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Overcoming Addiction and PTSD with Ketamine Therapy Featuring Charles Patti from MY Self Wellness

Overcoming Addiction and PTSD with Ketamine Therapy Featuring Charles Patti from MY Self Wellness
In this episode, we explore:
Charles's journey through addiction and how psychedelics played a role in his recovery
The therapeutic potential of ketamine for addressing the root causes of addiction and PTSD
The importance of managing set, setting, and integration for a meaningful therapeutic experience
Who should avoid ketamine therapy
Charles Patti is the Chief Brand Officer and Co-Founder of MY Self Wellness, a leading ketamine clinic, and innovator in the psychedelics space After losing his father at a young age, Charles struggled with overwhelming anxiety and a fear of death. To cope, he turned to alcohol and drugs, leading to years of substance abuse and a painful cycle of rehab and relapse. It wasn’t until a transformative psychedelic experience that Charles was able to break free from this destructive loop, ultimately shifting his perspective on life and healing.
For the past five years, Charles has dedicated himself to helping others find that same transformative healing.
In this episode, Mathew, Dr. Dave, and Charles dive into the profound effects of parental loss, the unique power of ketamine therapy, and how Charles knew his most recent ketamine session would be his last. They also discuss the stigma surrounding ketamine treatments, its broad medical applications, and Dr. Dave shares critical insights into the potential risks of psychedelic therapy and who should approach it with caution.
Additionally, Charles highlights how MY Self Wellness operates differently from other clinics, the cost of care, the drawbacks of at-home ketamine treatments, and shares an inspiring success story from a veteran.
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Resources:
Come to a Ketamine Treatment with Me
Dr. David Leicken, MD
MySelfWellness.com 
InlightenWellness.com
Why Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Should Be an Employment Benefit with Sherry Rais, CEO and Co-Founder of Enthea 
Enthea.com 
 
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It’s Time to Heal Your Inner Child with Kelly Zaragoza, LPC

It’s Time to Heal Your Inner Child with Kelly Zaragoza, LPC
Kelly is the owner and Clinical Director of Via Counseling + Consulting. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with individuals and couples. Her counseling style focuses on using her clients' strengths to achieve their desired outcomes. Kelly emphasizes a collaborative therapist-client relationship to truly understand her clients’ needs. She believes that each person has a unique story to tell, and by working together, Kelly and her clients develop strategies to achieve emotional and mental health goals.
In this episode, Mathew and Kelly discuss how healing inner child wounds is the key to unlocking the life you truly want to live. Kelly explains what reprocessing is, why it’s important to examine triggering events from a new perspective, and the work that follows this realization. This work will look different for everyone, but it leads to a deeper understanding of patterns and ultimately illuminates the path forward. From the day we are born, everything we experience gets recorded, and we have to learn to live with the impact it has on us.
Mathew and Kelly explore childhood wounds, the defense mechanisms we developed around them, why they formed, and ways to start the healing process. They also discuss how to manage the inevitable and complex emotions that arise around the people who raised us, with compassion. Kelly offers advice on dealing with individuals in our lives who may be resistant to change when we decide to heal ourselves.
Once we stop pointing fingers outward, we can realize that both our problems and our power come from within.
In this episode, you'll hear:
What reprocessing is, who should do it, why it’s important, and how to do the work
Mathew's experience with inner child work, the impact it had on him, and how it improved his relationship with his late mother
What it means to “play small,” stepping into the desire to be seen, and the power of community 
“There is a way to live the life you want to live.”
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Resources:
ViaCounselingServices.com 
 
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Happy Money Author Ken Honda on How to Forgive and Heal Your Money Wounds

 
Ken Honda is known as the "Happy Money Guy," "Money Healer," and the "Zen Millionaire." His journey into financial wisdom began nearly 20 years ago when he witnessed a mother and daughter cut their playdate short because of work. This moment inspired him to start writing about the importance of financial freedom, with a focus on helping people ease their pain, frustration, and stress around money. Ken believes that, regardless of one’s circumstances, the distance to happiness is the same for everyone, and through introspection and gratitude, we can break free from financial struggles. He is passionate about healing money trauma and helping people find peace with their finances while living a life of generosity and abundance.
In this episode, Mathew and Ken discuss how to heal money wounds and shift from a scarcity mindset to a space of abundance without being reckless. Ken explains the root causes of financial stress, sharing his insights on why most money issues stem from either making too little or spending too much. They explore how money wounds are passed down through generations and the importance of healing these wounds before passing them on to our children. Ken also addresses the dangers of a scarcity mindset, offering practical advice on how to break free from it while maintaining balance. He emphasizes the power of generosity, encouraging listeners to understand that what we give often comes back to us in multiple ways. Additionally, Ken provides tailored money advice for people at different stages of life, from their teens to their 50s, and shares thought-provoking questions to help individuals uncover their unique gifts and talents.
In this episode, you'll hear:
The two main money problems and how to fix them 
Examples of money trauma and how to work through them 
The scarcity mindset and how to overcome it without being foolish 
How to find your talents and make money for them 
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Resources:
KenHonda.com 
Humming for PEACE
 
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Becoming Blind at 17 and Finding Purpose with Kevin Lowe

Becoming Blind at 17 and Finding Purpose with Kevin Lowe
In 2003, Kevin Lowe's life changed forever. At just 17, as he began his junior year of high school, everything seemed to be going perfectly. But that same year, he was diagnosed with a non-cancerous brain tumor the size of a plum, located in the center of his brain, pressing against his optic nerve and carotid artery. His doctors warned him that without surgery, he had only six months to live. They reassured him the procedure was routine, with nothing to worry about, and he would be back in school within weeks. However, on October 3rd, when Kevin went into surgery, he had no idea it would be the last time he'd ever see the faces of his loved ones. For the next 10 years, Kevin fought every day to accept the fact that he would be completely blind for the rest of his life.
The first year after losing his sight was all about survival. But after that, Kevin was determined to rediscover his love for life. Through this process, he grew incredibly close to his family, who supported one another in healing from the shared trauma. Kevin worked through his anger, relied on his faith, and leaned on his family as he chose to live life to the fullest. He pursued a radio career, learned to navigate the world using echolocation, started a travel agency, and eventually transitioned into podcasting. Podcasting became a way for Kevin to help the sighted world understand what it’s like to "see" through his perspective. Throughout his journey, Kevin has learned that we are all on our own unique timelines and that there’s always a rainbow after the rain.
“Sometimes God answers our prayers in ways we don’t expect.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
Kevin’s story of losing his sight at 17 and what it’s like to live with blindness
The pivotal role of faith, family, and fun in his healing journey
How echolocation gave Kevin a new way to "see"
Kevin’s advice for anyone going through a dark time
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Resources:
Dr. David Leicken, MD
Grit Grace and Inspiration 
No Barriers by Erik Weihenmayer
 
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Additional Credits:
LFPWLI is managed by Sam Robertson