Sam Woolfe explores the five Buddhist precepts, focusing on the fifth precept’s stance on intoxicants. Understand differing views among Theravada and Mahayana Buddhists, and modern perspectives on psychedelics in mindfulness.
Culture & Lore
Learn about the risks of psychedelic escapism, including psychological dependence and hallucinogen use disorder, and discover how integrating insights can lead to true healing.
Mental Health
In this editorial, Jonathan Goldman, Founder of the Santo Daime-based Church of the Holy Light of the Queen, explores the spiritual healing power of plant medicines, emphasizing the importance of experienced facilitators and honoring the traditions of their indigenous roots.
Functional seizures are challenging to treat. Learn how psychedelic-assisted therapy and complexity science may offer new hope for managing this complex condition.
Science
Discover the potential benefits of the Stamets Stack microdosing protocol, combining psilocybin mushrooms, Lion’s Mane, and Niacin.
Biohacking
Psychedelic therapist Steve Elfrink shares an intense LSD trip at the Minnesota State Fair, highlighting psychedelic iatrogenic structural dissociation and the need for trauma-informed care.
Consciousness
Explore the potential of psilocybin and medicinal mushrooms like Lion’s Mane for ADHD. Discover promising research on symptom management and overall well-being.
Discover how Jungian psychology and psychedelic experiences can converge to foster self-awareness and cultural evolution, enhancing personal well-being and societal empathy.
Explore yagé, a plant-based psychedelic brew from the Amazon, its traditional uses, preparation methods, cultural significance, and therapeutic potential, with safety tips for ceremonies.
Learn about the ayahuasca dieta, its purposes, common restrictions, and its role in enhancing and integrating the ayahuasca experience.
Steve Elfrink's year-long ordeal after an ayahuasca ceremony highlights the need for better management of adverse reactions in psychedelic therapy.
Learn about dosing magic mushrooms, from microdoses to heroic doses, and ensure a safe and meaningful experience with proper guidelines and considerations.