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Beneath The Helmet Show - Firefighter Wellness & Mental Health (mind-body-spirit)

Myke Cole's Path from Warrior to Firefighter

Mar 12, 2024
Former warrior turned firefighter Myke Cole shares his journey from PTSD to mindfulness, highlighting the role of psychedelics in his recovery. He discusses the impact of Buddhism, social media on mental health, and inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita. Cole's candid reflections on resilience and wellness motivate listeners in their pursuit of balance and healing.
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  • Psychedelics played a pivotal role in Myke Cole's PTSD recovery and transformation journey.
  • Buddhism provided Mike Cole with tools to cultivate mindfulness, presence, and a new perspective on life.

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Impact of Psychedelics on PTSD and Transformation

The podcast discusses how psychedelics helped a former law enforcement officer, military drone operator, and volunteer firefighter, Mike Cole, survive and thrive through his PTSD journey. By using MDMA to dampen the fight-or-flight mechanism of the brain and psilocybin to activate the prefrontal cortex, Mike experienced profound shifts in perception and began to see the world and himself differently. The use of psychedelics served as a catalyst for his transformation, leading to a significant reevaluation of his identity and purpose.

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