Ep 19: Embracing Your Power Through Midlife, Healing, and Plant Medicine with Anna Desmarais
In this episode, we explore the transformative journey of embracing midlife, the importance of education in women’s health, and the healing potential of plant medicine, psychedelics, and spiritual practices. Anna Desmarais shares her inspiring story from conventional nursing to becoming a psychedelic facilitator and holistic healer, empowering women to reclaim their vitality and authenticity.Key Topics:Anna’s personal journey from ER nurse to holistic healer and psychedelic practitionerDissolving myths around menopause, perimenopause, and hormone testingThe critical role of education in women’s health and hormone managementMindful use of plant medicine like ayahuasca and ketamine for healing and end-of-life careThe influence of astrology, especially Saturn returns, on women’s midlife experiencesHow disempowerment in healthcare affects women over 40 and ways to reclaim powerThe significance of set and setting in psychedelic journeys for safety and resultsPractical self-care rituals: creating space, stillness, and embracing authenticityThe importance of community, support, and embracing your “crazy” self unapologeticallyFuture visions for legal psychedelic integration in mainstream healthcareConnect with me: (provide all links)Website- https://annadesmarais.com/Social media links- https://www.instagram.com/annadesmarais.rn/