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**Healing Veterans with Psychedelics: Athena Desai's Journey from Radio to Holistic Trauma Specialist**  

In this powerful episode of *Tim Teaches*, Tim sits down with Athena Desai, a Holistic Trauma Specialist and Spiritual Coach, to explore the transformative world of holistic healing and psychedelics for veterans suffering from PTSD.  

Athena shares her incredible journey, starting as a musician and radio journalist deeply impacted by 9/11. This life-changing event led her to a passion for supporting veterans through acupuncture, shamanic practices, and psychedelic medicine. Together, Tim and Athena dive into the therapeutic potential of plant medicines like psilocybin and ayahuasca, emphasizing the importance of preparation, integration, and ongoing support in the healing process.  

The conversation highlights Athena's collaborations with organizations like Veterans Yoga Project and Heroic Hearts Project, offering practical advice on daily practices such as breathwork and meditation to aid recovery. Tim also opens up about his own transformative experiences with ayahuasca, adding depth and authenticity to this inspiring discussion.  

Whether you're curious about holistic healing, psychedelics, or supporting veterans, this episode provides a wealth of insights and personal stories to guide and inspire.  

**Timestamps:**  
00:00 Introduction to Athena Desai  
00:40 Athena's Journey from Music and Radio Journalism to Healing  
03:13 How 9/11 Sparked Athena's Passion for Veteran Care  
04:41 Athena's Introduction to Psychedelics and Spiritual Awakening  
07:08 Integrating Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, and Healing Practices  
16:20 Trauma-Informed Yoga and Supporting Veterans with PTSD  
20:29 Tim's Personal Ayahuasca Journey and Insights on Healing  
24:50 The Role of Preparation and Integration in Psychedelic Healing  
27:40 Advice for Starting Your Healing Journey and Daily Practices  
30:25 Connecting with Athena and Final Thoughts  

🔗 **Connect with Athena Desai:**  https://www.soulfulhealingandcouncil.com/
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