In this episode Bart interviews Ronan Levy, Founder and Executive Chairman of Field Trip Health, one of the world's leading psychedelic companies, about his non-traditional career choices. Ronan, who began his professional career a corporate lawyer, soon found himself hating his working life, and set out on a series of risky yet authentic ventures in pursuit of fulfilment. From working in the music business, to a stint at an online dating site he won't name (!) to becoming a pioneer in cannabis, Ronan has had a lifetime of experiences. His insights help make clear that even if you aren't always successful, following your authentic passion will make you more fulfilled along the way.
Teaser 00:00
Show leading 00:17
Introduction 00:52
Leaving the traditional path of "success" 01:35
The path of the lawyer 01:54
Working in law -- I hated my life 02:41
Happiness comes from progress towards your goals 03:24
Setting real goals 03:39
MTV lawyer 03:58
Online dating company lawyer 04:21
Opportunity can be found in cultural taboos 05:16
What questions should people ask to discover their authentic calling? 06:49
Don't rationalize -- check in with yourself 07:37
Listen to your feelings 08:09
Calling into work "well" 08:42
What makes you feel good to be alive? 08:57
Freedom to explore 09:05
Leaving work 09:30
First business - Toronto Gold 09:59
What's the icky factor of cash for gold 10:46
Joined EO - Entrepreneurs Org 12:00
Mastermind talks 12:31
Cannabis industry 13:43
Golden handcuffs 15:24
Do well by doing good 18:07
Canadian Cannabis Clinics 18:52
Medical benefits 20:50
Facing resistance -- getting energy from it 23:08
Resistance steels my resolve! 23:58
The stern foe of all sham 24:40
Most recent venture -- Field Trip Health 25:59
MDMA breakthrough therapy 27:38
Proactively pursuing own mental/emotional growth 29:52
Resistance to idea of psychedelics 30:42
World leaders in advancing the therapeutic application of psychedelics 31:43
Legal access to psychedelics is happing sooner than people thought 32:46
Next generation of molecules 33:15
What's your next journey? 36:10
OUTRO 37:23
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