The AWE Factor in PAT

AWE, or awe-inspiring experience, refers to experiences characterized by feelings of amazement, reverence, and wonder.  AWE is considered an important concept in psychedelic psychotherapy, with many individuals undergoing treatment reporting experiencing profound feelings of AWE.

In the context of psychedelic psychotherapy, AWE can play a role in the therapeutic process by providing individuals with a new perspective on their problems and the world around them. During an AWE-inspiring experience, individuals may feel a sense of interconnectedness and see their problems from a new and broader perspective. This can help to reduce feelings of distress and depression and can increase feelings of hope, happiness, and meaning.

Furthermore, AWE can also promote long-term changes in the brain, leading to more permanent changes in thoughts and behaviours. By increasing feelings of interconnectedness, experiencing AWE can help individuals to feel more connected to the world and to other people, leading to a greater sense of empathy and compassion.