EP107: From Trauma to Triumph: Russell Langhammer’s Journey
In this conversation, Russell Langhammer shares his transformative journey from a traumatic childhood and struggles with addiction to becoming an advocate for cannabis and psychedelics. He discusses his near-death experience, the impact of pharmaceuticals on his life, and how he found healing through alternative therapies. Russell emphasizes the importance of sharing success stories to combat stigma and encourages others to explore the benefits of cannabis and psychedelics for pain management and mental health. He also touches on his nonprofit work and the future of these therapies in society.
Takeaways
- Russell used sports to escape trauma and survive.
- Pharmaceuticals turned Russell’s life upside down after an injury.
- Cannabis helped Russell regain control of his life.
- Russell advocates for the use of psychedelics in healing.
- His near-death experience was a turning point for change.
- Russell emphasizes the importance of sharing success stories.
- He travels with cannabis and psychedelics for personal use.
- Russell encourages those in pain to consider cannabis.
- He is involved in nonprofit work to help others.
- The future of cannabis and psychedelics looks promising.
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Gary Roberts, founder of the PIR Center of Excellence, has established a state-of-the-art medical center in Costa Rica dedicated to revolutionizing the treatment of mental health, addiction, and neurological disorders through cutting-edge therapies, research, and education. In addition to his work at the PIR Center, Gary founded the nonprofit Promises Recovery, Inc., inspired by his late daughter Lauren, who tragically passed away from an opiate overdose on her 27th birthday. Lauren’s vision was to help those suffering from addiction and mental health issues who were trapped in the frustrating cycle of insurance limitations, and Gary continues her mission through this nonprofit.
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