{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64e91649bd2b550010b110fe/6a05c4dcefd1f558b01e6406?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Why Microdosing Is Actually Meditation | Paul Austin","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64e91649bd2b550010b110fe/1778762766008-0b16ffb2-1a18-484a-95f0-5c1d23de2c77.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>\tMicrodosing is everywhere right now, but most people are doing it completely wrong. In this conversation with Paul Austin, founder of Third Wave and author of <em>Mastering Microdosing</em>, we dive deep into why the sub-perceptual model everyone talks about misses the mark, how microdosing differs fundamentally from meditation (and why that matters), and what the latest clinical research actually shows. We explore the overlooked power of intention, the neuroscience of the 5-HT2A receptor, and why Albert Hoffman may have been onto something for those final 30 years of his life. If you're curious about psychedelics but don't know where to start, or if you're already exploring this space, this episode cuts through the noise.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong>00:00 Microdosing: Most People Are Doing It Wrong</p><p>03:51 What Is Microdosing? Macro vs Micro Explained</p><p>09:14 Tolerance Windows and Neuroplasticity (BDNF)</p><p>11:38 Why Clinical Research on Microdosing Failed</p><p>19:03 LSD, Psilocybin, Wachuma: Three Core Medicines</p><p>26:15 LSD Semi-Synthetic vs Natural: The Difference</p><p>29:28 Why MDMA Microdosing Is Dangerous</p><p>37:05 Parts Work, Somatic Therapy, and Relational Healing</p><p>45:06 Community Over Pills: A Spiritual Model</p><p>46:08 The Real Downsides: Legality and Dependence</p><p>47:52 Three Critical Rules for Safe Microdosing</p><p>51:43 Finding Clean Sources and Golden Rule</p><p>53:19 Connect with Paul: Resources and Training Programs</p><p>54:39 Closing and Final Thoughts</p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>LEARN MORE ABOUT Paul Austin</strong></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Founder, Third Wave: thethirdwave.co</strong></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Author, <em>Mastering Microdosing: How to Use Subperceptual Psychedelics to Heal Trauma, Improve Performance, and Transform Your Life</em></strong></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Psychedelic Coaching Institute: psychedeliccoaching.institute</strong></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Social Media: @paulaustin (LinkedIn, X, Instagram)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>JOIN MY COMMUNITY</strong></p><p>\t<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>\t<strong>In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. 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