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408. Mushrooms, Meditation, and Muscular Dystrophy: Mazi Keyghobadi


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Initially aspiring to become a doctor like his parents and later venturing into the business world, Mazi Keyghobadi experienced significant failures and personal confusion.

This led to an awakening five years ago, where he realized that external achievements did not bring him true happiness. Instead, he found his purpose within nonprofit work, driven by his son's Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy diagnosis.

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of the Better Call Daddy Show! I'm your host, Reena Friedman Watts. Today, we dive deep into the transformative world of magic mushrooms, meditation, and muscular dystrophy with our special guest, Mazi Keyghobadi. As always, our insightful co-host, Wayne "Big Daddy" Friedman joins us.

In this episode, Mazi shares his profound experiences with magic mushrooms, describing them as a "laxative for the soul," capable of sweeping away inner negativity and trauma.

We'll hear how these natural substances have not only improved his mental clarity but also enhanced his roles as a father and nonprofit founder of Hope for Luka.

Mazi likens the impact of psychedelics to the intriguing effects shown in the movie "Limitless" and discusses the significance of preparation and meditation when using these powerful tools.

We'll also explore Mazi's mission to introduce the benefits of magic mushrooms to the muscular dystrophy community, his journey from aspiring doctor to impactful nonprofit leader, and how a life-altering "awakening" helped him find true happiness and purpose.

Plus, Mazi will share inspiring anecdotes about thought leaders like Paul Stamets and Eckhart Tolle, as well as his commitment to authenticity and societal betterment.

Stay tuned as we unravel Mazi Keygohbadi's story of self-discovery, emotional healing, and unwavering dedication to meaningful change. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Unfortunately, I don’t have the exact timestamps for this episode. Instead, I'll provide a suggested timeline breakdown for "Better Call Daddy: Mazi Final Audio" based on the key facts discussed. You can adjust as needed when you have the precise timing from the episode.

 

(00:00 - 01:00) - Introduction

- Introduction of the host Reena Watts, the guest Wayne Friedman (Big Daddy), and the guest Mazi Keyghobadi.
- Brief overview of what to expect from the episode.

(01:00 - 05:00) - Mazi's Background

- Mazi's emigration from Iran, early life, and initial aspirations to become a doctor.
- His decision to pivot away from a medical career towards entrepreneurship and eventual nonprofit work.

(05:00 - 10:00) - Personal Awakening

- Mazi discussing his midlife crisis and awakening circa five years ago.
- The impact of Eckhart Tolle’s "The Power of Now" on his transformation.

(10:00 - 15:00) - Magic Mushrooms and Self-Healing

- Mazi's first experience with magic mushrooms.
- The comparison to the movie "Limitless" and the preference for natural substances over synthetic ones like LSD.

(15:00 - 20:00) - Healing Through Psychedelics

- Study involving an OCD patient in a sensory deprivation "dark room."
- Mazi’s description of mushrooms as a "laxative for the soul."

(20:00 - 25:00) - Application of Personal Healing

- Using mushrooms to overcome negativity and trauma.
- Mazi's improvement in his role as a father and an advocate through his nonprofit, "Hope for Luca."

(25:00 - 30:00) - Societal and Personal Impacts

- Challenges of managing a nonprofit with limited resources.
- Persistence and remaining true to values despite financial and political challenges.

(30:00 - 35:00) - Psychedelics and the Brain

- How psilocybin from magic mushrooms interacts with the brain.
- Potential therapeutic applications, including microdosing for stress management.

(35:00 - 40:00) - Practical Advice and Reflections

- Importance of meditation and preparation before using psychedelics.
- Reflections on personal and societal transitions, stress, and finding fulfillment beyond material wealth.

(40:00 - 45:00) - Nonprofit Fundraising and Advocacy

- Details on the new fundraising campaign for research on exons 5 to 26.
- The significance of Mazi’s son's condition as a motivator for his work.

(45:00 - 50:00) - Final Thoughts

- Wayne Friedman’s reflections on spirituality and genuine compassion in the medical field.
- Reena Watts wrapping up the segment, encouraging audience engagement.

Connect with Mazi and support his mission at hopeforluka.org, and be part of the movement that champions the extraordinary lives of children like Luka.

We'd love to hear from you. Drop us a review—reviews help more people find the show—and let us know what you like and what you'd like us to explore next. Share this episode with someone who could be inspired by Mazi's story and help spread hope for Luka and many others facing similar challenges.

If you liked this story check out my first episode with Mazi here

https://youtu.be/4FMsFkJ3UAQ?si=wqunjY8NJscrdkZA

Connect with Reena

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https://www.youtube.com/@BetterCallDaddy

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Special Shoutout to the Daddies Podcast for editing this episode!

 

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