#123 Unlocking Wellness: A Journey with Peggy Van de Plassche

In the latest installment of "Mental Health Today" hosted by Ken Stearns, listeners are treated to a thought-provoking conversation with Peggy Van de Plassche, a trailblazer in the realm of mental health and holistic wellness. Peggy's journey from a successful career in finance to becoming a passionate advocate for alternative medicine and psychedelics is nothing short of inspiring. As Ken sets the stage, reflecting on his recent travels and encounters with individuals sharing their intimate life stories, the conversation seamlessly transitions into Peggy's narrative.

With over two decades of experience in the financial services and technology industries, Peggy's pivot towards psychedelics and the creation of The Microdose Diet is a testament to her unwavering commitment to personal growth and wellness. Opening up about her struggles with stress, anxiety, PTSD, and depression during the pandemic, Peggy reveals how her exploration of microdosing psilocybin became a catalyst for profound transformation in her life. Drawing from her own experiences, Peggy shares how combining microdosing with practices like tapping meditation, journaling, and visualization helped her enhance performance and cultivate a deeper sense of well-being.

Throughout the episode, Peggy and Ken delve into the societal stigma surrounding mental health and the shortcomings of traditional treatment approaches. With candor and conviction, Peggy advocates for greater access to psychedelic therapies and emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in mental health care. She highlights the potential of psychedelics to address underlying psychological issues and foster profound healing experiences, challenging listeners to reconsider their preconceptions and embrace alternative modalities for mental wellness.

As the conversation unfolds, Peggy and Ken explore the intersection of mental and physical health, underscoring the importance of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and stress management in achieving holistic well-being. Peggy's insights into the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit resonate deeply with listeners, inspiring them to take proactive steps towards cultivating resilience and vitality in their own lives. Through her work with The Microdose Diet and advocacy for psychedelic therapy, Peggy continues to empower individuals to reclaim agency over their mental health journey and pursue paths of self-discovery and transformation.

In closing, Ken and Peggy reflect on the potential of psychedelics to revolutionize mental health care and envision a future where these therapies are integrated into mainstream treatment protocols. With her forthcoming book, "MORE! The Microdose Diet - the 90 Day Plan for Success and Happiness," Peggy aims to share her wisdom and insights with a wider audience, guiding readers on a transformative journey towards greater fulfillment and well-being. As the episode concludes, listeners are left with a renewed sense of hope and possibility, inspired to explore new avenues of healing and growth on their own paths to mental wellness.

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