Parents, artists, and my neurodivergent community... This one is for you! Welcome to The Journey: A podcast series that shines a light on real people on their psychedelic journey. This weeks guest is Karen De Luca: A visionary artist, photographer and mom. Karen shares her story of shifting from "not enough" to being at peace with her authentic self.Karen's journey is massively inspiring for anyone who is stuck is low self worth patterns of thinking and the associated behaviours. This can often feel like feeling stuck or unsure of yourself. Karen has taken the call to find and express herself very seriously. She shares with us how cannabis and her connection to nature have been an supportive allies for embracing (rather than rejecting) her neurodivergence. Today, Karen lives motivated by joy, rather than fear. As a result, she operates her life and her business from a place of love, collaboration, connection, and love. Get ready to be inspired and motivated by this impressive woman. She gives us all permission to be exactly who we are; whoever that may be. Topics covered:Karen growing up following a “straight laced path”How the birth of her daughter illuminated low self worth patternsPsychedelics, Cannabis and nature as alliesKaren’s journey towards Authenticity and owning her unique expressionStories she released and reframed in order to “relax into herself”Releasing doing things the “right” way as an entrepreneurHow Karen embraces & supports her NeurodiversityBeing motivated by joy versus fear as business strategyGiving oneself permission, as a mom, to nourish oneselfOvercoming the shame of “not enough”Tapping into the inner artistHow parenting shifted on the journey of authenticityHaving psychedelic experiences are a parentShow Links:Kanna Extract Co - LANA to save 10%1:1 Coaching with LanaStudio De LucaKaren’s IGShow NotesThis episode was  produced in collaboration with FWI Media. Check out their beautiful work!If this episode sparked something within, please let me know and leave a review! 1:1 Coaching with LanaInstagram | Facebook  | WebsiteModern Psychedelics Integration JournalDISCLAIMER: Modern Psychedelics does not endorse or support the illegal consumption of any substances. This show is meant for entertainment purposes only. The thoughts, views and opinions on this show should not be taken as life advice, medicinal advice, or therapeutic guidance.