"One of my favorite parts of our conversation is your ability to speak your truth. That is not an easy thing to do… Examine your values one by one, hold them up to the light of public scrutiny. If you can tell the world who you are and what you believe without breaking stride or hesitating, you are happy with yourself. To me, you embody this quote and you inspire me to share my truth."— Miranda May, Remember This. Remember Me.
A wide-ranging conversation on the intersection of grief, creative expression, psychedelic integration, and Ayurvedic wisdom — and what it means to truly alchemize loss into meaning.
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The Alchemy of Grief is a poignant and deeply personal journey through the transformative power of art and love following the devastating loss of Deborah's beloved son, Sean. This evocative narrative intertwines heartfelt reflections, journal entries, and vibrant paintings to depict her path from overwhelming grief to a place of profound connection and joy.
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Debbie Kadagian opened her heart, spoke her truth, and shared her unique story about the Alchemy of Grief, Plant Medicine, and the soul agreement between a mother and her son.
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What happens after the psychedelic journey? How do we honor the wisdom, clarity, or lessons that arise — especially when they come through grief?
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Meet 45 people who are doing amazing things to make our community a better place. Deborah was honored among this year's remarkable cohort of change-makers, healers, and visionaries.
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