S03E63 - Christopher Solomon - Salvia and Meditation

🎙️ On this episode of The Mindfulness Experience, we speak with Christopher Solomon, a somatic Salvia guide, teacher, and inventor of a pipe that aids in the mindful exploration of the Salvia Divinorum plant. With over a decade of experience in the field, Christopher has dedicated his life to working with Salvia as a medicine and empowering individuals to use it in a supportive, informative, and enlightening manner.

As a holder of a BA in Psychology from the University of Texas at Dallas and trained in somatic psychotherapy from the Hakomi Institute of California, Christopher merges his vast knowledge and expertise to create a unique approach to working with Salvia. He also holds Holistic and integrative Nutrition certifications and has completed the Body-mind-centering training at the School for Body-Mind Centering with Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen.

During his interview, Christopher explained that Salvia Divinorum is a plant used for centuries among indigenous people in Central and South America for spiritual and medicinal purposes. Its active ingredient, salvinorin A, is the most potent psychoactive compound known to man. Salvia operates uniquely, unlike other plant medicines used for mindfulness practices, providing a transformative experience for people who use it.

Christopher's Salvia pipe is designed to aid in mindful plant exploration. It is an essential tool that enhances people's experience by providing a way to take the smoke from Salvia in a measured way, supporting them to take in the plant's energy in a mindful and controlled manner. With this pipe, people can safely access the plant's creative energies and harness the transformative benefits of Salvia.

Common misconceptions about Salvia include that it is dangerous and addictive. Christopher works with his clients to rebuff these misconceptions and educate them on the proper and informed use of Salvia, leading to beneficial outcomes that positively affect their mental and physical well-being.

Christopher's innovative and unique approach to working with Salvia continues to change the game, creating tailored, transformative experiences for individuals seeking mindful exploration and healing. His dedication to empowering people with this medicine is something to admire and emulate.

 

Please welcome Chris Solomon to The Mindfulness Experience Podcast.