I’m so glad you’re here—whether you’re reading this now or catching up later. This newsletter is designed as a companion to my webinar on finding more balance, achieving better performance, and ultimately unlocking greater success in both life and career.
For those of you who don’t know me yet, my name is Peggy Van de Plassche. Originally from France, I moved to Canada 21 years ago and spent two decades in the financial services industry—working as an executive, an entrepreneur, and a board member. It was a successful career, but like many of you, I realized that success without wellness is not sustainable.
Why Performance and Balance Are Non-Negotiable
Performance and balance are the cornerstones of success—whatever success looks like for you.
Each of us defines success differently. Some prioritize career growth, others family, others mental and physical well-being. No matter your priorities, achieving peak performance and balance in life is essential to reaching your full potential.
Why? Because who you are in one area of life spills over into every other area.
If you’re anxious at home, you’ll be anxious at work.
If you lack focus in your career, you’ll struggle to stay present in your personal life.
If you’re emotionally reactive, that pattern will play out in business meetings just as much as in family conversations.
The Microdose Diet—both my book and my business—is built on the principle that when you optimize your mind, you optimize your entire life.
The Four Key Elements of Success: Mindset, Focus, Creativity, and Emotional Regulation
1. Mental Clarity: The Power of a Calm, Focused Mind
Mental clarity makes decision-making easier and faster. When you’re clear-headed, you can trust your instincts rather than making choices from a place of fear or conditioning.
Have you ever reacted to a situation only to later realize that your response came from past traumas, not present reality? Maybe it was:
An old boss who made you doubt yourself.
A childhood experience that left you feeling unworthy.
A moment of stress where your fight-or-flight response took over instead of calm reasoning.
Mental clarity means removing these layers of emotional baggage so that when challenges arise, you respond intentionally rather than react emotionally.
2. Focus: Eliminating Distractions & Strengthening Attention
We live in a world full of distractions. The more distractions we allow, the weaker our ability to concentrate becomes.
When you’re in a meeting, are you fully there? Or is part of your mind thinking about the errands you need to run, the texts you need to send, or the emails you have to answer?
True focus means being fully engaged in the present moment. It’s the state where time disappears, creativity flows, and productivity skyrockets.
3. Creativity & Problem-Solving: Seeing Solutions, Not Roadblocks
Microdosing has been a game-changer for my creativity and problem-solving skills. By enhancing pattern recognition, it allows me to see connections and opportunities that I previously missed.
This skill isn’t just for artists or designers—it’s essential in business, leadership, and personal growth. Whether you’re managing a team, running a company, or navigating your own life’s challenges, creativity fuels innovative thinking and adaptability.
4. Emotional Balance: Regulating Reactions & Breaking Old Patterns
Emotional regulation is crucial for success in both career and relationships.
When we’re emotionally balanced, we:
✔️ Stay calm under pressure.
✔️ Respond to challenges with clarity.
✔️ Navigate relationships—both personal and professional—with ease.
Without emotional regulation, we repeat old patterns—reacting out of habit rather than making conscious choices. The key to breaking these cycles? Rewiring the brain and calming the nervous system.
How to Rewire the Brain & Reset the Nervous System
Many of our mental and emotional patterns were formed before we were even seven years old.
Think about it: A five-year-old version of you may have misinterpreted a moment (your mother being late to pick you up, a teacher’s criticism) and decided:
🚫 "I’m not lovable."
🚫 "I have no value."
🚫 "I always mess up."
These false beliefs stay with us into adulthood—shaping our thoughts, reactions, and decision-making.
To truly break free, we need to:
✅ Interrupt the cycle of automatic reactions.
✅ Reprogram outdated beliefs.
✅ Create a buffer between trigger and response.
This is where microdosing becomes a powerful tool.
Microdosing: The Secret Weapon for Mental Clarity, Balance & Peak Performance
What Is Microdosing?
Microdosing involves taking small, sub-perceptual doses of a substance to experience its benefits without feeling high or altered.
Common substances for microdosing include:
Psilocybin (magic mushrooms)
MDMA (ecstasy)
LSD (acid)
Ayahuasca
How Does Microdosing Work?
Microdosing calms the nervous system and rewires the brain by:
✔️ Reducing stress and anxiety
✔️ Improving focus and memory
✔️ Enhancing creativity and problem-solving
✔️ Boosting mood and emotional resilience
Microdosing is not about escaping reality—it’s about engaging with it more effectively.
Choosing the Right Microdosing Approach
I offer two options for those looking to explore microdosing:
1. Brain Power Microdose (With Psychedelics)
Contains 100mg psilocybin, plus Lion’s Mane, Green Tea, Ginger, and Niacin.
Designed for brain rewiring, mood stabilization, and enhanced focus.
Learn More About The Brain Power Microdose
2. The Legal Brain Power Microdose (Without Psychedelics)
Uses a blend of nootropics and adaptogens to mimic the benefits of microdosing.
Perfect for those who want the benefits of microdosing without any legal concerns.
Both are available at TheMicrodoseDiet.com.
Learn More About The Legal Brain Power Microdose
Why Are You Here? Defining Your Intention
You’re here because you want more balance, more performance, and ultimately more success—but let’s go deeper.
What do you really want?
For me, the overarching reason I microdose is to be more in my authority.
✔️ To be less impacted by my conditioning
✔️ To shed limiting beliefs—over and over again
✔️ To strive for zero stress, zero anxiety (okay, maybe not zero, but as close as possible)
This isn’t about chasing perfection. I’m not the Dalai Lama. But if I can reduce my stress and anxiety little by little, day after day, the impact on my life is monumental.
One of the biggest transformations I’ve experienced through microdosing is in my self-confidence—and that has changed everything.
The Self-Worth Revolution: How Microdosing Can Help You Own Your Power
For years, I doubted myself. I overanalyzed every decision. I criticized myself constantly.
Even when I was successful on the outside, I struggled with self-confidence and self-love internally.
Microdosing, combined with deliberate mindset practices, changed that.
Maybe that’s why you’re here. Maybe your intention is:
👉 To feel confident in business meetings—to walk in with certainty instead of second-guessing yourself.
👉 To stop seeking external validation—to trust your own voice, whether in conversations with your boss, your spouse, or your family.
👉 To break free from self-criticism—to stop beating yourself up over every little mistake.
👉 To develop deep self-love—not just in theory, but in practice.
If you’re unsure where to start, here’s my best recommendation:
→ Focus on increasing your self-worth.
Why?
Because self-worth is the foundation of everything.
When your self-worth is high:
✔️ Your life feels easier—fewer internal battles, more alignment.
✔️ You make decisions differently—from confidence, not fear.
✔️ You stop apologizing for taking up space—and start owning your presence.
In my book and online course you can learn more about the importance of boosting your self-worth.
From Doubt to Certainty: The Shift That Changes Everything
Imagine if I started this webinar thinking:
💭 I hope they like what I have to say… I don’t know if this is good enough…
Versus stepping in with unshakable belief:
🔥 I know this works. I’ve seen it transform lives. This information is powerful.
Which energy do you think would be more effective?
I used to be in the first mindset—full of doubt.
Now, I own what I bring to the table.
That shift isn’t arrogance—it’s authority. And you can cultivate it too.
But here’s the key: Microdosing alone won’t do it.
You need intentional practices that reinforce your growth—so let’s dive into the tools that will help you get there.
Tools for Breaking Through Self-Doubt & Rewiring Your Mindset
1. Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique - EFT)
Tapping is my go-to tool for calming the nervous system and breaking negative thought loops.
It’s been scientifically proven to:
✔️ Reduce cortisol (the stress hormone) by 43%
✔️ Rewire emotional responses in the brain
✔️ Interrupt automatic fear-based reactions
→ I’ll guide you through a tapping exercise shortly!
2. Breathwork: Resetting Your Nervous System in the Moment
A simple deep breath can stop stress in its tracks.
Before a stressful situation:
✔️ Inhale deeply for 4 seconds
✔️ Hold for 4 seconds
✔️ Exhale slowly through the mouth for 6-8 seconds
Repeat this 3-5 times, and watch your nervous system shift.
3. Self-Soothing Gestures
✔️ Rubbing your hands lightly over your arms or hands
✔️ Placing your hands on your face and taking deep breaths
✔️ Lightly tapping on your collarbone
These small movements signal safety to your nervous system, reducing stress instantly.
4. Journaling: Rewriting Your Inner Story
We all have deeply ingrained beliefs from childhood that shape how we see ourselves.
For example:
🚗 Your mother was five minutes late picking you up.
🧠 Your brain decided: She doesn’t love me. I don’t matter.
📖 That belief carried into adulthood, shaping your relationships and self-image.
Here’s a simple journaling exercise coming from The Work of Byron Katie to shift limiting beliefs:
✔️ Is this belief true?
✔️ Is it 100% true? (Hint: Almost nothing is 100% true!)
✔️ How does this belief make me feel?
✔️ How would I act if I didn’t have this belief?
The more you question your thoughts, the more power you take back.
Rewiring Stress and Anxiety: The Power of Tapping and Self-Soothing Techniques
The Science Behind Stress Reduction
One of the most powerful aspects of microdosing is its ability to help regulate the nervous system—reducing stress, improving emotional resilience, and rewiring deeply ingrained thought patterns.
But we don’t have to stop there. Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique - EFT) is an incredible, science-backed practice that further enhances these benefits.
When you combine microdosing + tapping, you’re doubling down on stress reduction and amplifying your ability to stay calm, present, and focused.
But tapping isn’t just about lowering stress—it’s about reprogramming the subconscious mind.
Why Does Tapping Work? Understanding the Science of Stress Rewiring
Your brain is constantly scanning for danger.
When it perceives a threat—whether real or imagined—it activates the amygdala, the part of the brain responsible for fear, stress, and survival instincts.
👉 When the amygdala is triggered, your body automatically reacts:
✔️ Heart rate increases
✔️ Breathing becomes shallow
✔️ Muscles tense
✔️ Logical thinking shuts down
This is great if you’re running from a bear, but not so great when you’re in a business meeting, having a difficult conversation, or making an important decision.
Tapping interrupts this stress response in real-time, sending calming signals to the brain that allow you to shift out of fight-or-flight mode and back into clarity, focus, and confidence.
How Tapping Neutralizes Stress and Anxiety
1️⃣ It tells your brain you are safe – When you tap on specific acupressure points, it interrupts the stress response and helps your nervous system reset.
2️⃣ It reprograms old emotional patterns – Over time, your brain learns that certain triggers no longer need a fear response.
3️⃣ It creates space for new, empowered reactions – Instead of automatically reacting with anxiety, you create a buffer that allows you to choose a calm, intentional response.
Secret Tapping Trick for Stressful Situations
💡 What if you’re in a business meeting and can’t start tapping on your face?
Here’s a subtle but powerful trick:
👉 Gently tap on the side of your index finger with your thumb under the table.
✔️ It activates the same calming acupressure points
✔️ No one will notice, and you can use it anytime, anywhere
✔️ It will instantly lower stress and help you stay grounded
This is a game-changer for high-pressure environments where you need to stay calm, confident, and in control.
You don’t have to it alone, Reach out to work with me.
Using Tapping to Transform Business Performance & Emotional Balance
Let’s talk about how this applies to real-life situations.
Imagine this:
💼 You’re walking into a high-stakes business meeting.
💭 Your thoughts start racing: What if I mess up? What if they don’t like my ideas?
💢 Your body reacts: Tight chest, shallow breathing, tension in your stomach.
Before you know it, your stress response takes over—and your performance suffers.
Now, let’s imagine a different version of you:
💼 You’re walking into the same meeting—but this time, you’ve prepared differently.
🔥 Before the meeting, you tapped to clear stress and set an intention.
🧘♀️ During the meeting, you discreetly tap on your finger under the table.
💪 You feel calm, clear, and in control.
This is the difference between reacting from stress and responding from confidence.
And the best part? The more you practice these techniques, the more automatic they become—until calm confidence is your natural default.
My talk on Microdosing to Elevate Personal and Professional Success offers a transformative approach to achieving more in life and work.
Guided Tapping Exercise: Releasing Stress & Boosting Confidence
Step 1: Identify a Stressful Situation
Think of a high-pressure moment:
A sales call
A presentation to your board
A performance review with your boss
Where do you feel tension in your body?
✔️ Tightness in your chest?
✔️ Knots in your stomach?
✔️ Pressure in your head?
Step 2: Tap on These Points While Repeating the Script
1️⃣ Eyebrow: Releasing and letting go of stress, anxiety, and self-doubt.
2️⃣ Side of eye: Letting go of fear, tension, and overwhelm.
3️⃣ Under eye: Replacing tension with calm and confidence.
4️⃣ Collarbone: I am safe. I am capable. I am in control.
5️⃣ Grab wrist, take a deep breath, and say: “Peace.”
6️⃣ Hands on heart, take another deep breath.
7️⃣ Softly tap your face three times and say: Confidence. Strength. Success.
💡 Pro tip: Repeat this three times before a big event to fully integrate the shift.
Find more Tapping and Webinars on my Website under Free Resources.
One Plus One Equals Three: Microdosing + Tapping = Transformation
Even if you don’t microdose, tapping and self-soothing alone can dramatically reduce stress and increase performance.
But when you combine microdosing + tapping, the effects are exponential.
Microdosing:
✔️ Calms the nervous system
✔️ Enhances focus and clarity
✔️ Rewires old emotional patterns
Tapping:
✔️ Interrupts automatic stress responses
✔️ Releases deeply held tension
✔️ Increases emotional resilience
Together, they create a powerful synergy that allows you to perform at your highest level with ease.
Final Thoughts: You Have the Power to Rewire Your Stress Response for Confidence, Balance, and Peak Performance
✔️ Stress is NOT a life sentence.
✔️ Anxiety does NOT have to control you.
✔️ You CAN rewire your nervous system for calm, confidence, and success.
It starts with small, intentional actions.
Start tapping. Start self-soothing. Start microdosing with intention.
You’ll be amazed at how quickly things begin to shift.
Want to Take This Further? Here’s How:
✅ Work with me one-on-one – Personalized coaching to rewire your mindset.
✅ Join my online course – A deep dive into The Microdose Diet method.
✅ Try my microdosing products – Brain Power Microdose & The Legal Brain Power Microdose
✅ Read my book – Available on Amazon.
Everything you need is at TheMicrodoseDiet.com.
Let’s Connect!
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📌 LinkedIn
👉 Hit reply and tell me: What’s one situation where you want to feel calmer and more confident?
To your success,
Peggy
