Join us as we dive deep into Mikey McKim's transformative journey from a life filled with trauma to one of healing and self-discovery. A veteran, Mikey, shares how a charity's support allowed him to travel to Mexico for life-changing ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT treatments. Hear his raw and honest account of overcoming childhood abuse, a 20-year battle with functional alcoholism, and the struggle to suppress emotions.
In this episode, Mikey opens up about:
The profound impact of psychedelic therapy on his mental health and well-being.
His experiences as an unwanted child, facing physical and sexual abuse.
The challenges of being a functioning alcoholic and the path to sobriety.
The power of truly feeling emotions and the journey towards emotional healing.
Insights into the healing potential of psychedelics like psilocybin.
Mikey's story is a testament to the power of vulnerability, the importance of mental health, and the incredible potential of psychedelic medicine. Tune in for an inspiring tale of resilience, recovery, and hope.
Key Highlights:
[12:00] Discussing childhood trauma and abuse
[17:00] Insights on ego death and suppressing emotions
[25:00] Emphasizing the importance of getting better at feeling
[43:00] The decision to share his story to help others
[55:00] The ambassador work and its impact on policy and advocacy
[1:28] Final thoughts on mindset shifts and the journey of healing
Explicit Content Advisory: This episode contains explicit language and discusses sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised.
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