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Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a type of mushroom that has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine for its medicinal properties. It is widely known for its unique appearance resembling a lion's mane, hence the name. In recent years, research has been conducted on the compounds found in Lion's Mane and the potential benefits they may offer. This article will explore the compounds of interest in Lion's Mane and their potential benefits.

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Whether you had a solo journey or took a psychedelic trip with your friends, whether it was plant medicine in a ceremony or hallucinatory drugs in a clinic, proper processing of these transcendental experiences is both valuable and necessary. Despite what it can feel like, real healing often comes after the trip. 

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There’s nothing quite like curling up with a good book. And while text may not always capture the trippy visuals and non-linear flow of a psychedelic experience, the written word can certainly transmit a lot of wisdom in its own way. In the spirit of celebrating the books that have supported us along the path of conscious expansion, we’ve created a list of our top 10 psychedelic books for you to enjoy!

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There is no denying it ─ psychedelics are becoming mainstream. This is almost certainly connected to the recent surge of studies that have been revealing the many benefits of psychedelic plants for healing illnesses such as depression and anxiety.

One of the interesting side effects of this popularization is that it has spurred interest in retreats that make use of these substances for healing purposes ─ immersive psychedelic retreat centers are now popping up all over the world. 

If you’re feeling called to participate in a psychedelic retreat here’s a rundown of what to look for and what to expect. 

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Carlos Castaneda catapulted to fame in the 1960s with his mystical books documenting the teachings of Yaqui shaman and sorcerer Don Juan Matus. Castaneda’s life-affirming learnings became a handbook for the new age revolution, and his books still sell thousands of copies each year. 

Yet there is a considerable degree of controversy surrounding this literary icon, with some claiming that Carlos Castaneda was a total fraud and that the teachings of Don Juan were a figment of the author’s imagination.

So what is fact and what is fiction? Let’s take a closer look at the mysterious legacy of Carlos Castaneda.

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Cultivating 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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If you're interested in growing magic mushrooms at home, you may be wondering how to increase the levels of psilocybin, the compound responsible for the mushrooms' psychedelic effects. Recent research has suggested that two key factors in psilocybin production are light and tryptophan.
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Intriguing 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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For many centuries all around the world, different cultures have known about the powerful medicinal benefits of magic mushrooms. If you've taken mushrooms, you can most likely vouch for their positive life-changing effects. 

After the widespread condemnation of these substances, it’s only in recent decades that doctors, psychologists, and scientists have once again started to explore the healing power of psychedelics. A fast-growing body of research shows psychedelic mushrooms have significant therapeutic potential. Let’s look at the top 5 most recent scientific discoveries involving magic mushrooms.

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Magic 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. 

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