Spiritual Teachers, Guides & Facilitatiors: The Complex Student-Teacher Dynamic

REGISTER ON OUR WEBSITE to attend this event on Zoom: https://psychedelicadvocacy.org/event/spiritual-teachers-guides-facilitatiors-the-complex-student-teacher-dynamic/ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information and a link to join the meeting.

We warmly invite you to join us for a thoughtful evening with Matthew Immergut, co-author of The Mind Illuminated, who will open our time together with a short presentation exploring the complex dynamics that can arise in relationships with spiritual teachers, guides, and facilitators.

Many in our community have had powerful, transpersonal experiences and often form deep, meaningful connections with those who hold space for their growth. These relationships can be transformative—and sometimes, challenging. Together, we’ll explore themes such as projection, trust, boundaries, and the rich learning that can unfold within these dynamics.

After Matthew’s talk, we’ll open up for a community Q&A and shared dialogue. This will be a space to reflect, ask questions, and engage in open-hearted conversations about how to navigate these relationships with clarity, care, and grounded awareness—especially for those who are newer to or still finding their footing on the spiritual path.

Please bring your curiosity, questions, and lived experiences.
Let’s learn and grow together.

Matthew Immergut, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Purchase College, SUNY. He teaches courses on meditation, happiness, social theory, and new religious movements. In addition to his academic work, Matthew is the co-author of the best-selling meditation guide The Mind Illuminated: A Complete Meditation Guide Integrating Buddhist Wisdom and Brain Science.

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