Ep 216: Homeopathy for non-ordinary states of consciousness - with Declan Hammond

Ready to challenge the conventional boundaries of healing? Journey alongside Declan Hammond as he crafts a compelling fusion of traditions and innovations.   In this episode, Declan Hammond, the co-founder and former director of The Irish School of Homeopathy shares his extraordinary odyssey. Explore his skillful fusion of ancient and contemporary healing practices and discover his heartfelt commitment to guiding individuals through non-ordinary states of consciousness. Gain insights into his advocacy for drug harm reduction and integration, and learn about his approach to mindfully integrating the revelations from psychedelic encounters into the journey of personal growth and healing.   Episode Highlights: 03:21 - Declan's first experience with the world of homeopathy 11:08 - Homeopathy and hay fever 13:39 - The transformative power of homeopathy 18:40 - Cheating in healing 20:48 - Psychedelic treatments and mental health 26:01 - Taking remedies with the intention 29:52 - Classical vs. modern homeopathy 34:27 - Spiritual emergencies 38:23 - Children's past life memories 45:11 - Healing after brain surgery 53:25 - Trauma passed down through generations 58:50 - The metallic ball transformation 01:02:00 - Dissolving cancer through visualization 01:04:27 - Remedies as energetic reminders 01:09:57 - Energy medicine and limitless possibilities 01:14:27 - The limits of working with energy 01:15:50 - Imaginary friends and their significance 01:19:31 - Children's experiences with imagination 01:23:02 - Ayahuasca and other psychedelic remedies 01:29:13 - Ayahuasca experiences 01:30:10 - The power of homeopathic remedies 01:34:15 - Psychedelics and indigenous healing 01:39:38 - Healing potential of master plants 01:42:26 - Therapeutic use of MDMA 01:46:30 - Lost sacred relationship with substances 01:49:27 - Harm reduction at festivals   About my guest: Declan Hammond is a homeopath, transpersonal therapist and shamanic practitioner, co-founder and former director of The Irish School of Homeopathy. His life and work has been a passionate search for the most effective healing tools for himself and his patients. This journey has taken him all over the globe studying Eastern and Western approaches to healing, tantra yoga and traditional shamanic practices. Declan has developed a unique synthesis of these ancient and modern healing techniques and works with individuals and groups to empower deep personal growth and spiritual development.   His passion is working with people challenged by non-ordinary states of consciousness, who are undergoing Spiritual Emergency/Psychosis type experiences. He has a particular interest in drug harm reduction and integration work and is part of the Kosmicare Medical Team at Boom Festival. Find out more about Declan Website: https://declanhammond.com/   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom