The Why (Y) in Psychedelics is a course that delves into the motivations behind using psychedelics. The course is designed to help participants understand the role of intention in creating optimal environments for psychedelic experiences, as well as to examine various “why archetypes” and their utilization of psychedelics. The course will also explore the psychology of ritual and its intersection with psychedelics, and will teach participants how to use ritual to bring intention into an experience to influence set and setting. Additionally, the course will give participants an opportunity to create an individual intention statement and discuss personal applications of ritual.