276: Microdosing- Is It Just High End Drinking?276: Microdosing- Is It Just High End Drinking?
Soberful
Veronica and Chip discuss the rise of microdosing. Is microdosing just high-end drinking? Dressed up drug taking? Or, does it have the ability to help people navigate life and heal trauma?
44:31•24 Jul 2024
Microdosing: Trendy Therapy or High-End Drinking?
Episode Overview
- Microdosing might have therapeutic benefits under strict clinical conditions.
- Casual use of hallucinogenics can be dangerous and unpredictable.
- There is a cultural shift towards accepting microdosing among the elite.
- Genuine healing often requires traditional therapeutic methods.
- Beware of shortcuts in therapy that promise quick fixes.
“Microdosing is just high-end drinking – drug-taking with a fancy name.”
Veronica Valli and Chip Somers bring a wealth of experience and a touch of humour to the Soberful podcast, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in sobriety. In this episode, they tackle the trendy topic of microdosing. Is it just another form of high-end drinking, or could it genuinely help with trauma and depression? Veronica shares her personal fear of hallucinogenics, stemming from a traumatic experience in her youth, while Chip offers his own mixed experiences from the 60s.
They both agree that while microdosing might have therapeutic potential under strict clinical conditions, it’s risky when done casually or without proper guidance. The conversation touches on the cultural shift towards accepting microdosing among the elite and questions whether it's just another way to dress up drug use. Veronica and Chip stress the importance of genuine healing through traditional therapeutic methods and caution against seeking shortcuts.
Their candid discussion is filled with anecdotes, reflections, and a healthy dose of scepticism about the latest trends in drug use. Whether you’re curious about microdosing or looking for insights into sober living, this episode offers a balanced and engaging perspective. Don’t miss out on their thoughtful debate – it might just change how you view this modern trend.

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