Mindful Mutiny

Mindful Mutiny

Jeremy Van Wert, a seasoned coach, licensed psychotherapist, and former CEO, has made significant strides in personal development and mental health throughout his two-decade career. As a healer and Transformational Coach, Jeremy is driven by a compelling mission to change lives from stress to joy, stagnation to momentum, and burnout to hope. With a strong foundation in resilience, personal strength, and teamwork, Jeremy harnesses his inherent positivity and relentless pursuit of excellence to motivate others to surpass their perceived limitations. His coaching, specifically designed for high-achieving individuals, skillfully removes barriers and expands their visions, consistently revealing untapped potential. A unique aspect of Jeremy's approach is his exploration of plant-based psychedelic medicine, which has deeply influenced his philosophy and approach to personal empowerment. Today, he helps clients overcome obstacles, eliminate self-doubt, and unlock their limitless potential. Motivated by his own transformative journey, Jeremy is passionately committed to helping others realize that they have the power to redefine their destinies, regardless of their beginnings. The Mindful Mutiny podcast, hosted by Jeremy, features inspiring stories of individuals achieving their utmost potential. Jeremy's thoughtful interviewing style ensures that each guest's brilliance and unique story is vividly brought to life.

  1. 4h ago

    Plato's Cave Explained: The Truth About Awakening, ADHD & Transformation

    What if the greatest story about psychedelic transformation was written 2,400 years ago by someone who never took a psychedelic? Jeremy Van Wert explores Plato's Allegory of the Cave and its powerful connection to ADHD, anxiety, masking, conditioning, and awakening. Discover what happens when we step beyond old identities, trauma, beliefs, and expectations to see ourselves differently. What cave are you being called to leave? Share your thoughts in the comments and learn more about Jeremy's transformative work and Light in the Mountains retreat through the link in the description. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:05 The Prisoners Who Mistake Shadows for Reality 04:10 What Happens When You're Pulled Out of the Cave 06:15 The Beauty and Fear of a New Reality 08:20 Returning to the Cave and Being Rejected 10:25 The Moral Choice After Awakening 12:30 The Chains of Conditioning and Masking 14:35 Psychedelic Transformation and Higher Consciousness 16:40 Breaking Free From Old Projections 18:45 What It Really Means to Leave the Cave #PlatosCave #PsychedelicTransformation #ADHD #Awakening #PersonalTransformation #SelfDiscovery #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Masking #TraumaHealing #Consciousness #PsychedelicTherapy #PersonalGrowth #InnerHealing #Transformation Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

  2. 4h ago

    Plato's Cave Explained: The Truth About Awakening, ADHD & Transformation

    What if the greatest story about psychedelic transformation was written 2,400 years ago by someone who never took a psychedelic? Jeremy Van Wert explores Plato's Allegory of the Cave and its powerful connection to ADHD, anxiety, masking, conditioning, and awakening. Discover what happens when we step beyond old identities, trauma, beliefs, and expectations to see ourselves differently. What cave are you being called to leave? Share your thoughts in the comments and learn more about Jeremy's transformative work and Light in the Mountains retreat through the link in the description. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:05 The Prisoners Who Mistake Shadows for Reality 04:10 What Happens When You're Pulled Out of the Cave 06:15 The Beauty and Fear of a New Reality 08:20 Returning to the Cave and Being Rejected 10:25 The Moral Choice After Awakening 12:30 The Chains of Conditioning and Masking 14:35 Psychedelic Transformation and Higher Consciousness 16:40 Breaking Free From Old Projections 18:45 What It Really Means to Leave the Cave #PlatosCave #PsychedelicTransformation #ADHD #Awakening #PersonalTransformation #SelfDiscovery #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Masking #TraumaHealing #Consciousness #PsychedelicTherapy #PersonalGrowth #InnerHealing #Transformation Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

  3. Sep 10

    Psychedelic Injustice: Who Really Owns Psychedelic Medicine? Tom Hatsis

    Who really owns psychedelic medicine? In this thought-provoking conversation, Jeremy sits down with Thomas Tom Hatsis, author of Psychedelic Injustice, to challenge common narratives around psychedelic history, Indigenous traditions, Christianity, psychedelic therapy, and the gatekeeping of psychedelic medicine. They also explore responsible facilitation, psychedelic integration, and why healing should be about the person, not politics or ideology. Timestamps: 00:00 — Intro: Challenging the Psychedelic Conversation 07:00 — Why Psychedelic Culture Resists Debate 14:00 — Who Owns Psychedelic Medicine? 21:00 — Christianity & Psychedelic History 28:00 — Identity, Heritage & Psychedelic Healing 35:00 — Do Psychedelics Need More Research? 42:00 — Who Should Facilitate Psychedelics? 49:00 — Politics & the Psychedelic Movement 56:00 — Rethinking Psychedelic Education 01:02:00 — Final Reflections on Healing & ADHD #PsychedelicMedicine #Psychedelics #PsychedelicTherapy #PsychedelicInjustice #ThomasHatsis #PsychedelicHistory #PsychedelicHealing #PsychedelicCulture #LSD #ADHD #MindfulMutiny Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

  4. Sep 4

    The ADHD "Prometheus" Curse: Why Doing the Right Thing Can Cost You Everything

    What if your ADHD makes you see problems, patterns, and injustice that everyone else seems willing to ignore? In this episode, we explore the story of Prometheus and why his decision to steal fire for humanity is a powerful metaphor for the ADHD experience. From seeing patterns others miss to acting on a deep sense of justice, ADHD can come with a painful cost: isolation, shame, burnout, and constantly questioning whether you did the right thing. This episode explores the ADHD shame cycle, rejection, authority, justice sensitivity, impulsivity, and the pressure of always being the person who steps up. If you've ever felt like you're being punished for saying what everyone else refuses to say, this story may feel surprisingly familiar. Your sense of justice isn't necessarily a flaw. The challenge is learning how to use it without burning yourself out. Timestamps: 00:00 — Intro 01:23 — How Prometheus Created Humanity 02:33 — Why Zeus Kept Fire From Humans 03:22 — The Decision to Steal the Fire 04:14 — Prometheus Gives Fire to Humanity 05:29 — The Punishment for Defying Authority 07:10 — Why Prometheus Never Regretted His Choice 09:08 — The ADHD Connection: Seeing Patterns Others Miss 11:12 — ADHD, Shame, and the Cost of Doing What's Right 13:23 — Burnout, Justice, and Learning to Protect Yourself #ADHD #ADHDAwareness #ADHDSupport #ADHDBrain #ADHDLife #ADHDAdults #ADHDAndJustice #ADHDBurnout #ADHDShame #Neurodiversity #Prometheus #MentalHealth #ADHDCommunity Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

  5. Aug 30

    ADHD, Shame & the Holy Grail: Why Being Yourself Changes Everything | Mindful Mutiny

    What if the thing you're searching for is already right in front of you? In this episode of Mindful Mutiny, Jeremy Van Wert explores the story of Percival and the Holy Grail through the lens of ADHD, anxiety, shame, masking, and self-worth. A powerful reminder that you don't have to become someone else to discover your highest self. Sometimes, the answer begins with trusting yourself, asking the right questions, and embracing who you are. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:18 – Why Percival Leaves the Forest to Become a Knight 02:34 – Learning to Stay Quiet: When Rules Become a Mask 03:53 – The Fisher King and the Questions Percival Never Asked 05:15 – The One Question That Could Have Healed the Kingdom 06:49 – Finding the Holy Grail by Learning to Truly Seek 08:28 – ADHD, Anxiety, Shame and the Search for Your Highest Self 09:47 – Why Trying to Be Someone Else Keeps You From Your Potential 11:29 – The Holy Grail as a Search for Wisdom, Healing and Connection 11:39 – Embrace Who You Are and Ask the Right Questions #ADHD #ADHDAdults #Neurodivergent #Anxiety #SelfWorth #SelfAcceptance #ADHDHealing #ADHDMasking #RejectionSensitivity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #MindfulMutiny #HolyGrail #Percival #Authenticity Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

  6. Aug 30

    ADHD, Rejection & Anxiety: The Secret to Finding Joy Again

    What if rejection, judgment, and anxiety aren't as powerful as you think? In this Mindful Mutiny episode, Jeremy Van Wert shares the story of the Three Laughing Monks and what their radical joy can teach us about ADHD, anxiety, rejection sensitivity, and authenticity. If you constantly feel overwhelmed, judged, rejected, or like you're "too much," this episode offers a different perspective. Jeremy explores how self-acceptance, authenticity, and joy can help you stop taking everything so seriously and feel more free to be yourself. You'll also hear a powerful perspective on rejection sensitivity and ADHD, including why some rejection may ultimately lead you somewhere better. If you're ready to stop being so hard on yourself and live with more joy, hope, and freedom, this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: The Three Laughing Monks 01:44 – The Monk Who Laughed in the Face of Death 04:39 – ADHD, Anxiety & Losing Your Sense of Joy 06:06 – Stop Masking: The Power of Authenticity 07:17 – Why You're Never "Too Much" 08:54 – Finding Joy Even in Difficult Times 09:39 – Rejection Sensitivity & Changing Your Perspective 11:07 – What Actually Matters in Life 12:22 – You Are More Than Your ADHD or Trauma 13:43 – Joy Is Infectious: Becoming Your Authentic Self #ADHD #ADHDAwareness #RejectionSensitivity #Anxiety #MentalHealth #ADHDTips #SelfAcceptance #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #FindingJoy #Mindfulness #EmotionalHealing #TraumaHealing #MindfulMutiny #JeremyVanWert Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

  7. Aug 30

    Loki Wasn't the Villain: The ADHD Myth Hiding in Norse Mythology

    What if Loki wasn't simply a trickster or villain? What if his story is actually a powerful reflection of the ADHD brain, neurodivergence, rejection sensitivity, masking, impulsivity, and the cost of never feeling like you belong? In this episode, we explore Loki through a different lens: his chaotic problem-solving, shapeshifting, outsider identity, urgency-driven brilliance, and the resentment that grew from being constantly needed but never truly trusted. His story offers a striking perspective on ADHD and emotional dysregulation, especially what can happen when brilliance is misunderstood and shame replaces belonging. But Loki's story doesn't have to end in Ragnarok. Discover what his myth can teach us about ADHD, burnout, masking, belonging, relationships, healing, and integrating the parts of ourselves we've been taught to exile. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:28 Loki's Unconventional Problem-Solving Mind 03:03 The Wall-Building Crisis and Last-Minute Genius 04:54 Why Loki Was Needed but Never Trusted 06:13 The Mistletoe Moment: Impulsivity and Resentment 08:30 From Rejection to Rage: Loki and Ragnarok 10:48 The ADHD Connection: A Shapeshifting Mind 12:35 Masking, Identity, and the Cost of Fitting In 14:21 ADHD Burnout, Rage, and the Need to Be Understood 16:35 From Chaos to Integration: Rewriting Your Myth #ADHD #ADHDAdults #Neurodivergent #Neurodiversity #ADHDAwareness #ADHDHealing #RejectionSensitivity #ADHDBurnout #ADHDMasking #NorseMythology #Loki #MentalHealth #EmotionalRegulation #ADHDMind #PersonalGrowth Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

  8. Aug 14

    Your Followers Don't Matter as Much as You Think | Business, Branding & Purpose | Shem & Jeremy

    What if the numbers you're chasing on social media aren't actually the numbers that matter? This episode explores personal branding, digital marketing, entrepreneurship, business growth, and measuring success beyond followers and likes. We also dive into the story behind Safety Pup XD, the wine industry, meaningful business relationships, and why real impact matters more than vanity metrics. The conversation goes deeper into faith, spirituality, personal responsibility, and learning to think for yourself. If you're an entrepreneur, creator, marketer, or business owner, there's plenty to take away. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 06:30 - Why Dogs Are More Than Pets 13:00 - The Business Born From a Lost Dog 19:30 - Building a Personal Brand That Matters 26:00 - Why Followers Don't Equal Business Success 32:30 - How Different Generations Buy Wine 38:00 - Finding Great Wine Without Breaking the Bank 45:00 - Why Experience Matters More Than Taste 51:00 - Learning, Faith & Thinking for Yourself 57:30 - Spirituality, Responsibility & The Choices We Control 01:02:37 - Final Thoughts & Where to Find Shem #Entrepreneurship #PersonalBranding #DigitalMarketing #BusinessGrowth #SocialMediaMarketing #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneur #BrandBuilding #DigitalMarketingStrategy #WineIndustry #DogSafety #DogLovers #FaithAndBusiness #PurposeDrivenBusiness #MarketingStrategy Follow Jeremy Van Wert on https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmutiny/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremy.van.wert Join the Mindful Mutiny Community! https://patreon.com/MindfulMutiny We now have Mindful Mutiny Merch! https://mindful-mutiny.creator-spring.com/ Sponsors Xponential Intelligence https://thexicode.com/ Pachamama Sacred Paths https://www.sacredpachamama.org/ 🌐 Visit https://mindfulmutiny.com/ to: ✍️ Sign up for the Mutineers Newsletter 🗓️ Schedule a free consultation for: 🧠 General Life Coaching 🧠 Executive Coaching 🧠 ADHD Coaching 🧠 Psychedelic Integration Coaching 📝 Apply to be a guest on the Mindful Mutiny Podcast Copyright © 2026 Mindful Mutiny All rights reserved Hosted by Jeremy Van Wert

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Jeremy Van Wert, a seasoned coach, licensed psychotherapist, and former CEO, has made significant strides in personal development and mental health throughout his two-decade career. As a healer and Transformational Coach, Jeremy is driven by a compelling mission to change lives from stress to joy, stagnation to momentum, and burnout to hope. With a strong foundation in resilience, personal strength, and teamwork, Jeremy harnesses his inherent positivity and relentless pursuit of excellence to motivate others to surpass their perceived limitations. His coaching, specifically designed for high-achieving individuals, skillfully removes barriers and expands their visions, consistently revealing untapped potential. A unique aspect of Jeremy's approach is his exploration of plant-based psychedelic medicine, which has deeply influenced his philosophy and approach to personal empowerment. Today, he helps clients overcome obstacles, eliminate self-doubt, and unlock their limitless potential. Motivated by his own transformative journey, Jeremy is passionately committed to helping others realize that they have the power to redefine their destinies, regardless of their beginnings. The Mindful Mutiny podcast, hosted by Jeremy, features inspiring stories of individuals achieving their utmost potential. Jeremy's thoughtful interviewing style ensures that each guest's brilliance and unique story is vividly brought to life.