Blown up. Burned out. Ready to end it all.
That's where Sam Peterson found himself after his second deployment as an EOD tech. He nearly took his own life until one unexpected moment changed everything. What followed was a raw journey through trauma, healing, and finding purpose on the other side.
In this episode, Sam lays it all out. The silent epidemic of blast-induced brain trauma. The VA's broken model that tells you to "just manage it". And most importantly, the groundbreaking treatments that are helping veterans reclaim their lives in days, not years.
Ketamine therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, hyperbaric oxygen, and guided psychedelic experiences aren't fringe anymore. They're saving lives. Sam breaks down exactly how they work, who they're for, and why veterans need access to them now.
If you're tired of the runaround, if you feel like you've hit a wall, this episode might be the first real step toward getting your life back.
Timestamps
- 00:02:00 - The moment Sam almost took his own life
- 00:04:30 - Why the VA's "symptom management" model is broken
- 00:13:00 - The truth about TMS, ketamine, and hyperbaric therapy
- 00:28:00 - Why neuroplasticity can hurt you if done wrong
- 00:36:15 - Safe and smart ways veterans are using psychedelics
Links & Resources
- Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1
- Website: https://www.mindspadenver.com
- Follow Sam Peterson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-peterson-mba/
Transcript
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