About the Author

Roger Walsh came from Australia as a Fulbright Scholar to the United States, where he is professor of psychiatry, philosophy, and anthropology, and adjunct professor of religious studies at the University of California at Irvine. His writings and research have received over two dozen national and international awards and honors, while his teaching has received one national and six university awards. His publications include Paths Beyond Ego: The Transpersonal Vision, Higher Wisdom: Eminent Elders Explore the Continuing Impact of Psychedelics, and Essential Spirituality: The Seven Central Practices.