Psychedelics for Normal People? Exploring with Vian Morales, SVP of Beckley Retreats

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In this episode of Macon Atlanta, host Brent Macon sits down with Vian Morales, a Veteran Army Officer, seasoned Operations Strategist, The Citadel’s 33rd Black Female graduate, and a breathwork facilitator. Vian shares her incredible journey into breathwork and psychedelics, detailing her decision to pursue this healing work professionally. She emphasizes the importance of doing personal research, taking things slowly, and finding a journey that feels accessible, while also discussing the safety and benefits of psilocybin for building consciousness and empathy.

Vian and Brent explore the potential societal impacts if everyone took a psilocybin journey, with Vian's striking insights on the matter. The episode also highlights Vian's dedication to making holistic health accessible to veterans, BIPOC communities, and those with chronic conditions. Her blend of lived experience and business acumen drives her mission to create meaningful change and expand opportunities for deep healing.

In the final 20 minutes, the conversation delves into the spiritual implications of psychedelics, providing some of the most impactful moments of the show thus far.

⭐ Featured Guest: Vian Morales Vian Morales serves as the SVP of Operations at Beckley Retreats and is a fractional startup advisor and operations consultant. She is committed to bringing safe, liberated well-being experiences to a larger audience, focusing especially on historically marginalized communities.

Connect with Vian Morales: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vianmorales/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vian-b-morales/

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🎙️ Host: Brent Macon Brent Macon is a multifaceted Atlantan—dad, spiritual seeker, small business owner, and investor. He explores technology's transformative impact, humanity's interconnectedness, and spirituality beyond mainstream beliefs. Brent promotes balanced living and a unified worldview integrating virtues, nature reverence, and equitable progress. Through his podcast, Macon Atlanta, he engages with inspiring individuals to explore big ideas and promote better living.

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📺 About the Show: Macon Atlanta is a podcast exploring big questions, bold ideas, and better living with inspiring Atlantans. Host Brent Macon sits down with innovators and thought leaders from diverse fields to delve into their stories, insights, and visions for creating a better world with more thriving.

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