From Patterned Pain to Conscious Choice: Psychedelics and Nervous System Healing

In this episode of Restore the Real, Dr. Randy sits down with Paul Austin, entrepreneur, author, coach, and founder of The Third Wave, a leading global resource on the intentional and skillful use of psychedelics for personal transformation and professional growth.Together, they explore how psychedelics, when used with intention and support, can help us shed limiting beliefs, heal trauma, and reconnect with our true selves. Paul shares insights from history, modern research, and his own coaching practice to show how these medicines can be powerful tools for nervous system regulation, mental health, and long-term transformation.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The deep roots of psychedelic medicine — from ancient rituals with peyote, San Pedro, and psilocybin to modern clinical trials.The nervous system connection — how psychedelics reduce inflammation, improve neuroplasticity, and help rewire unhealthy patterns.Breaking free from old cycles — why many people experience a new ability to make conscious choices rather than repeat inherited behaviors.Integration matters most — why 90% of the real work comes after the journey, during the window of neuroplasticity where new habits can take hold.A new paradigm for healing — how MDMA- and psilocybin-assisted therapy are showing dramatically higher success rates for PTSD and depression compared to traditional medications.What’s ahead — the fast-moving landscape of legalization, clinical research, and training programs for practitioners.Paul and Dr. Randy also talk about how psychedelics can spark meditation practices, cultivate presence, and help people move from reactivity to resilience — ultimately leading to healthier lives, relationships, and communities.Resources & Links:Learn more about Paul and his work: thethirdwave.coHi! Dr. Randy, here. Thank you for being here! I'd like to invite you, my podcast listeners, to our thriving private health community, Empower Act Heal, on Facebook. It centers around YOU claiming your personal power and gaining momentum on your path to vibrant health! We're a supportive, judgement-free community where you can show up as you are and find greater success. I do weekly LIVES and bring in experts, just like on my podcast, but in a more personalized setting. Just follow this link into our Community, we can't wait to see on the inside! https://www.facebook.com/groups/empower.act.heal -----Work with Dr. Randy and Total Body Wellness Clinic Visit the Total Body Wellness website: https://www.totalbodywellnessclinic.com/Want to be a guest on the Restore the Real Podcast?Use this link to apply to be a guest on the show.-----For all media, promotional + affiliate opportunities, please email [email protected]