Paul Austin

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My Story

My early, high-dose psychedelic experiences were crucial, definitive experiences that inspired me to travel the globe, build an online business, and focus my newfound freedom on creating an online resource to dismantle one of society's biggest taboos: psychedelics.

Through my personal 7-month microdosing protocol, I experienced the tangible benefits of microdosing LSD, including an acceleration of learning ability, easier access to flow states, and an improved sense of presence, particularly in relationships. My experience with microdosing inspired my push to legitimize psychedelic substances via the topic of microdosing.

Most importantly, my intentional psychedelic use helped to further uncover my own truth, enabling an alignment of purpose and mission with contribution to community and society. My unconventional path has now placed me in a position to serve the lives of many millions through psychedelic education and literacy.

Leader of a Movement

Through The Third Wave we explore pragmatic ways to change the cultural conversation around psychedelics, focusing on the intersection of science, psychedelics, and self-actualization. Part social entrepreneur, part psychedelic advocate, I love to challenge cultural norms to create space for the development of new systems that help, not hurt, the individual.

The focus of The Third Wave is to create community around the topic of psychedelic literacy and education, creating a space for individuals to come fully into their own agency, power, and autonomy.

Traveler and Nomad

Setting off at the age of 21 from West Michigan, I lived in five countries and traveled to 60+ over the span of six years before moving to New York City in August 2017. Propelled by an insatiable curiosity for the unknown, my travels led to an incredible expansion of being and growth, setting the stage for my professional career in psychedelic leadership and advocacy.

Paul in Private

I’m often seeking balance between city and countryside: the unrelenting energy of big city life pared with the tranquility of nature. When not working, I love to read, camp, drink espresso, steam myself silly in eucalyptus, and laugh at the irony of life.

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