{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"TrueLife","title":"Æthervoke: Abigail Calder on LSD, Consciousness, & Unlocking the Higher Self ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3963,"description":"🎙️🎙️🎙️Abigail Calder \"Welcome everyone to another insightful episode of TrueLife. Today, we have the honor of hosting Abigail Calder, a brilliant young mind at the forefront of psychedelic research. Abigail is not just a PhD candidate at the University of Fribourg, but a beacon of light in understanding the intricate dance between psychedelics and the human brain. With her work on neuroplasticity, particularly how LSD can reshape our neural pathways, Abigail is pioneering a new wave of science that connects the dots between consciousness, well-being, and the mystical experiences psychedelics can offer.But beyond her academic accolades, what truly sets Abigail apart is her passion for demystifying these complex subjects for everyone. Through her roles with the ALPS and MIND Foundations, she's been a bridge between the science lab and our living rooms, making psychedelic science accessible, understandable, and deeply human. Her dedication to exploring not just the highs but also the potential pitfalls of these substances shows a commitment to integrity and safety in science. So, without further ado, let's dive into a conversation that promises to enlighten, inspire, and perhaps even transform our understanding of ourselves. Please welcome, Abigail Calder.\"1. Neuroplasticity and Consciousness:   - How does the HRS, when applied to psychedelic therapy, interact with recent findings on neuroplasticity? Could it serve as a tool to measure the potential of psychedelics to not only treat but fundamentally alter the neural substrates of consciousness?\"We're considering adding neuroplasticity metrics to the HRS to correlate with changes in consciousness.\"2. Quantifying the Ineffable:   - With recent studies suggesting psychedelics can enhance creativity and problem-solving, how can the HRS be adapted to quantify the ineffable aspects of these experiences, particularly in relation to the expansion of cognitive and linguistic capabilities?\"We could introduce...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/FV-M9IcfmmK0PpSjnssPkhI7AX9NSl6NdRLN8MmGBl8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzExODc0LzE2NzI1/NDI0ODQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}