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Awareness Explorers

161: Paul Austin, Guest Explorer

May 24, 2024
Paul Austin, expert in microdosing psychedelics, explores benefits of microdosing for productivity, creativity, and spiritual growth. Discusses non-dual awareness, psychedelic therapy training, parallels between surfing and psychedelics, and guided meditation for mindfulness. Explores shared energy in guided meditations and the importance of openness and skepticism.
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  • Microdosing offers therapeutic benefits for managing conditions like depression and anxiety without traditional medication side effects.
  • Microdosing serves as a bridge between ancient indigenous practices and modern Western approaches to psychedelics, fostering a more balanced cultural engagement.

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Microdosing and Its Therapeutic Benefits

Microdosing provides therapeutic benefits by offering a low-dose approach to psychedelics, with potential advantages for individuals seeking relief from conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Swapping traditional antidepressants for microdosing can help individuals manage symptoms while avoiding common medication side effects. Additionally, microdosing aids in energy, mood enhancement, and fear response regulation, empowering individuals to make positive choices for personal growth.

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