Ryan Sprague | Surreal Synchronicities on a Weird and Wondrous Journey

Weird and Strong

Buckle up folks, this one is an incredible journey into the space of all things weird with Ryan Sprague, the Concious Cannabis Coach and host of This One Time On Psychedelics Podcast. We dive into a wild ride of personal discovery, finding purpose, and living an unconventional life. We'll explore Ryan's early encounters with cannabis, his unique approach to emotional processing, and his journey through the cannabis industry from working in the cannabis industry to founding Highly Optimized. From discussing the societal pressure to conform to uncovering the magic of life with a childlike wonder, we'll leave no stone unturned. Top it off with synchronicities, psychedelics, sober reflections, and soundtracks of our lives, this episode is packed with real, raw and relatable experiences with some major laughs. Stick around till the end to hear Ryan's theory that death might be the easiest part of life, his take on being serious versus having fun, and his personal advice on following your heart, embracing your uniqueness, and surrounding yourself with the right people. Get ready for deep dives into the weird, the strong, and everything in between!

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Instagram: @therealryansprague
Website: highlyoptimized.me

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Interesting Moments:
02:15 Scene resonates with Galactic Federation and spirituality.
09:22 Harmonizing exercise launches us out of bodies.
10:45 LSD alters free will at music festival.
20:05 Desert Dwellers: Electronic artists find hidden card.
25:08 Science is flawed; we know very little.
28:27 Correlation between knowing things and finding meaning.
32:15 Life as a seedling, growing and evolving.
42:12 Validation from community for unconventional lifestyle choices.
46:43 Unexpected cannabis growth leads to podcast invitation.
53:01 Appreciate your experience, seeking self-acceptance - house.
57:26 Wake up in your 30s, find your own path.
01:01:43 Disconnect from self leads to harmful habits.
01:07:43 Connecting with psychedelics helped me find myself.
01:12:26 Discover yourself, manifest desires, embrace synchronicity. Connect.
01:15:00 Grateful for an amazing and enjoyable experience.