Austin West | Heightening Awareness Through Microdosing Nutraceuticals
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Microdosing Nutraceuticals with Austin West
Intro summary
Microdosing nutraceuticals pair plant medicine with targeted herbs and compounds to heighten awareness. On this Integrative Thoughts episode, Austin West (Entheos Holistics) joins Matthew Coffman on leaving finance-cycle numbing, emotional presence, men’s work, integration, and innovative microdose approaches.
Guest: Austin West — Entheos Holistics · psychedelic medicine practitioner & coach Host: Matthew Coffman · Integrative Thoughts Listen time: ~1 hr 47 min
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Who this episode is for
Men exploring emotional capacity, freedom, and purpose
Listeners curious about microdosing + nutraceutical stacks
People leaving pharmaceutical / stimulant-numbing cycles (educational framing)
Biohackers interested in integration and neuroplasticity windows
What you'll learn
Austin’s path from finance into psychedelic coaching and Entheos
Microdosing for emotional awareness and daily presence
Mirror principle and men’s containers / retreats
Higher-dose safety, “bad trips,” and integration
Spiritual narcissism risks and innovative microdose approaches
Meet the guest
Austin West founded Entheos Holistics and coaches men through psychedelic-assisted frameworks for truth and purpose. Explore: iamaustinwest.com · entheosholistics.com
Timestamped chapters
Timestamps aligned to published Apple/Spotify audio (Riverside + 399s / 6:39; no midroll detected on this published file). Welcome measured on published MP3.
[5:13] Matt cold open — Austin West / Entheos Holistics / microdosing nutraceuticals
[6:39] Introduction to Microdosing and Holistic Medicine
[9:27] Personal Awakening and Transition from Finance to Psychedelics
[12:30] The Impact of Microdosing on Emotional Awareness
[15:35] Understanding the Mind-Body Connection in Psychedelics
[18:44] The Role of Presence and Mindfulness in Healing
[21:50] Psychedelics as Medicine vs. Pharmaceuticals
[24:47] Integrating Microdosing into Daily Life
[27:42] Taking Responsibility and Emotional Release
[38:16] The Impact of Anger and Pharmaceuticals
[41:08] Transitioning from Pharmaceuticals to Microdosing
[46:31] The Dangers of Chronic Pharmaceutical Use
[49:14] The Mirror Principle: Internal vs. External
[56:20] Psychedelics and Men's Emotional Healing
[1:03:06] Finding Freedom and Purpose in Life
[1:11:09] Navigating the Psychedelic Experience
[1:16:45] The Dangers of Spiritual Narcissism
[1:19:39] The Science and Mystique of Psychedelics
[1:25:20] Psychedelics and Neuroplasticity
[1:31:27] Innovative Approaches to Microdosing
Key takeaways (scannable)
Microdosing can heighten emotional awareness without a full journey.
Leaving numbing stacks was central to Austin’s story.
Honesty inwardly tends to reshape outward life (mirror principle).
Men often need freedom, purpose, and brotherhood containers.
Integration beats stacking more experiences.
Discernment + safety matter—educational only.
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FAQ
Who is Austin West?
Certified psychedelic medicine practitioner, men’s coach, and founder of Entheos Holistics. More at iamaustinwest.com and entheosholistics.com.
What are microdosing nutraceuticals?
On-air framing for pairing small amounts of plant medicine with herbs/compounds aimed at specific effects. Educational product/discussion framing—not a medical claim or dosing protocol.
Is this medical advice?
No. Educational podcast only. Psychedelic substances may be illegal where you live; personal health decisions belong with qualified clinicians and your own due diligence.
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Disclaimer
Educational content only. Not medical advice. Nothing here diagnoses, treats, or cures.
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