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#615: Dr. Andrew Weil — The 4-7-8 Breath Method, Cannabis, The Uses of Coca Leaf, Rehabilitating Demonized Plants, Kava for Anxiety, Lessons from Wade Davis, The Psychedelic Renaissance, How to Emerge from Depression, Tales from 50+ Visits to Japan, Matcha Benefits, and More

The Tim Ferriss Show

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Breathing, Plants, and Perceptions

In this chapter, the 4-7-8 breathing technique is introduced as a valuable tool for stress management, alongside a dialogue about the speaker's evolving relationship with cannabis and other substances. The conversation expands to include the rehabilitative potential of the coca leaf and the cultural significance of various plants like kava and kratom, as well as ongoing efforts to legalize and educate the public about these underappreciated plants. Through personal anecdotes and discussions of Indigenous practices, the chapter emphasizes a more nuanced understanding of psychoactive substances and their benefits.

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