Carissa shares her journey of overcoming trauma, addiction, and mental illness through alternative healing modalities, including plant medicine. She discusses her experience with CBD and THC for anxiety and pain relief, as well as the process of tapering off prescription pills. Carissa emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and positive self-talk in the healing process. She also highlights the role of neuroplasticity in rewiring the brain and creating new neural pathways. While plant medicine can be beneficial, she notes that it requires willingness and readiness for introspection and change. Carissa and Jake discuss the importance of addressing trauma and finding effective treatments. They emphasize that trauma is not exclusive to veterans and that many people have experienced trauma in various forms. Carissa shares her journey with plant medicine and how it has helped her heal and find hope. They discuss the limitations of traditional treatments like SSRIs and the importance of personalized approaches. Carissa also shares her experience advocating for herself to get the necessary treatment. They end with a message of love and the promise of more insightful conversations to come.
Keywords
trauma, addiction, mental illness, alternative healing, plant medicine, CBD, THC, prescription pills, self-compassion, positive self-talk, neuroplasticity, rewiring the brain, neural pathways, trauma, veterans, plant medicine, hope, personalized treatment, advocating for oneself, love
Takeaways
Alternative healing modalities, such as plant medicine, can be effective in overcoming trauma, addiction, and mental illness.
CBD and THC can provide relief for anxiety and pain, but it's important to use them responsibly and in conjunction with other healing practices.
Positive self-talk and self-compassion are crucial in the healing process.
Neuroplasticity allows the brain to create new neural pathways and heal from past traumas.
Willingness and readiness for introspection and change are necessary for the benefits of plant medicine to be realized. Trauma is not exclusive to veterans; many people have experienced trauma in various forms.
Plant medicine can be an effective tool for healing and finding hope.
Traditional treatments like SSRIs may not work for everyone, and personalized approaches are important.
Advocating for oneself and seeking the necessary treatment is crucial.
Love and compassion can have a transformative impact on one's life.
