Today’s episode features my illuminating conversation with Jason Gold, personal coach and psychedelics expert. We explore the therapeutic potential of psilocybin—not just as a healing modality, but as a meaningful alternative to more addictive recreational substances like cannabis and alcohol. Jason offers grounded wisdom on the importance of integration, intention, and nervous system regulation, emphasizing how set and setting shape our experiences. 

We also dive into the misunderstood value of a “bad trip,” reframing it as an invitation to confront what’s rising to be healed. Jason shares his perspective on microdosing and gentler dosing as sustainable pathways to transformation, challenging the cultural overemphasis on macro doses. Our conversation also touches on ayahuasca, including Jason’s belief that this powerful plant medicine must “call” you—and that the real healing happens not during the ceremony, but in the long-term follow-through. 

Whether you’re psychedelic-curious or well-traveled, this episode is a reminder that struggle, when approached with intention and support, can be a portal to profound growth. 

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