Coaching, Protocols, and Growth with Hein Pijnnaken, Ana Maria Badila, and Jennifer Rotermund

Jan 3

Today we’re joined by Hein Pijnnaken, Ana Maria Badila, and Jennifer Rotermund—pioneers in the microdosing field with a wealth of experience spanning decades. They share insights into the transformative power of psychedelics, the importance of education in microdosing, and how coaching or mentorship can elevate your microdosing journey to new heights.

Discover what makes a great facilitator, how protocols create safety and structure, and why staying curious is essential in this practice. We also explore the rapid growth of the industry, practical advice for those wanting to become practitioners, and the role of self-reflection in microdosing.

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What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:

The transformative potential of microdosing combined with effective coaching.
Why education is key to safe and effective microdosing practices.
How to choose the right medicines for microdosing.
The importance of protocols in structuring your journey.
The value of staying curious and open-minded while microdosing.
Practical steps for becoming a microdosing practitioner.
Characteristics of a great microdosing facilitator.
How self-tracking aids self-reflection and growth.
Who microdosing is for and who can benefit.
Industry trends and changes in the microdosing space.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

“When choosing one substance over another, you have to think about what your intention is and what you want to get out of it. Know the characteristics and understand that each plant will work differently for you. Take how it will interact with you into account, too.” - Ana Maria Badila
“Everybody needs education. If you start [using plant medicine] please do your research before because that is key. At the same time, community is key. Doing it together and finding other like-minded people to share your thoughts, concerns, and questions with is very important.” - Hein Pijnnaken
“Some people feel something immediately, but it isn’t unusual for the effects of the medicine to deepen and become more apparent in the 3-5 week zone, and sometimes even beyond that. I can’t emphasize enough the importance of hanging in there.” - Jennifer Rotermund