Yan Katz: Transforming Burnout into Brotherhood
Episode Overview
Yan Katz shares his journey from high-pressure careers to becoming a psychotherapist. Explores the impact of psychedelics like Ibogaine on personal growth. Discusses societal expectations around masculinity and success. Highlights the importance of preparation and integration in psychedelic healing. Emphasises the role of community in fostering deep connections.
The medicine will show us the door, but it's up to us to walk through it.
Ever wondered what it takes to redefine masculinity and success? Yan Katz, a clinical counsellor and coach at Beond, shares his transformative journey from burnout in high-pressure industries to finding purpose through psychedelics, especially Ibogaine. Yan's story is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the importance of preparation and integration in psychedelic healing.
From finance to music, Yan's career path was marked by intense pressure and disconnection, but his experiences with psychedelics helped him reconnect with his authentic self. He delves into the societal expectations around masculinity, the challenges of high-stress environments, and how these experiences shaped his understanding of success. Through Ibogaine, Yan found clarity and a new sense of purpose, which led him to embrace a career in psychotherapy and men's work facilitation.
The episode explores the profound impact of psychedelics on personal growth, somatic awareness, and the importance of community in healing. Yan's insights are both personal and universal, offering listeners a chance to reflect on their own journeys and the role of psychedelics in fostering deep connections and personal transformation. As Yan shares, sometimes the most significant changes come from embracing vulnerability and redefining what it means to be successful.
If you're curious about how psychedelics can aid in personal growth or seeking inspiration from someone who has faced the challenges head-on, this episode is for you.