30 - Healing War Trauma in Veterans: Jared Rinehart's Story of Ayahuasca and the Heroic Hearts Project

In today’s episode, we explore the extraordinary journey of Jared Rinehart, a former Marine infantry sergeant and civilian private contractor, who encountered healing and profound transformation through Ayahuasca. Jared's narrative unfolds his struggles and eventual conquering of anxiety, anger, and substance abuse post-service, and how he found community and purpose through his work at the Heroic Hearts Project. A deep-dive into the nonprofit's mission takes us through its work in facilitating access to plant medicine and traditional healing methods for the often underserved and forgotten Veteran population. Further, we articulate the unique therapeutic benefits of Ayahuasca, and the critical elements of preparation, integration, and continued support to ensure success. Finally, we discuss the future aspirations of the Heroic Hearts Project, the impact of their work on veterans, and the potential challenges and promise of introducing psychedelics and traditional healing into mainstream society. This episode offers a potent perspective on plant medicine's transformative power for veterans. To learn more about the incredible work being done by  Heroic Hearts Project, and how to support this wonderful organization, refer to the show notes. In This Episode: Jared Rinehart  |@hearoicheartsproject | heroicheartsproject.org | Mariah Gannessa | @mariahgannessa This podcast is brought to you by Four Visions Website | fourvisions.com Instagram| @fourvisionstribe Facebook | Four Visions Youtube | Four Visions Nominate a podcast guest! Intro Music created from music by Juan David Muñoz | @jdmusicesencia Subscribe to the FVM Podcast and leave us a review! iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcasts   Early Registration Is OPEN for our flagship Plant Medicine Integration Program. For a limited time, get an early bird discount of 20% off and be one of the first to experience this transformational program! This container was thoughtfully designed to provide the resources, techniques, and support to accompany our community members in the powerful study that takes place post plant medicine experience. During our 3 month integration program, you will experience, learn, and begin to cultivate the unique process of translating the healing you received from the plants into embodied wisdom. It is the “action-taking” and the grounding into the fibers of our beings the ancestral and cosmic wisdom that the plants give us. It is the manifestation of every vision. When we do it well, it becomes the true ceremony; the ceremony of life. Learn more.