Episode #295:Paul Austin: Navigating the Psychedelic Landscape: Performance, Therapy, and Lifestyle

Will Microdosing Enhance Your Personal and Professional Growth?

In this episode of the Longevity podcast, I am joined by Paul Austin, a leading expert on microdosing and psychedelics to discuss the world of performance enhancement, neuroplasticity, and how both psilocybin and LSD can play unique roles in personal growth and mental health. We also discuss the broader implications of psychedelic use and the promising research surrounding their therapeutic potential.

Paul Austin is a visionary entrepreneur and a leading voice in the realm of psychedelic education and microdosing. As the founder of the educational platform Third Wave, Paul has been dedicated to exploring the burgeoning frontier of psychedelics to enhance cognitive performance, mental health, and overall well-being. Paul continues to push the boundaries of what's possible through mindful and informed psychedelic use and is truly at the forefront of reimagining how we approach mental and emotional wellness in the 21st century.

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What We Discuss:

00:24 Paul's Journey to Portugal

03:14 Early Life and First Encounters with Cannabis

04:44 Exploring Psychedelics and Their Impact

07:00 The Birth of Third Wave

10:05 The Resurgence of Psychedelic Research

14:44 Understanding Different Psychedelics

22:02 Microdosing: Benefits and Practices

30:43 Microdosing LSD for Enhanced Focus and Creativity

31:58 Comparing LSD and Psilocybin: Effects and Uses

33:35 Combining Psilocybin with Other Supplements

34:41 The Stamets Stack: A Powerful Combination

38:21 Microdosing Protocols and Personal Experiences

41:45 Psychedelics and Neurodegenerative Diseases

51:51 Microdosing for Chronic Diseases and Mental Health

57:37 Resources and Programs for Psychedelic Coaching

Key Takeaways:

• Microdosing with psychedelics like psilocybin mushrooms and LSD for enhancing neuroplasticity, improving focus, creativity, and emotional well-being.
• There is anecdotal and emerging research evidence that psychedelics might help with chronic conditions like Lyme disease, long COVID, and mold toxicity
• Psilocybin is valuable for emotional processing and therapy, while MDMA is on the cusp of FDA approval for treating PTSD