John Robertson

John Robertson is a psychedelic explorer, activist, and guide. His work focuses on access, empowerment, and community, and his mission is to spread the wondrous gifts of psychedelics by helping people learn how to use them with a DIY ethic.


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Guides

John Robertson discusses the "nada experience," a situation where psychedelics produce no noticeable effects, which can occur for various biological, psychologi

The 'Nada' Experience: When the Psychedelic Doesn't Work (Part 1)

John Robertson discusses the "nada experience," a situation where psychedelics produce no noticeable effects, which can occur for various biological, psychologi
John Robertson - 12/10/2025
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Guides

John Robertson introduces Stan Grof's nine activities as tools to support the process of integration - how we make sense of psychedelic experiences and apply th

Stan Grof's 9 Activities for Psychedelic Integration

John Robertson introduces Stan Grof's nine activities as tools to support the process of integration - how we make sense of psychedelic experiences and apply th
John Robertson - 10/16/2025
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Opinion

John Robertson argues that AI's lack of human traits - such as emotion, ego, or fatigue - may actually make it a uniquely valuable and steady presence for psych

Why Some People Prefer AI to Humans for Trip Sitting

John Robertson argues that AI's lack of human traits - such as emotion, ego, or fatigue - may actually make it a uniquely valuable and steady presence for psych
John Robertson - 09/25/2025
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Opinion

John Robertson explores the emerging use of AI as psychedelic trip sitters, looking at practical possibilities and the implications this technology could have f

What Can AI Actually Do as a Trip Sitter

John Robertson explores the emerging use of AI as psychedelic trip sitters, looking at practical possibilities and the implications this technology could have f
John Robertson - 09/19/2025
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Science

A study suggests that psychedelics taken at raves can significantly reduce trauma symptoms and shame, highlighting alternative, community-based paths to healing

The Therapeutic Potential of Tripping at Raves and Festivals

A study suggests that psychedelics taken at raves can significantly reduce trauma symptoms and shame, highlighting alternative, community-based paths to healing
John Robertson - 07/14/2025
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Guides

In part 2 of this comprehensive guide for first-time psychedelic explorers, John Robertson addresses important aspects of safe psychedelic use, such as sourcing

First Steps to Psychedelics: Part 2

In part 2 of this comprehensive guide for first-time psychedelic explorers, John Robertson addresses important aspects of safe psychedelic use, such as sourcing
John Robertson - 06/09/2025
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Guides

In part 1 of this comprehensive guide for first-time psychedelic explorers, John Robertson lays the foundations. He describes the importance of setting intentio

First Steps to Psychedelics: Part 1

In part 1 of this comprehensive guide for first-time psychedelic explorers, John Robertson lays the foundations. He describes the importance of setting intentio
John Robertson - 06/05/2025
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Guides

Anxious about your trip? Discover game-changing tips to crush journey jitters and stay grounded during your psychedelic experience!

Psychedelic Anxiety: Practical Techniques for Calm and Clarity

Anxious about your trip? Discover game-changing tips to crush journey jitters and stay grounded during your psychedelic experience!
John Robertson - 01/06/2025