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Psychedelic Culture and the Future of the Psychedelic Movement

Posted: 4/27/2024

Bia Labate's opening remarks for Psychedelic Culture 2024 emphasize the need for change and the collective fight required to integrate community, commit to raising awareness, and promote psychedelic justice and rights. The future of the psychedelic movement relies on the choices we make now. The post Psychedelic Culture and the Future of the Psychedelic Movement appeared first on Chacruna.

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Jack Frost Mushrooms: Identification, Potency, and Effects

Posted: 4/26/2024

Explore the world of Jack Frost mushrooms—learn about their origins, cultivation, effects, and therapeutic potential in our comprehensive guide.

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Unveiling Emotional Spillover: Differential Prejudice between Romani and Hungarian Minorities

Posted: 4/26/2024

Emotions play a major role in understanding prejudice against Romani and Hungarians in Romania and elsewhere in the world. The contemporary Romani community continues to face significant challenges and marginalization in living conditions, lack of access to basic facilities, and negative portrayal in the media. The post Unveiling Emotional Spillover: Differential Prejudice between Romani and Hungarian Minorities appeared first on Chacruna.

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The Psych Ward–The United States of America (self-titled)

Posted: 4/26/2024

The United States of America, poorly named as they were, released one eponymous album before disbanding in 1968. The post The Psych Ward–The United States of America (self-titled) appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Healing the Healers: Addressing Race and Privilege in Psychotherapy

Posted: 4/25/2024

Decolonizing psychotherapy curriculum requires integrating diverse perspectives, acknowledging historical contributions from marginalized groups, and promoting cultural competence training for all students. Psychologists must also heal themselves before they can effectively heal others, especially in the context of racial dynamics. The post Healing the Healers: Addressing Race and Privilege in Psychotherapy appeared first on Chacruna.

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How Long Does DMT Stay In Your System?

Posted: 4/24/2024

How long does DMT stay in your system and what are the effects on the body and brain? Find out now.

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Mind Maze by Mascot Moth–EP Review

Posted: 4/24/2024

Welsh band Mascot Moth recently released Mind Maze, a four-song EP that offers a playful take on psychedelia. The post Mind Maze by Mascot Moth–EP Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Passover Perspectives: Psychedelics, Moses, and the Burning Bush

Posted: 4/23/2024

Explore the connection between Passover, Moses' burning bush encounter, and the possible role of psychedelics in this biblical narrative.

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Psilocybin and Meditation: Unlocking the Potential for Enhancing Insightfulness

Posted: 4/23/2024

A groundbreaking study has provided new insights into the synergistic effects of psilocybin and meditation on brain function and subjective experience.

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Empowering Indigenous Communities: Navigating Power Dynamics in Ethical Research

Posted: 4/23/2024

Empowering Indigenous communities in medical and other scientific research requires special ethical considerations that consider power dynamics honestly and proactively. The post Empowering Indigenous Communities: Navigating Power Dynamics in Ethical Research appeared first on Chacruna.

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An Earnest Defense of Recreational Use (#LSD)

Posted: 4/22/2024

In this earnest defense of the recreational use of LSD, the author argues that recreation and therapy often overlap, challenging the stigma against non-medical psychedelics.

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Exploring Power Dynamics and Discrimination: Series Introduction and Call for Articles

Posted: 4/22/2024

Chacruna's new series on power and discrimination seeks to highlight covert aspects of power and its effect on individuals institutions. We encourage submissions that uncover hidden power structures, examine psychological consequences, and propose mechanisms for positive change. The post Exploring Power Dynamics and Discrimination: Series Introduction and Call for Articles appeared first on Chacruna.

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Artist Spotlight: Andrew Fish

Posted: 4/22/2024

Andrew Fish is a painter and printmaker who teaches at art schools and universities in his native Massachusetts.  His work explores the intersection of abstraction and representation, using the figure to investigate contemporary society and personal experience. The post Artist Spotlight: Andrew Fish appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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The Church of the Eagle and the Condor Reaches a Settlement with Federal Agencies Affirming the Religious Right to Use Ayahuasca

Posted: 4/22/2024

The Church of the Eagle and the Condor (CEC) is pleased to announce that it has reached a settlement to secure its religious freedom and the right to use Ayahuasca as its sacrament. The CEC has settled its lawsuit with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). The post The Church of the Eagle and the Condor Reaches a Settlement with Federal Agencies Affirming the Religious Right to Use Ayahuasca appeared first on Chacruna.

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The Hundredth Monkey Effect and Collective Consciousness

Posted: 4/19/2024

Explore the Hundredth Monkey Effect's impact on popular culture and collective consciousness by discovering its origins, evidence, and scientific critique.

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The Psych Ward–Elephant’s Memory

Posted: 4/19/2024

Elephant’s Memory started off as a bunch of eccentric New York City buskers before catching the interest of John and Yoko and releasing their self-titled debut. The post The Psych Ward–Elephant’s Memory appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Sea Moss Benefits, Nutrition, and Ways to Consume

Posted: 4/19/2024

The are plenty of sea moss benefits and ways to consume it. Find out what you can expect to gain from sea moss gel, gummies, and supplements.

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Are Shrooms Legal in Oregon: Full Guide

Posted: 4/17/2024

There’s a lot of buzz about the psilocybin scene in Oregon, but are shrooms legal in Oregon? Find out all the details here.

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Podcast featuring Psychedelics Attorney Gary Michael Smith

Posted: 4/17/2024

In this podcast episode, Psychedelic Scene host Adam Staples interviews attorney Gary Michael Smith, an authority on psychedelics law. The post Podcast featuring Psychedelics Attorney Gary Michael Smith appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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How Long Does Cocaine Stay In Your System?

Posted: 4/16/2024

How long does cocaine stay in your system and what are the effects on the body and brain? Find out now.

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Best Gifts for Hofmann Bicycle Day 2024

Posted: 4/16/2024

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News Hofmann Bicycle Day, commemorating Dr. Albert Hofmann’s first intentional LSD trip on April 19, 1943, has evolved into a cultural celebration of psychedelic exploration and its transformative potential. As we approach Hofmann Bicycle Day 2024, it’s the perfect time to think about gifts that resonate with the spirit of this day. Whether you’re shopping for […] The post Best Gifts for Hofmann Bicycle Day 2024 appeared first on Sociedelic.

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Press Release – Cultivate Roots for Cultural Change with Chacruna: Psychedelic Culture 2024 Tickets Now On Sale

Posted: 4/15/2024

An unmissable lineup at Chacruna's 2024 Psychedelic Culture conference centers diverse perspectives and experiential offerings. The post Press Release – Cultivate Roots for Cultural Change with Chacruna: Psychedelic Culture 2024 Tickets Now On Sale appeared first on Chacruna.

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Psychotropic Cinema: Beyond the Black Rainbow

Posted: 4/15/2024

In the 2010 sci-fi horror film Beyond the Black Rainbow, a young woman under heavy sedation tries to escape from a secluded, quasi-futuristic commune. The post Psychotropic Cinema: Beyond the Black Rainbow appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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The Psych Ward–Thank Christ for the Bomb by The Groundhogs

Posted: 4/12/2024

Thank Christ for the Bomb is a mostly forgotten gem of poignant psychedelic blues-rock that sounds fresher than you might imagine. The post The Psych Ward–Thank Christ for the Bomb by The Groundhogs appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Psychedelic Culture 2024 in Preview: Cultivating Change through Decolonial Dialogues

Posted: 4/11/2024

Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Register for this event here. Christine Diindiisi McCleave, enrolled citizen of the Turtle Mountain Ojibwe Nation, is a doctoral student at the University of […] The post Psychedelic Culture 2024 in Preview: Cultivating Change through Decolonial Dialogues appeared first on Chacruna.

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Hapé: Roots and Rituals of Ceremonial Snuff

Posted: 4/11/2024

Explore Hapé's ancient Amazonian roots, ceremonial use, and spiritual benefits in this insightful guide.

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Green Noise: Nature’s Soothing Sound for Relaxation and Focus

Posted: 4/10/2024

This colorful sound is evocative of a stroll along the beach or through a densely wooded forest. But what benefits does green noise offer? Find out here.