In this episode of Ayahuasca Podcast host Sam Believ has a conversation with Cory Firth. Cory is a psychedelic coach and consultant, former Executive Director of the Psychedelic Association of Canada, and a leading voice in mental health policy reform and flow state neuroscience. After overcoming a 20-year battle with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation, Cory now helps others bridge ancient wisdom and modern science to unlock human potential and live more integrated, purpose-driven lives. We touch upon topics of 00:00–02:30 Cory’s childhood, early depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation 02:30–07:00 Entrepreneurship, burnout, health struggles, and searching for healing 07:00–11:30 Discovering ayahuasca and the first life-changing ceremony 11:30–15:30 Integration challenges and leaving his marketing agency 15:30–20:00 Founding work in the Psychedelic Association of Canada and policy reform 20:00–24:30 Psychedelic advocacy, MDMA and psilocybin access in Canada 24:30–31:00 Trauma-driven performance and learning to channel ambition differently 31:00–36:30 Flow states, effortless action, and the neuroscience of optimal performance 36:30–43:00 The relationship between psychedelics and accessing flow 43:00–48:30 Parenting, morning routines, and finding balance with young children 48:30–54:00 Psychedelics and fatherhood, relationships, and emotional growth 54:00–58:00 Postpartum challenges, resilience, and healing through psychedelics 58:00–01:03:00 The future of psychedelic access, culture, and policy change 01:03:00–01:06:00 Integrating psychedelic philosophy into everyday life and society If you would like to attend one of our Ayahuasca retreats go to www.lawayra.com Find more about Cory Firth at coryf.com and follow his writing and updates on LinkedIn. You can also watch his banned TED-style talk on YouTube where he shares more of his personal story.

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