#21 - From Grief to Growth: How Psychedelics Shape Consciousness and Life - Niko Skievaski

In this episode, we speak with Niko Skievaski — co-founder and CEO of Althea, a company building systems to make psychedelic therapy safe, accessible, and fully integrated into mental health care.

Niko shares how mushrooms influenced both personal healing and major life choices — including the decision to step away from entrepreneurial success in pursuit of deeper meaning. Together, we explore the role of psilocybin in easing grief, breaking thought patterns, and expanding consciousness.

We also dive into the broader picture: the intersection of psychedelics, spirituality, and science, from the “stoned ape theory” and ancient traditions to today’s FDA trials and state-level healing centers. Most importantly, Niko explains why preparation and integration are just as vital as the psychedelic journey itself when it comes to lasting transformation.

Follow Niko on LinkedIn where he's active: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skievaski/

Connect with his work: https://withalthea.com/

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