Practicing a mindful approach to psychedelic use is an important first step to take. In this episode, Blake Rupert, a practicing Buddhist, shares with us his experiences related to the use of psychedelics and his practice of mindfulness. Blake has a practical protocol he uses to become more mindful in his use of psychedelics. This episode includes important considerations for psychedelic first-timers so you can have a safe and considerate experience. Learn more as Blake shares with us deeper wisdom and what to know before taking psychedelics. ❂ About our special guest: Blake Rupert is a photographer, practicing buddhist, mentor, author, and podcast host. He has a bachelors in Psychology and Philosophy from Dalhousie. You can check out his podcast "Rupert Radio", where he talks about Psychedelic Buddhism here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ee/podcast/rupert-radio/id1542731830 (https://podcasts.apple.com/ee/podcast/rupert-radio/id1542731830) Guest’s website: http://www.blakerupert.com (www.blakerupert.com)  🎙 About the Podcast - Today Dreamer  Today Dreamer hosts conversations to help individuals cultivate their practice of presence. The intention is to provide an inspirational space for integrating dreaming and doing into being. Check out our website for show notes and mentoring programs: https://todaydreamer.com (https://todaydreamer.com) 🎧 Listen for free on your favourite Podcast platform - search "Today Dreamer" on your podcast app, or click these links Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/today-dreamer/id1460017520 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7nIF12acmAES3SLffBWfSk (https://open.spotify.com/show/7nIF12acmAES3SLffBWfSk) YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/todaydreamer 👬 Who I am? Michael Barticel (host of Today Dreamer) is a podcast host, sacred space holder, meditation teacher and videographer from Melbourne, Australia. If you’re interested in working with Michael one-on-one feel free to check out the website for more information: https://www.todaydreamer.com/workwithme Michael's Instagram - https://instagram.com/today.dreamer Leave me a Review  If you enjoy the podcast, I’d love for you to leave us a review on iTunes. This helps other people discover the show - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/today-dreamer/id1460017520 (https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/today-dreamer/id1460017520)