WHY MICRODOSING IS ACTUALLY MEDITATION
#482: WHY MICRODOSING IS ACTUALLY MEDIATION
Microdosing 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 Mastering Microdosing, 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.
TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW:
00:00 Microdosing: Most People Are Doing It Wrong
03:51 What Is Microdosing? Macro vs Micro Explained
09:14 Tolerance Windows and Neuroplasticity (BDNF)
11:38 Why Clinical Research on Microdosing Failed
19:03 LSD, Psilocybin, Wachuma: Three Core Medicines
26:15 LSD Semi-Synthetic vs Natural: The Difference
29:28 Why MDMA Microdosing Is Dangerous
37:05 Parts Work, Somatic Therapy, and Relational Healing
45:06 Community Over Pills: A Spiritual Model
46:08 The Real Downsides: Legality and Dependence
47:52 Three Critical Rules for Safe Microdosing
51:43 Finding Clean Sources and Golden Rule
53:19 Connect with Paul: Resources and Training Programs
54:39 Closing and Final Thoughts
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LEARN MORE ABOUT PAUL AUSTIN
Founder, Third Wave: thethirdwave.co
Author, Mastering Microdosing: How to Use Subperceptual Psychedelics to Heal Trauma, Improve Performance, and Transform Your Life
Psychedelic Coaching Institute: psychedeliccoaching.institute
Social Media: @paulaustin (LinkedIn, X, Instagram)
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