
Welcome to Projekt 180: Psychological Alchemy. This podcast is about transformation, not the polished and performative kind sold by wellness culture, but the real thing. The kind forged in grief, trauma, shadow work, meditation, relationships, addiction, heartbreak, nervous system healing, and radical honesty. Here, we explore the intersection of psychology, mindfulness, Buddhism, trauma recovery, attachment, and the deeply human process of becoming. Together we’ll talk about: Meditation and contemplative practice Nervous system regulation and neuroception Attachment wounds Shadow work and psychological integration Addiction and recovery Meaning, suffering, death, and rebirth Masculinity, vulnerability, and awakening The Dharma as lived experience, not abstract philosophy This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about burning away what was never truly you to begin with. In ancient alchemy, practitioners sought to turn lead into gold. Psychological alchemy asks a different question: Can suffering become wisdom? Can trauma become compassion? Can awareness transform the life we’ve been unconsciously living? This is Projekt 180. A turning toward. A radical reorientation. If you’re ready to stop avoiding... if you’re exhausted from living disconnected from your own experience… if you’re searching for something deeper than self-help clichés and spiritual performance, you’re in the right place. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute psychotherapy, counseling, medical advice, or a therapeutic relationship. projekt180.substack.com