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The Experience That Turned a Special Forces Medic Into a PhD Researcher
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Hola from the IAD airport where I had a an amazing time al the Mastermind meeting and more coming out on that, but today I sit down with Rick Alexander, M.A., PhD candidate — a former Special Operations combat medic who supported SEALs and Green Berets and we discuss how a single psychedelic experience completely redirected his career. That experience sent him back to school to study psychedelic chaplaincy and spiritual care, and today he's researching how these substances can heal (and sometimes destabilize) the people who use them. We dig into why military training narrows emotional range and makes re-entry into civilian life so hard, what neuroplastic windows might mean for athletes trying to learn new skills faster, and how a brutal 5-MeO-DMT trip actually changed Rick's running form and breathing. We also get into the deeper questions: what's really happening in DMT space, why "good trip/bad trip" is the wrong framework, and why you shouldn't be so quick to dismiss someone else's experience. Note- this is a bit off topic but we do discuss neuroplasticity and touch on some training ideas too Listen to the full episode here Episode Timestamps: 2:49 - Rick's PhD progress and the psychedelic experience that redirected his career If you prefer to watch the podcast, check it out below: Watch the episode on YouTube Much love, Dr. Mike ________ Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health. |
Dr Mike T Nelson
Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below
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