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Psychedelic Preparation Workbook: Sixty Days to Engagement
145 pages, Paperback
Published July 24, 2024
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G. Scott Graham
38 books11 followersG. Scott Graham is an existential handyman — fixing what’s broken, realigning what’s off-kilter, and helping people rebuild their lives with meaning, purpose, and the occasional strip of duct tape. He’s also an author, career coach, business coach, and psychedelic support coach based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Scott is driven to help clients follow their “true azimuth” — a direction distinct from “true north.” It’s not about chasing some universal ideal. It’s about identifying what genuinely matters to you. It’s about recognizing the forces that pull your life off course and learning how to adjust so you still arrive where your heart wants to go. When you're 90 and looking back, your life should feel like it was truly yours — filled with pride, purpose, and meaning. No regrets.
When he’s not coaching people to be their very best, Scott runs a nonprofit farm animal rescue and lives what he teaches. He does Tough Mudders, teaches Sun 73 Tai Chi, paddleboards with his dogs Groot and Rocket, and camps in State Parks across New England whenever he can. His daily spiritual practice is grounded in anāpānasati, vipassanā, and mettā-bhāvanā meditation. A firm believer in service as the heart of a life well-lived, Scott also volunteers as an EMT instructor, firefighter, and Master Gardener in his community.
In his "free time," he writes books. And music
Number fifty-five on his bucket list is to write 100 books before he dies, so you will see a lot here in the coming years!
G. Scott Graham has a lot of interests so he is not pinned down to only a few types of books!
Check out Scott's photos! And be sure and follow him to stay up to date when he publishes his next book!
Scott is driven to help clients follow their “true azimuth” — a direction distinct from “true north.” It’s not about chasing some universal ideal. It’s about identifying what genuinely matters to you. It’s about recognizing the forces that pull your life off course and learning how to adjust so you still arrive where your heart wants to go. When you're 90 and looking back, your life should feel like it was truly yours — filled with pride, purpose, and meaning. No regrets.
When he’s not coaching people to be their very best, Scott runs a nonprofit farm animal rescue and lives what he teaches. He does Tough Mudders, teaches Sun 73 Tai Chi, paddleboards with his dogs Groot and Rocket, and camps in State Parks across New England whenever he can. His daily spiritual practice is grounded in anāpānasati, vipassanā, and mettā-bhāvanā meditation. A firm believer in service as the heart of a life well-lived, Scott also volunteers as an EMT instructor, firefighter, and Master Gardener in his community.
In his "free time," he writes books. And music
Number fifty-five on his bucket list is to write 100 books before he dies, so you will see a lot here in the coming years!
G. Scott Graham has a lot of interests so he is not pinned down to only a few types of books!
Check out Scott's photos! And be sure and follow him to stay up to date when he publishes his next book!
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March 21, 2025
A Practical Guide to Preparation in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
If you’re considering psychedelic therapy to explore psilocybin, ayahuasca, LSD, DMT, ibogaine, MDMA, or other entheogenic substances for mental health and personal growth, G. Scott Graham’s “Psychedelic Preparation Workbook” is a must-have resource. This book serves as a structured, step-by-step guide to preparing for a safe, meaningful, and transformative psychedelic experience.
What’s Good About This Book?
✔ Highly Practical & Actionable:
Unlike many books that focus on the theory behind psychedelic-assisted therapy, this workbook provides hands-on exercises, journal prompts, and a structured 60-day plan to prepare both mentally and emotionally for a therapeutic psychedelic journey. The PREPARE method (Purpose, Research, Environment, Professional Support, Attitude, Resources, Exit Plan) is an excellent framework for anyone serious about maximizing the benefits of psychedelics for mental health, healing trauma, and personal transformation.
✔ Integrates Science with Mindfulness & Spirituality:
The book balances scientific research on psychedelics with mindfulness-based approaches, including meditation, awe walks, fasting, and journaling. These practices are essential for deepening self-awareness and enhancing neuroplasticity and emotional resilience, two key factors in successful psychedelic therapy outcomes.
✔ A Strong Focus on Safety & Harm Reduction:
The TRIPSAFE framework ensures that readers understand how to create a safe set and setting, work with trip sitters or psychedelic facilitators, and avoid potential risks associated with LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, mescaline, and other psychedelic substances. This is particularly helpful for those new to psychedelics who may feel uncertain about navigating altered states of consciousness.
✔ Great for Both Beginners & Experienced Users:
Whether you’re preparing for your first psilocybin journey or have prior experience with ayahuasca, DMT, or ibogaine therapy, this book offers valuable insights on how to set clear intentions, avoid common pitfalls, and integrate psychedelic experiences for lasting transformation.
What Could Be Improved?
❌ Not a Deep Dive into Psychedelic Science or Neuroscience:
While the book provides a well-researched overview of psychedelic therapy, it doesn’t go in-depth into the neuroscientific mechanisms of psychedelics like psilocybin’s effects on 5-HT2A receptors, or how MDMA-assisted therapy impacts PTSD treatment. Readers looking for hardcore research on psychedelic neurobiology might need to supplement this book with titles like DMT: The Spirit Molecule by Rick Strassman.
❌ Limited Discussion on Legal & Ethical Considerations:
As psychedelic therapy gains mainstream attention, the legality of psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA therapy varies worldwide. While the book mentions harm reduction, a more detailed exploration of current psychedelic research studies, decriminalization efforts, and legal access options would be useful for readers who want to navigate the field responsibly.
❌ The Workbook Format May Not Suit Everyone:
This book is highly interactive, designed for readers who want to actively engage in journaling, meditation, and preparation exercises. Those looking for a more traditional narrative or philosophical discussion on psychedelics might prefer books by Terence McKenna, Aldous Huxley, or Timothy Leary.
Final Verdict: Who Should Read This Book?
✅ Ideal for those preparing for their first psychedelic-assisted therapy experience
✅ Great for psychonauts and spiritual seekers wanting a structured preparation process
✅ Useful for therapists, coaches, and trip sitters guiding others through psychedelic journeys
✅ Perfect for those interested in integrating psychedelics with meditation, mindfulness, and journaling
❌ Not for those wanting an in-depth scientific or philosophical discussion on psychedelics
❌ Not ideal for readers who prefer passive learning over interactive exercises
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5)
The Psychedelic Preparation Workbook is a well-crafted, highly practical guide for anyone looking to safely and intentionally engage with psychedelics like psilocybin, ayahuasca, LSD, mescaline, DMT, or MDMA for mental health and personal growth. It excels in preparation, intention-setting, and integration strategies but could benefit from a deeper dive into the science and legal landscape of psychedelic therapy.
If you’re considering psychedelic therapy to explore psilocybin, ayahuasca, LSD, DMT, ibogaine, MDMA, or other entheogenic substances for mental health and personal growth, G. Scott Graham’s “Psychedelic Preparation Workbook” is a must-have resource. This book serves as a structured, step-by-step guide to preparing for a safe, meaningful, and transformative psychedelic experience.
What’s Good About This Book?
✔ Highly Practical & Actionable:
Unlike many books that focus on the theory behind psychedelic-assisted therapy, this workbook provides hands-on exercises, journal prompts, and a structured 60-day plan to prepare both mentally and emotionally for a therapeutic psychedelic journey. The PREPARE method (Purpose, Research, Environment, Professional Support, Attitude, Resources, Exit Plan) is an excellent framework for anyone serious about maximizing the benefits of psychedelics for mental health, healing trauma, and personal transformation.
✔ Integrates Science with Mindfulness & Spirituality:
The book balances scientific research on psychedelics with mindfulness-based approaches, including meditation, awe walks, fasting, and journaling. These practices are essential for deepening self-awareness and enhancing neuroplasticity and emotional resilience, two key factors in successful psychedelic therapy outcomes.
✔ A Strong Focus on Safety & Harm Reduction:
The TRIPSAFE framework ensures that readers understand how to create a safe set and setting, work with trip sitters or psychedelic facilitators, and avoid potential risks associated with LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, mescaline, and other psychedelic substances. This is particularly helpful for those new to psychedelics who may feel uncertain about navigating altered states of consciousness.
✔ Great for Both Beginners & Experienced Users:
Whether you’re preparing for your first psilocybin journey or have prior experience with ayahuasca, DMT, or ibogaine therapy, this book offers valuable insights on how to set clear intentions, avoid common pitfalls, and integrate psychedelic experiences for lasting transformation.
What Could Be Improved?
❌ Not a Deep Dive into Psychedelic Science or Neuroscience:
While the book provides a well-researched overview of psychedelic therapy, it doesn’t go in-depth into the neuroscientific mechanisms of psychedelics like psilocybin’s effects on 5-HT2A receptors, or how MDMA-assisted therapy impacts PTSD treatment. Readers looking for hardcore research on psychedelic neurobiology might need to supplement this book with titles like DMT: The Spirit Molecule by Rick Strassman.
❌ Limited Discussion on Legal & Ethical Considerations:
As psychedelic therapy gains mainstream attention, the legality of psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA therapy varies worldwide. While the book mentions harm reduction, a more detailed exploration of current psychedelic research studies, decriminalization efforts, and legal access options would be useful for readers who want to navigate the field responsibly.
❌ The Workbook Format May Not Suit Everyone:
This book is highly interactive, designed for readers who want to actively engage in journaling, meditation, and preparation exercises. Those looking for a more traditional narrative or philosophical discussion on psychedelics might prefer books by Terence McKenna, Aldous Huxley, or Timothy Leary.
Final Verdict: Who Should Read This Book?
✅ Ideal for those preparing for their first psychedelic-assisted therapy experience
✅ Great for psychonauts and spiritual seekers wanting a structured preparation process
✅ Useful for therapists, coaches, and trip sitters guiding others through psychedelic journeys
✅ Perfect for those interested in integrating psychedelics with meditation, mindfulness, and journaling
❌ Not for those wanting an in-depth scientific or philosophical discussion on psychedelics
❌ Not ideal for readers who prefer passive learning over interactive exercises
Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5)
The Psychedelic Preparation Workbook is a well-crafted, highly practical guide for anyone looking to safely and intentionally engage with psychedelics like psilocybin, ayahuasca, LSD, mescaline, DMT, or MDMA for mental health and personal growth. It excels in preparation, intention-setting, and integration strategies but could benefit from a deeper dive into the science and legal landscape of psychedelic therapy.
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