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Daniel Carcillo: What Psilocybin Did to My Brain After 7 Concussions

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What do you do when your mind is no longer your own?

Jon and Will sit down with Daniel Carcillo -  former NHL enforcer turned mental health advocate -  to explore the transformative potential of psilocybin therapy. Daniel shares his deeply personal healing journey from trauma, concussions, and identity loss to clarity, mindfulness, and purpose through the use of psychedelic mushrooms. Together, they unpack the science, stigma, and spirituality behind psilocybin, the role of community in recovery, and how finding presence can unlock emotional breakthroughs. This is a vulnerable, data-informed conversation on healing, letting go, and building a future where natural medicine is accessible to all.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – The Healing Power of Mushrooms
03:08 – Journey of a Stanley Cup Champion
06:02 – Concussions and Their Impact
08:52 – Finding Hope in Psilocybin
12:05 – The Wisdom of Plant Medicine
15:00 – Letting Go of Identity

17:48 – The Present Moment and Mindfulness
21:05 – Building Community and Purpose
23:54 – The Role of Breath and Nutrition
41:13 – Detaching from Ego and Embracing Trust
44:31 – The Experience Onward Center: A New Approach to Healing
50:55 – Addressing Stigma Around Psychedelics
58:24 – Understanding Dosage and Strain
01:10:18 – Creating a Personal Relationship with Psychedelics
01:15:58 – Expanding Access to Psilocybin Treatment

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