Christopher Faion

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@cajundiscordian I haven't followed what happened to you or your work since the 2022 situation, and I'm curious about how your views have evolved since then. Would you consider making a summary post, or have you already made one and I just can't find it?

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@SeanKiernan_WFW @ShaneTHazel @michaelpollan To my knowledge, no single organization holds a monopoly over certification to become a psychedelic guide. MAPS and Lykos are reputable, but various universities, for example, are beginning to offer programs and certifications as well.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@SeanKiernan_WFW @ShaneTHazel @michaelpollan It's also worth noting that a person's first journey is the most important time to have a guide. After learning how to navigate that experience a sitter should suffice.

As for MDMA, that's a completely different creature compared to psilocybin. (2/2)

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@SeanKiernan_WFW @ShaneTHazel @michaelpollan Cost as a barrier is absolutely a real, person-to-person issue. Nevertheless, there's a chasm of difference between having and not having a trained guide present. (1/2)

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@SeanKiernan_WFW @ShaneTHazel @michaelpollan Facing difficult memories, teachings, etc is one thing, and is absolutely an important part of the journey. However, not everyone is equipped to deal with these things on their own.

As for "alone time", there's a difference between introspection and nobody being there for you.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@SeanKiernan_WFW @ShaneTHazel @michaelpollan Pursuing a powerful psychedelic journey without a guide is risky. While some might have a positive outcome, many will find the experience overwhelming or distressing and won't have anyone present who knows how to properly navigate the situation. Better to be safe. (2/2)

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@SeanKiernan_WFW @ShaneTHazel @michaelpollan Shamans have overseen ceremonies involving natural psychedelic substances for millennia. Today's non-shaman guides are a take on the traditional role, with some of the protocols followed being an adaptation of certain shamanic healing methods. (1/2)

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@TinaYazdani Ford wants the Science Centre to go and be moved to Ontario Place no matter what. The structural issues were "discovered" at a very convenient time and now the government is running with the "health and safety of the public" shtick.

This situation is as transparent as glass.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@ColinDMello Refusing to give funding to fix structural concerns that had been mentioned for years, all while hyping up the relocation of the Science Centre to Ontario Place is the perfect self-fulfilling prophecy.

This is very underhanded, even by the current government's standards.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@UTwidder @iWomansplainer The Bible is not a science textbook. It makes very few comments on the technical workings of the world. Many passages cannot be taken literally in today's context, given the language conventions of when it was written and the purpose this writing style served.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@EfilVenky73 @ShawnaF72912693 @danielhayward @fprevost @InclusionCA I'm sorry for whatever has caused you to hold these views, but this is not the way forward.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@EfilVenky73 @ShawnaF72912693 @danielhayward @fprevost @InclusionCA "Because people like you"

What tremendous power do you think I wield and am not putting to good use where I can fix an entire country's healthcare system?

Also, I'll take my "useless optimism" every time over absolute pessimism.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@EfilVenky73 @ShawnaF72912693 @danielhayward @fprevost @InclusionCA What kind of backwards logic is this? Improve mental health services!

You don't skip to the last resort — not that this should even be considered — before having exhausted every other possible option.

[Inclusion Canada @InclusionCA]

We're saying no to the expansion of #MAiD for mental illness. AMAD's report is out recommending indefinite delay. Govn't agrees more time is needed. We need a full repeal of the sunset clause & end to harmful effects of MAiD on people with disabilities.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@TorontoStar There is no reality where this morally bankrupt plan coming to fruition will not be exploited and lead to major, irreversible harm. I'm genuinely sickened it's even gotten this far.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@CityNewsTO @MelNakhavoly The entire High Park Movement Strategy was rushed to get the outcome that those who put it together intended. It did not properly consider everyone using the park and all the factors involved and alienated a significant portion of parkgoers.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@MattA_RPP @valleylily56 @CBCToronto Except this isn't just about fewer cars. The plan is to eventually ban all vehicles in the entire park. I wonder what the demographics of parkgoers will be then...

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@MattA_RPP @valleylily56 @CBCToronto Then allow people with handicap permits into the park during Sakura season. Give them a chance to also see the trees.

[Christopher Faion @Chris_Faion]

@herbivore0 @trainguy89 I bike through High Park several times per week during the warmer months and walk several times per week during all times of the year, have never had a problem with a vehicle, but have had countless angry "professional cyclists" yell at me for any reason they can come up with.