Marlene Rupp, co-founder of the Psychedelic Society Vienna, invites us to explore one of the most misunderstood obstacles in personal growth and healing: spiritual bypassing. 

Psychedelics and spiritual practises can be powerful tools for transformation. But hey can also become ways to avoid confronting our painful emotions.

Marlene will talk about the traps we can fall into when we use spirituality to sidestep genuine healing.

Drawing on her experience from working as a psychotherapist, she will help us recognize these patterns to  understand how true healing requires us to meet our shadows with honesty and compassion.

After the talk you can join our moderated group discussion, offering space to reflect on our own experiences.

🧭 Doors open: 18:00 // Start: 18:30

🎟️ Entry 5€* (Members free; become a member: https://ko-fi.com/psychedelicsocietyvienna) *if money is the only reason you can not come, reach out & we’ll find a way.

💰Donations welcome // Cash only

📍Sagedergasse 18, 1120 Vienna (Entry between Billa and Bipa) (not barrier-free)

// About Marlene Rupp

Marlene Rupp is a psychotherapist in training under supervision, counselor, and coach based in Vienna,

and has accompanied individuals through peak experiences for many years. 

She is co-founder of the Psychedelic Society Vienna and the harm reduction organization PsyCare Austria. 

Since 2017, Marlene has published numerous scientific articles, spoken as an initiative leader at conferences and events, and served as a media expert on psychedelic-assisted therapy. 

She has been featured in prominent Austrian media including Ö1, has given guest lectures at the Medical University of Vienna, 

and lead integration circles to support individuals in processing transformative experiences.

Read more about Marlene at https://peakexperience.at and https://praxisrupp.at/

// Disclaimer

We do not provide any illegal substances, nor do we allow for the distribution or consumption at our events. Please keep that in mind to support us. 

Our only concern is to provide high-quality information and safety guidelines about psychedelic substances.