The Future of Addiction Medicine: Psychedelics, AI, and Rewriting Your Story | Dr. Jason Giles

Have a question or comment? Send it to Kristin!“When courage overcomes habit, your story begins to change.”In this episode, I chat with Dr. Jason Giles—addiction medicine specialist, author, speaker, and a man who has walked both sides of the story.Once a high-achieving anesthesiologist addicted to fentanyl, Dr. Giles opens up about the addiction, the rock-bottom moment that changed everything, and how he has since helped more than 10,000 patients overcome substance use disorders.We dive into the future of addiction medicine and explore:🔥 The power of story: how the narratives we tell can trap or transform us🧠 Why healing requires presence, not perfection🍄 Psychedelics as Windex for your beliefs🪞 Letting go of outdated identities & investing past pain into future power📱 Mindless scrolling, dopamine traps, & the algorithmic illusion of control🧬 Why intuition isn’t mystical🤖 How AI could become your digital accountability buddyIf you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to rewrite your life’s narrative… this episode is your invitation.00:00 Introduction to Addiction and Personal Journey00:52 The Role of Trauma in Addiction & The Story We Tell Ourselves02:59 Dr. Giles' Journey into Addiction Medicine08:50 The Descent into Addiction14:39 The Turning Point and Recovery20:26 The Impact of Psychedelics on Healing25:58 The Intersection of Technology and Addiction Recovery31:44 The Importance of Intuition and Self-Reflection37:28 Navigating Life Changes and Personal Growth43:15 Conclusion and Future DirectionsConnect with Dr. Giles:Website: http://drjasongiles.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjasongilesInstagram: http://instagram.com/drjasongilesSubstack: http://drjasongiles.substack.comYouTube: http://youtube.com/drjasongilesX: http://x.com/drjasongilesSupport the showConnect with Kristin:WebsiteInstagramFacebook YouTubeKristin’s Book:Sex, Drugs, & Soul Spotify AudiobookSubscribe:YouTubeSpotifyApplePeptides:Oral Quicksilver GHK/Copper Peptidehttps://elliemd.com/kristinbirdwellMicrodose 🍄 https://myfeelium.co/password: opensesameCode: kristin20 for 20% off