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. Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Manukora: Discover the benefits of premium Manuka honey with Manukora at http://manukora.pxf.io/kO0rJN. Young Goose: Get 10% off your first order with code NAT10 at https://www.younggoose.com/?sca_ref=4464009.kEvuKfs1CO and save on future orders with code 5NAT at https://www.younggoose.com/?sca_ref=1194545.1x50tznxez. BEAM Minerals: Go to https://www.beamminerals.com code NAT20 to get 20% off your order Find more from Paul Austin: Website: https://thethirdwave.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdwaveishere Twitter: https://twitter.com/thirdwaveishere Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulaustin3w/?hl=en Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ Join Nat's Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community Sign up for Nats Newsletter: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/i7d5m0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/ Website: www.NatNiddam.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance 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