Tag Archives: magic mushrooms
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Synthetic Psychedelics 101
November 17, 2023Synthetic psychedelic compounds are human-engineered substances designed to replicate the effects of naturally occurring psychedelics, such as psilocybin or mescaline. The development of these compounds emerged in the mid-20th century, driven by a desire to understand the neurological underpinnings of altered states. Notable figures like Alexander Shulgin played a pivotal role in synthesizing and exploring these compounds, introducing the world to an array of novel substances.
The effects of synthetic psychedelics span a wide spectrum, from visual and auditory alterations to profound shifts in perception, emotion, and cognition. Users often report enhanced introspection, increased empathy, and a heightened sense of interconnectedness with the universe. It's essential to note that experiences can vary widely based on factors such as dosage, set, and setting.
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7 Alternative Ways to Access Altered States
November 17, 2023Altered states of consciousness (ASC) are intriguing phenomena that have fascinated humans for centuries. These states involve a shift in the normal patterns of perception, thought, and subjective experience.
They can be induced through various methods and serve as a window into understanding the complexities of the human mind. In this article, we will explore some of the different ways humans access altered states of consciousness.
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Why Grow Your Own Magic Mushrooms
August 31, 2023Growing your own psychedelic mushrooms can be a transformative and enlightening experience. By taking control of the cultivation process, you can better ensure the quality, purity, and potency of the mushrooms you consume. Plus, it lets you form a unique connection with your fungi friends, right from the very beginning.
Here are some of the top reasons to grow your own magic mushrooms.
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Psychedelic Summer Safety Tips Festival Edition
August 14, 2023Summer is here and it’s time to celebrate and make some magic moments. Music and psychedelic lovers alike tend to congregate at festivals in the summer, merging freedom, fun and consciousness-expanding experiences with dancing all day under the sun.
Before you dive headfirst into the heat and hedonism, here comes your ultimate guide for Psychedelic Summer Safety ─ Festival Edition.
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Psychedelics & Trauma
May 4, 2023Our understanding of psychedelics and trauma is continuously developing as the research grows. MDMA, ketamine, psilocybin, ayahuasca, and other psychedelic substances have shown great promise for healing treatment-resistant post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health issues. So let’s explore how different psychedelic substances can support recovering and releasing trauma from our systems.
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Mushroom & Truffle Strain Guide
March 5, 2023There are around 14,000 different mushroom species that have been identified in the world, and of these only 180 are psychoactive. Each species and strain can─ significantly or subtly ─ differ in appearance, distribution, and potency. To get an overview, we’ve gathered up some of our favorite mushroom and truffle types to consider their similarities and differences.
One caveat to mention before diving into this quick and easy strain comparison: the effects of psychedelic substances can (and will) vary from person to person, making the results difficult to compare or predict as they depend on many personal factors and environmental circumstances.
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Magic mushrooms species
January 24, 2023Today we are going to speak shortly about four of the more famous and consumed hallucinogenic fungus all around the world: Panaeolus cyanescens, Psilocybe azurescens, Psilocybe cubensis, Psilocybe semilanceata. We have talked before about different varieties of magic mushrooms (mexican, hawaii, orissa...), but every variety belong to an species. Do you want to know them?
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How to grow Your Own Magic Mushrooms
December 2, 2022Cultivating mushrooms at home is a fairly simple process, but one that offers rich rewards. It can be incredibly satisfying to nurture your fungi friends as they grow and there is a lot to learn along the way. In this article we outline some of the essential information you will need if you are interested in growing your own magic mushrooms.
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Ego Death in Depth
November 14, 2022Intriguing and terrifying at the same time ─ the mysterious and elusive ‘ego death’ is a concept often associated with psychedelics and plant medicine ceremonies. Loss of subjective identity, enlightenment, annihilation of self… let’s have a deep dive into what the term ego death actually means and how it can happen.
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Six Things To Consider To Take Magic Mushrooms safely
October 31, 2022Magic mushrooms have certainly hit the mainstream and are receiving a lot of good press lately. They’ve been declared a breakthrough drug by the Federal Drug Administration in the USA, are becoming legalized in countries around the world, and scientific research on them continues to boom. As a result, more and more people are curious about using them.
If you are considering experimenting with psychedelics for the first time, here are some things to consider that can support a more safe (and more enjoyable!) experience with magic mushrooms.