Summary: In this episode, the host Kayla is joined by Shawn Wells, also known as the ingredientologist. Shawn is not only a brilliant biochemist, dietitian and formulator of supplements, but also one of Kayla’s dearest friends. On this episode they have a very raw discussion about a shared plant medicine experience and the insides gained through this. Episode highlights: • Shawn's background with mental and physical health and true love for yourself and others (5:45) • personal growth and progress with psychedelic plants to process personal trauma (9:15) • new perspectives on career goals and moving the focus to self love (16:00) • plant medicine research (20:30) • victim mentality, aggressors, and fear (23:02) • self-work and authenticity (27:27) • bringing back the innocence and inner child (32:15) • resetting and letting go of limitation and judgment (34:00) • connection with universe (40:35) • appreciation of body and individuality (44:00) • how to set boundaries and communicate more effectively (45:30) • difference between observation and judgement (50:50) • creating a supportive environment for healing and self actualization (54:00) • friendships, intimacy and vulnerability (56:01) • using plant medicine as a tool for expansion and evolution of the mind (1:08:01) • false relationships constructs (1:12:05) • how to tune in to your body (1:15:10) • Shawn's advice on self improvement and doing the best you can (1:19:20) Connect with Shawn: Official page: https://shawnwells.com/ Social media: https://www.instagram.com/ingredientologist/?hl=en Connect with Kayla: Social media: https://www.instagram.com/biocurious_kayla/?hl=en Join the BioCurious Co-op: https://www.biocuriouskayla.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/biocurious/message
