making process, culminating in her profound experience of rediscovering self-trust and gaining the clarity she needed.

In this episode, we delve into Andrew's transformative experience at Eleusinia, a psychedelic retreat. Andrew candidly shares his battle with alcoholism and the subsequent period of sobriety that followed. The unexpected twist occurred when, just 30 days into his newfound sobriety, Andrew faced the sudden and tragic loss of his wife—the mother of his young children.Join us as Andrew opens up about the challenges he faced, from the depths of grief to the process of rediscovering his emotions. In the face of adversity, he expresses a profound desire to explore creative solutions for reclaiming his life and finding a path to healing.Tune in to this powerful episode as we explore Andrew's journey, reflecting on resilience, emotional rediscovery, and the pursuit of innovative approaches to rebuilding one's life after profound loss.

In our latest podcast episode, we are joined by Andrés Gómez Emilsson, the Director of Research at Qualia Research Institute, who recently paid a visit to Eleusinia. Dive into an insightful conversation about consciousness and psychedelics with Andres, a special figure for us at Eleusinia, whose work has significantly influenced our approaches and terminology. Explore the unique concepts and specific terminology from QRI, including exotic qualia, valence, and neural annealing, which have inspired many aspects of the Eleusinia Retreat experience. The discussion wraps up with speculation on the future possibilities of objectively measuring these conscious qualities to potentially prevent and treat suffering.
Eleusinia Retreat: https://www.eleusiniaretreat.com/
Qualia Research Institute: https://qri.org/
Andres's blog: https://qualiacomputing.com/

Join Juan as he unfolds the profound narrative of his life-altering journey at Eleusinia retreat. Delving into the quest for inner strength, Juan shares his profound connection to the indigenous elements offered by Eleusinia, guided by our Curendera Josephina. Having navigated an abusive upbringing, Juan had employed adaptive techniques for survival. He candidly recounts his macrodose experience, shedding light on the moment his emotional armor dissipated, leading to a profound expansion of empathy and compassion towards others as well as himself. He also details each encounter with the staff at Eleusinia and how it impacted him. Tune in to witness Juan's transformative odyssey and the impactful lessons learned along the way.