Ep. 195 Psychedelics Reimagined: A New Path for Midlife Transformation with Paul Austin

In this episode of the Not Your Mother's Menopause Podcast, Dr. Fiona Lovely engages in a fascinating conversation with Paul Austin, a leading voice in the responsible use of psychedelics for personal and professional growth. This discussion moves far beyond the stereotypes to explore how these powerful tools can serve as catalysts for profound change, especially for women navigating the complexities of midlife. Dr. Lovely and Paul delve into the foundational concept of microdosing, explaining what it is and how a structured protocol can gently enhance neuroplasticity, improve mood, and increase energy without any intoxicating effects. Paul clarifies the distinct characteristics of different psychedelics, like psilocybin and LSD, and offers practical, sage advice on how to begin this journey safely and intentionally. The conversation also touches on the critical importance of "set and setting," the essential role of skilled facilitation, and how these substances can help to soften the rigid patterns of thinking that often hold us back. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or curious about alternative paths to mental and emotional wellness, this episode offers a fresh, educational, and hopeful perspective on a topic that is rapidly evolving in our modern world. 🔗 Connect with Paul Austin: https://thethirdwave.co/ https://psychedeliccoaching.institute/ https://www.paulaustin.co/ Thank you to our sponsors for this episode: ✨Did you know that estrogen actually helps to protect our heart? When estrogen starts to diminish as we head to menopause, we have more oxidative stress on our arteries. Thankfully, MitoQ has a special anti-oxidant Mitoquinol that boosts our mitochondria and limits that stress. You can check it out at MitoQ.com. Use LOVELY10 for 10% off your first order. 💙🌿 BEAM Minerals to help with stress related depletion - this is your 2025 pro-health move! Did you know that chronic stress can zap your energy and your minerals? You FEEL better quickly, with this easy to take supplement - replenishing all lost minerals. Give BEAM a try - beamminerals.com and use the code LOVELY for 20% off your first order! If you are finding gut changes to be happening and not in the best way, you are not alone. Women experiencing perimenopause often find these issues to be part of their daily lives. There is support out there! LVLUP Health offers a comprehensive peptide formulation that can repair your gut beyond what a probiotic does. Dr. Fiona Lovely is a longevity, health and wellness expert with specialties in menopause medicine, functional neurology and functional medicine. She is speaking to the topics of women's health around perimenopause and menopause. How to work with Dr. Lovely: We get many requests for this info, so here it is! First off, thank you for listening to the NYMM podcast. It's because of your support, we can continue to dispense this information.❤️ Follow Dr. Lovely on IG and TikTok: @drfionalovely Follow the podcast on Facebook: www.facebook.com/@notyourmothersmenopausepodcast There are resources available on our website: www.drlovely.com Please sign up for our newsletter - Fiona's Friday Favourites! This is where we make the first announcements, share course offerings, drop new episodes, blog posts and the coveted 'Fiona's Favourites' column, etc. drlovely.com Finally, a humble request: If you love the podcast, please leave us a review! Thank you! 💕🤗 Partnerships by Category3 Media Group