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Combining MDMA and Psilocybin: A Guide to Enhance Your Journey

Posted: 6/25/2023

If you’ve been finding it difficult to relax and open up in your psilocybin journeys, then you might consider combining it with MDMA. MDMA can help bring about a more relaxed, open-hearted space, which is an ideal state, or set, to enter a psilocybin journey. There are a few members inside our The Conscious Psychedelic […] The post Combining MDMA and Psilocybin: A Guide to Enhance Your Journey appeared first on Maps of the Mind.

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The Psych Ward: In Search of the Lost Chord by the Moody Blues

Posted: 6/23/2023

The Moody Blues followed up their orchestral masterpiece Days of Future Passed with a pleasant psychedelic record that many consider to be masterpiece as well. The post The Psych Ward: In Search of the Lost Chord by the Moody Blues appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Exploring HHC Carts: A New Pathway to an Uplifted Mood

Posted: 6/22/2023

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News Have you been in search of an alternative to coffee for a bit of an energy boost? Something user-friendly, inconspicuous, and accessible just about everywhere? HHC carts offer a near-instantaneous way to improve your mood and foster a sense of connectedness. They’re rich in cannabinoids – naturally-occurring compounds from the cannabis plant – that interact […] The post Exploring HHC Carts: A New Pathway to an Uplifted Mood appeared first on Sociedelic.

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CBD for Anxiety: How and Why CBD Can Help You Cope (2023)

Posted: 6/21/2023

Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News Seeking relief from anxiety? Here are the best CBD oils that have proven effectiveness. Find your path to a calmer mind today. The post CBD for Anxiety: How and Why CBD Can Help You Cope (2023) appeared first on Sociedelic.

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Think Pink V by Twink–Album Review

Posted: 6/21/2023

Twink, the unheralded but seminal English musician who has been making psychedelic music consistently since the 60s, dropped a new album this month: Think Pink V. The post Think Pink V by Twink–Album Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Revitalizing Traditions: The Modernization of Hookah Culture

Posted: 6/20/2023

From ancient traditions to modern delights, hookahs are enchanting smoking devices meant to be shared. Discover the latest technology in hookah culture.

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Psilocybin-enhanced group psychotherapy for depression shows promise in patients with cancer

Posted: 6/20/2023

A new study suggests that psilocybin-assisted group therapy is a promising approach for cancer patients dealing with depressive symptoms. The research, which appears in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, provides initial evidence of the safety, feasibility, and possible efficacy of psilocybin-assisted group therapy.

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Pride Month: Fostering Mental Health & Advocacy

Posted: 6/19/2023

Numinus Stands with the LGBTQ2+ Community June 6th, 2023, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), a leading LGBTQ+ advocacy group, declared a state of emergency for LGBTQ+ individuals in the United States due to a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, primarily targeting transgender Americans. In 2023 alone, legislators from 41 US states introduced more than 525 anti-LGBTQ+ […] The post Pride Month: Fostering Mental Health & Advocacy appeared first on Numinus.

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Teonanacatl Mushroom Guide

Posted: 6/19/2023

Discover the psychedelic wonders of the Teonanacatl mushroom in our detailed guide. Learn about their potency and dosage and how to identify them in the wild.

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Interview: Dennis McKenna

Posted: 6/19/2023

Dennis McKenna,  a founding board member of the Heffter Research Institute, discusses the notion of cultural appropriation, how to find a reliable shaman, and the need for plant medicine to become affordable and accessible. The post Interview: Dennis McKenna appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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New study highlights the struggle of preventing the placebo effect in psychedelic research

Posted: 6/17/2023

Incorporating the psychedelic drug psilocybin into psychotherapy shows promise in the treatment of depression, according to new research published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. But the study also highlights the difficulty of implementing effective blinding procedures to prevent expectancy effects when researching psychedelic substances. Despite using a rigorous methodology, researchers found that nearly all participants were able to distinguish between a placebo and the active substance.

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The Psych Ward: Anthem of the Sun by The Grateful Dead

Posted: 6/16/2023

The Dead’s psychedelic second album, Anthem of the Sun, is a five-song odyssey that captures the band at their most unmitigated in the studio. The post The Psych Ward: Anthem of the Sun by The Grateful Dead appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Practical Tips for Going to Concerts on MDMA

Posted: 6/16/2023

MDMA and music: Magical combo. MDMA and live music: Now we’re talking. Concerts, gigs, shows. Whatever you call them. MDMA can heighten the experience beautifully. The combo is a popular choice because it goes down so so well. As the psychedelic revival continues to grow, much talk on the use and application focuses on the […] The post Practical Tips for Going to Concerts on MDMA appeared first on Maps of the Mind.

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Antidepressants may diminish psilocybin’s effects even after discontinuation

Posted: 6/15/2023

A new study suggests that the use of certain antidepressants, specifically SSRIs and SNRIs, may weaken the acute subjective effects of psilocybin in some individuals. The findings, which appear in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, indicate that this dampening effect on psilocybin can last for a significant period of time even after stopping the antidepressant medication.

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What It's Like to Trip on DMT

Posted: 6/14/2023

Everything to know about the hallucinogenic “spirit molecule”—common side effects include seeing aliens and finally connecting with the universe.

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Psychedelics Unlock Learning Windows in the Brain

Posted: 6/14/2023

Researchers discovered a unique property of psychedelic drugs: their ability to reopen "critical periods" in the brain, times when the brain is highly susceptible to environmental learning signals. These periods, usually associated with skills development like language learning, are reopened by psychedelics for different lengths of time.

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Heal the World?

Posted: 6/13/2023

The author describes her psychedelic healing journey in three stages and suggests that personal healing is the first step toward healing the world. The post Heal the World? appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Purple Molly: Hype, Branding, or Fake?

Posted: 6/13/2023

More purple, more pizazz? Probably not. [...] Read More... The post Purple Molly: Hype, Branding, or Fake? appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

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Psilocybin shows promise in OCD treatment — even without the psychedelic “trip”

Posted: 6/13/2023

Blocking the subjective psychedelic effects of psilocybin does not appear to interfere with the substance's ability to potentially help with obsessive behaviors, according to new research published in Translational Psychiatry. The findings contribute to the growing body of research on the clinical application of psychedelics in psychiatry and highlight the need for further investigation in clinical trials to evaluate the efficacy and safety of psilocybin in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

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Here Is What You Need To Know Before You Take Magic Mushrooms

Posted: 6/12/2023

Did you know there are over 180 different types of magic mushrooms? Here's what you need to know before you venture off onto your journey.

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MDMA-Fuelled Journaling: Reflection to Revelation

Posted: 6/11/2023

Picture this: you, reclining comfortably, pen in hand, experiencing the heightened state of openness and ease induced by MDMA. This is the perfect moment to embark on a journaling journey of self-discovery. Welcome to the transformative world of journaling in MDMA sessions. In this blog post, we will explore the powerful combination of MDMA and […] The post MDMA-Fuelled Journaling: Reflection to Revelation appeared first on Maps of the Mind.

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Philosopher’s Stone Mushroom Guide

Posted: 6/11/2023

Discover the psychedelic wonders of the Philosopher's Stone mushroom in our detailed guide. Learn about their potency and dosage and how to identify them in the wild.

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The Psych Ward: Among My Swan by Mazzy Star

Posted: 6/8/2023

In this Psych Ward piece, we look back at Among My Swan, the introspective 1996 album by alternative pop artists Mazzy Star. The post The Psych Ward: Among My Swan by Mazzy Star appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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Ayahuasca and Us

Posted: 6/6/2023

Ayahuasca is a powerful plant medicine that is used for healing and personal growth by people worldwide, but the cultural context of the plant should never be forgotten. The post Ayahuasca and Us appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

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What’s It Like Coming Down From Shrooms?

Posted: 6/4/2023

Coming down from shrooms by most accounts is considered to be a generally pleasant experience as compared with coming down off other drugs.

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Liberty Caps Mushrooms Guide

Posted: 6/4/2023

Free your mind with the psychedelic wonders of the Liberty Caps mushroom. Learn about their potency and dosage and how to identify them in the wild.

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Maximize Your MDMA Adventure: Best Practices for Safe and Optimal Experiences

Posted: 6/3/2023

MDMA is a drug that can change the world. If used wisely, it’s a substance that can help heal trauma, actively improve relationships, fire up creative inspiration, and just have a really great time. It also serves as a great entry point for psychonauts wanting to explore altered states because it’s tremendously easy to have […] The post Maximize Your MDMA Adventure: Best Practices for Safe and Optimal Experiences appeared first on Maps of the Mind.