HOW PSYCHEDELIC MUSHROOMS HELPED PRO SURFER KOA SMITH OVERCOME DEPRESSION AND TRAUMA: ‘I NEVER SLIPPED BACK’

the go-to platform for all things psychedelic, is excited to share the story of pro surfer Koa Smith and his journey with psychedelic mushrooms. In an exclusive interview, Koa reveals how these powerful substances helped him overcome depression and trauma, leading to a healthier and happier life. Koa Smith has always been known for his incredible surfing skills and infectious personality. But behind the smiles and impressive wave riding, Koa was struggling with mental health issues.

After losing a close friend to suicide and experiencing a serious injury himself, Koa found himself in a dark place. “The pain was unbearable,” said Koa. “I knew I needed help, but nothing seemed to work.” That’s when he turned to psychedelic mushrooms on the recommendation of a friend who had experienced similar struggles. With some hesitation, Koa decided to give it a try. And the results were life-changing. In our interview with HIGHTIMES, Koa opens up about his powerful experiences with psychedelics and how they helped him process his emotions and reevaluate his life choices. “It’s like I

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hightimes is thrilled to announce the incredible story of pro surfer Koa Smith, and how his journey with psychedelic mushrooms helped him overcome depression and trauma. Koa Smith, a well-renowned surfer, had been dealing with depression and trauma for years, stemming from a near-drowning experience at Pipeline. Despite his success in the surfing world, Koa struggled to find lasting relief from his mental health struggles.

That was until he discovered the healing properties of psilocybin mushrooms. In an exclusive interview with Hightimes, Koa shared his life-changing experience with psychedelic mushrooms. “I felt like I was trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions.

Traditional therapy and medication weren’t helping me break free,” he said. “But after using psilocybin mushrooms under the guidance of experienced professionals, I finally found peace and clarity.” Koa’s story is just one example of how psychedelics can have profound effects on mental health.

Research has shown that psilocybin mushrooms have therapeutic benefits in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. “We are proud to be a platform dedicated to highlighting the positive impact of psychedelics on individuals’ lives,” said John Koe Smith.

In an exclusive interview with our team, Koa bravely shared his journey to healing and how psychedelics played a significant role in his recovery. Koa, who has been a pro surfer for over a decade, opened up about his struggles with mental health and the impact it had on his career. He stated, “I was at the peak of my surfing career when I hit rock bottom.

Depression and anxiety took over me, leaving me feeling lost and hopeless. It got so bad that I contemplated quitting surfing altogether.” However, everything changed after Koa discovered psychedelics through a friend’s recommendation. He shared how microdosing psilocybin mushrooms helped him gain a new perspective on life and heal from past traumas. “Psychedelics allowed me to see my struggles in a different light.