A guide to holding space for trip sitting with compassion and intention

Holding space is a trip sitting practice focused on compassionate support, clear intention, and creating psychological safety for the person having an experience. The guide emphasizes key behaviors for sitters, such as calm and respectful presence, setting expectations, and staying attentive to the sitter's needs and boundaries. It also frames compassion and intention as practical tools for helping someone feel grounded rather than judged. It situates trip sitting as part of a wider support and integration culture, encouraging participants to approach psychedelic experiences responsibly and to prioritize harm reduction through preparation, communication, and respectful care.