Patrick McConnell

Patrick McConnell is a freelance writer, circling facilitator, psychedelic integrator and life coach. 

His work is inspired by nature, meditation, yoga, breathwork, psychedelics, and community. But no matter where life takes him, he always comes back to the study of plants — how to grow, consume, and learn from them.

Patrick spent his 20s working as a professional treeplanter reforesting Canada’s remotest regions. He eventually left forestry to study permaculture and regenerative agriculture, going on to work in orchards, organic farms, edible landscapes, and the cannabis industry. 

From esoteric biodynamic to automated hydroponics and shamanic legends to modern neuroscience, Patrick is constantly refining a holistic view of how we can interact with the natural world.

Patrick now lives in the Sacred Valley of Peru, where he studies and writes about psychedelics and plant medicine while facilitating group work and coaching individuals.

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Whether or not ketamine is psychedelic is up for debate, and some longstanding classification systems may no longer fit the modern renaissance.

Ketamine makes some people feel better quickly, but it’s important to understand that the long-term effects depend on how ketamine is used.

Is microdosing ketamine legit? Find out how to do it and the risks involved while we explore the existing research on very low-dose ketamine.

Ketamine has been used for over fifty years and comes from many different legal and illegal sources around the world. 

Ketamine is a safe and effective treatment for a variety of mental health issues — but here’s a list of conditions that could make ketamine therapy dangerous.

Ketamine can cause an overdose, particularly when combined with other substances. If you think someone in your care may be overdosing, call emergency services immediately.

Ketamine can show up on drug tests, but it's not included in standard drug panels. How long does it stay in your system, and can you speed up the process?

Ketamine infusions cost hundreds of dollars and are not typically covered by insurance. Here are the tricks to navigating the expenses.

Chewing coca is a social, sacred, and practical South American tradition. Find out why it’s used and a few of the best ways to do it.