Paul Austin's Psychedelic Insights: Microdosing, Transformative Leadership, & Intentional Growth
Dec 21, 2023
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In this discussion, Paul Austin, a leading advocate in the psychedelic space, shares insights from his platform 'Third Wave'. He delves into microdosing, describing its potential benefits for creativity and neuroplasticity, especially for leaders. Paul emphasizes the importance of clear intentions in harnessing psychedelics safely. He also highlights his training program in Costa Rica aimed at coaches and clinicians, revealing how psychedelics can foster profound personal and professional growth when approached mindfully.
Paul Austin emphasizes the significance of setting clear intentions when using psychedelics to enhance personal growth and focus.
The discussion highlights microdosing as a powerful tool for leaders to improve creativity, decision-making, and neuroplasticity in their professional lives.
Deep dives
Personal Journey and Transformation
The speaker shares his personal journey into the world of psychedelics, beginning with early experiences of cannabis and later progressing to LSD. They describe how these substances helped him confront guilt and shame rooted in a conservative upbringing, ultimately allowing for personal transformation and self-discovery. By working with psychedelics during his travels, he cultivated a deeper sense of connection and purpose, which eventually led to the establishment of Third Wave, a platform focused on educating about safe psychedelic experiences. This journey also shaped his relationship with his father, who underwent his own transformation through a psychedelic experience facilitated by the speaker.
The Role of Education in Shifting Perspectives
Education is emphasized as a crucial factor in changing public perceptions around psychedelics. The speaker notes that skepticism often stems from cultural conditioning and highlights the importance of sharing personal experiences to break down stigmas. They reference a survey indicating a significant percentage of Americans support legal psychedelic-assisted therapy, reflecting a shift in attitudes over recent years. By discussing the risks and benefits of psychedelics, the speaker encourages an informed approach to exploring these substances.
Psychedelics as Tools for Leadership and Creativity
The potential of psychedelics, particularly in microdosing, is highlighted as a way for leaders to enhance creativity and decision-making. Microdosing is described as a means to improve neuroplasticity, allowing individuals to adapt to changing circumstances and confront difficult decisions with less fear. The speaker notes that historical connections exist between psychedelics and technological innovation, suggesting that these substances can foster the creativity needed in today’s fast-paced world. This is illustrated by examples of executives seeking new approaches to leadership and collaboration.
The Importance of Intention in Psychedelic Experiences
Setting intention is deemed essential when engaging with psychedelics, whether on a microdose or higher dose level. The speaker explains that a clear intention helps maintain focus and facilitates a productive journey, while also providing grounding during challenging moments. They share anecdotal evidence suggesting that individuals often discover unexpected insights during their experiences, which emphasizes the value of intentionality in guiding the process. This focus allows for a more meaningful exploration of self and fosters personal growth alongside the use of psychedelics.
Episode #361: In this episode of the Let’s Go Win Podcast, we welcome Paul Austin, a leading figure in the psychedelic space, renowned for advocating safe and meaningful psychedelic experiences. He discusses his work, especially in the realm of microdosing and plant-based medicines. Paul, the founder of a platform called 'Third Wave', guides innovators and leaders on leveraging the potential of psychedelics for personal and professional growth. We explore Paul's personal journey into this field, the pros of microdosing for newcomers, and the remarkable impact of psychedelics on neuroplasticity and leadership skills. With a focus on intention, Paul expands on how to merge psychedelics with practices for better results. As a keynote, Paul shares his training program in Costa Rica for coaches and clinicians and emphasizes the transformational power of psychedelics when approached with care, clarity, and informed intention.
Timestamps
(00:00:00) Introduction: Paul Austin
(00:01:37) Paul Talks Microdosing
(00:02:24) Origin of Microdosing Trend
(00:12:48) Switch in Perspective: Ayahuasca
(00:13:53) Psychedelics for Executives
(00:19:58) Microdosing: What is it?
(00:27:58) Journaling & Microdosing
(00:34:57) Intentions in Microdosing
(00:36:38) Importance of Clear Intention
(00:39:35) Intention & Combining Modalities
(00:40:58) Queuing Questions
(00:41:40) The Key: Sovereignty
Bio: Paul F. Austin, a prominent figure in psychedelics, has guided millions to safe and meaningful psychedelic experiences through his work as the founder of Third Wave. Featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, and the BBC's Worklife, he pioneers the convergence of psychedelics, personal transformation, and professional success.
Paul empowers leaders, creatives, and pioneers to leverage psychedelics for profound personal and professional growth. Paul's expertise also extends to microdosing, a trend gaining momentum. He authored "Mastering Microdosing," a comprehensive guide that seamlessly blends research and anecdotes. It's a transformative resource for leaders, creatives, and healers.He views psychedelics as refined skills cultivated through mentorship, exploration, and purposeful use—critical for humanity's ongoing evolution.
As the longest-standing and youngest entrepreneur in this field, Paul's focus on merging psychedelics with professional development is evident in his transformative training program Psychedelic Coaching Institute The program caters to individuals who seek to integrate their psychedelic experiences into their business practices, all under the guidance of one of the industry’s most trusted leaders. Contact Paul: Website:http://paulaustin.co Website: https://thethirdwave.co Website: https://psychedeliccoaching.institute