Conference in Rio Defends Psychedelics in Public Health
Posted: 12/11/2024The II Brazilian Congress on Psychedelics, held at IPUB-UFRJ, focused on integrating psychedelics into Brazil's SUS healthcare system, highlighting accessibility and regulation challenges. Experts discussed clinical trials, cultural practices, and political obstacles. Researchers are exploring alternatives like DMT for accessibility, while critics have emphasized community-centered approaches and combating systemic barriers, including elitism and prohibitionism. The post Conference in Rio Defends Psychedelics in Public Health appeared first on Chacruna.
Solstice by Elf Freedom–Album Review (plus Two Others)
Posted: 12/9/2024Elf Freedom’s Solstice is a modern psychedelic masterpiece, blending intricate guitar work, lush effects, and a pulsing percussive undertow to create a transformative listening experience. The post Solstice by Elf Freedom–Album Review (plus Two Others) appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Solstice by Elf Freedom–Album Review (plus Two Others)
Posted: 12/9/2024Elf Freedom’s Solstice is a modern psychedelic masterpiece, blending intricate guitar work, lush effects, and a pulsing percussive undertow to create a transformative listening experience. The post Solstice by Elf Freedom–Album Review (plus Two Others) appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Transform Your Day with Mindful Practices
Posted: 12/6/2024Be mindful. Learn how to incorporate mindfulness into your daily life with actionable tips from Psychedelic Scene. Explore strategies like unplugging from technology, practicing gratitude, focusing on your breath, and even using psychedelics in therapeutic settings to enhance mental, emotional, and physical well-being. The post Transform Your Day with Mindful Practices appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Magic mushrooms may help reverse stress-induced memory deficits, new study suggests
Posted: 12/6/2024Recent research found that Psilocybe cubensis extract improved memory and increased brain plasticity-related protein levels in stressed rats, but timing was key, as benefits were observed only when given 24-48 hours before memory training.
Largest diversity study of shrooms looks into the evolution of magic mushrooms
Posted: 12/5/2024They captured the world’s attention as a psychedelic staple in the 60s and 70s. Now, these infamous fungi are leading the charge of a mental health revolution.
The Psychedelic Path to Resilience: Queer Activists and Collective Liberation
Posted: 12/4/2024Agnese Ferrante reflects on "The Queering Psychedelics" course, emphasizing the transformative role of queer, BIPOC, and trans* communities in psychedelics while addressing systemic oppressions. They highlight intersectionality, pleasure activism, and safe queer psychedelic spaces as tools for healing and resilience, advocating for inclusive, trauma-informed environments supporting liberation and global justice movements. The post The Psychedelic Path to Resilience: Queer Activists and Collective Liberation appeared first on Chacruna.
Psilocybin’s mental health benefits may include improved sleep
Posted: 12/3/2024Individuals who consumed psilocybin in a therapeutic context reported modest, sustained improvements in sleep, with baseline sleep disturbances influencing the likelihood of achieving depression remission.
Acid Lore: Chased by Giant Mars Bars!
Posted: 12/3/2024A hilarious Acid Lore urban legend of a youth on LSD, convinced giant Mars Bars were chasing him. Absurd, surreal, and widely shared in UK drug lore! The post Acid Lore: Chased by Giant Mars Bars! appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Magic Mushroom Chain FungGuyz Closes All Stores
Posted: 12/1/2024FunGuyz has closed all its Toronto locations this week, marking a significant reduction in the number of unauthorized shroom shops in the city.
Psilocybin therapy offers relief from multiple psychiatric symptoms in cancer patients
Posted: 12/1/2024Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy improved interpersonal sensitivity, hostility, obsession-compulsion, and somatization in cancer patients without causing lasting phobia, paranoia, or psychosis, suggesting its potential as a multidimensional treatment for complex psychiatric distress.
Hypnotise the World by Lords of Form–Album Review
Posted: 11/30/2024Hypnotise the World, the latest album from Lords of Form, led by ex-Hawkwind member Niall Hone, offers a dynamic blend of space rock, heavy beats, and hypnotic synths, showcasing Hone’s creative vision. The post Hypnotise the World by Lords of Form–Album Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Delicious Recipes with Magic Mushrooms and Truffles
Posted: 11/30/2024Sociedelic Sociedelic - Psychedelic Society Community and News Are you searching for the best magic mushroom recipes to elevate your culinary creations? In this article, we present a collection of delicious magic mushroom recipes, including dishes featuring magic truffles. These recipes are designed to blend flavor with creativity. Please remember to consume responsibly and adhere to local laws regarding magic mushrooms and truffles. Magic mushrooms […] The post Delicious Recipes with Magic Mushrooms and Truffles appeared first on Sociedelic.
How to Write Psychedelic Screenplays
Posted: 11/29/2024Learn how to write a psychedelic screenplay that bends reality and challenges norms. From surreal visuals to grounded characters, this guide covers tips to craft compelling, mind-bending stories that captivate audiences The post How to Write Psychedelic Screenplays appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
From Berlin to Hanoi: How The Artist’s Way Has Changed My Life
Posted: 11/29/2024Over the last year and a half since completing The Artist’s Way creativity course in April 2023, I’ve become something of a regular at music open mics, attending and playing dozens of times around the world—in my home country in the UK, my old stomping ground Berlin, my Mum’s home metropolis of Hong Kong, and […] The post From Berlin to Hanoi: How The Artist’s Way Has Changed My Life appeared first on Maps of the Mind.
Psychedelic Relics: Psychedelic Lollipop
Posted: 11/27/2024Discover the story behind Psychedelic Lollipop by The Blues Magoos! Join host Farmer John as he interviews iconic frontman Peppy Castro about the band’s rise to fame, their groundbreaking sound, and the legendary 1966 debut album. The post Psychedelic Relics: Psychedelic Lollipop appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Exploring the Benefits of Microdosing Psychedelics in Dark Times
Posted: 11/26/2024'Doing' psychedelics is not about distracting from 'reality'. It is about facing reality in a way that helps us engage and participate. On this side of the hemisphere, we are facing the dark season. In the USA, we're facing uncertainty that feels heavy and full of conflict, with no clear vision. As a Psychedelic Integration Therapist, I'm in awe that I have new clients willing to face, engage, and participate in 'reality' by exploring psychedelics. The post Exploring the Benefits of Microdosing Psychedelics in Dark Times appeared first on Psychedelic Integration.
Set and Setting: Timothy Leary’s Essential Safety Measure for Trying Psychedelics
Posted: 11/24/2024Discover Timothy Leary’s essential ‘set and setting’ principle for psychedelic safety. Learn how mindset and environment can shape meaningful and positive experiences. The post Set and Setting: Timothy Leary’s Essential Safety Measure for Trying Psychedelics appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
What do you know about the legal cases fighting for the right to access therapeutic use of psilocybin?
Posted: 11/22/2024Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 from 12:00-1:30pm PST Register for this event here. Join our discussion on the groundbreaking efforts to establish federal safe harbor for psilocybin-assisted therapy for individuals with life-threatening […] The post What do you know about the legal cases fighting for the right to access therapeutic use of psilocybin? appeared first on Chacruna.
A single dose of psilocybin leads to long-lasting optimism boost in animal study
Posted: 11/22/2024A single psilocybin dose increased optimism and engagement in rats for two weeks by enhancing reward processing and reducing loss aversion. These findings suggest psilocybin may help address depressive symptoms like withdrawal and pessimism.
Artist Spotlight: Frank Levine
Posted: 11/21/2024Frank Levine, an artist originally from Philadelphia now based in Nevada, finds inspiration in the vibrant desert surroundings and his lifelong exploration of art and music. Influenced by Abstract Expressionists like Pollock, as well as Kandinsky, O’Keeffe, and psychedelic art, Frank creates unique works using Alcohol Ink, acrylics, and house paint. A retired decorative painting ... Read more The post Artist Spotlight: Frank Levine appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Scientists Think DMT Is Responsible for Life’s Most Mysterious Experiences
Posted: 11/21/2024DMT might be the vehicle behind dreams, spiritual awakenings, and even wild visions during near-death experiences. [...] Read More... The post Scientists Think DMT Is Responsible for Life’s Most Mysterious Experiences appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.
Course: Critical Perspectives on Knowledge Production in Psychedelic Science 2025
Posted: 11/20/2024January 7th – April 8th 2025, 10:30am-12pm PST/1:30pm-3pm EST REGISTER HERE Price $950 USD CE credits approval pendingCE Credits Offered: 24 total Scholarship Application In the midst of the current “renaissance” in […] The post Course: Critical Perspectives on Knowledge Production in Psychedelic Science 2025 appeared first on Chacruna.
Psychedelics may help 8 million Americans with Post Presidential Election Major Depression and Anxiety
Posted: 11/19/2024When our pupils dilate, we take in more light and information, allowing us a broader perspective. Our pupils expand when we fall in love or become deeply engaged in an activity. We are born with a natural sense of awe and wonder, and psychedelics can help us reconnect with that feeling, moving us away from doom and gloom, especially in the face of crises like climate change and political turmoil. Psychedelics encourage us to look up, shift our focus, and explore different ways to respond to the same situations. The post Psychedelics may help 8 million Americans with Post Presidential Election Major Depression and Anxiety appeared first on Psychedelic Integration.
Ayahuasca Beyond Trauma – An Anthropological View
Posted: 11/18/2024Ayahuasca experiences range from mundane memories to visions of otherworldly realms, influencing perceptions of time. Non-Indigenous contexts often focus on past traumas, contrasting with Amazonian practices emphasizing future or present visions for healing. This reflects broader cultural differences: Western contexts emphasize trauma, while Amazonian traditions link healing to ecological harmony and future possibilities. The post Ayahuasca Beyond Trauma – An Anthropological View appeared first on Chacruna.
Marquee: The Story of the World’s Greatest Music Venue–Book Review
Posted: 11/18/2024The history of London’s iconic Marquee Club features legends like Bowie and Pink Floyd, highlights its glory days and iconic gigs, and examines its role in shaping music history. The post Marquee: The Story of the World’s Greatest Music Venue–Book Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
New Music: Dancing the Same Dance by Misha Chylkova
Posted: 11/15/2024Dancing the Same Dance is the debut album by Czech-born, London-based singer-songwriter Misha Chylkova, exploring themes of love, repetition, and emotional cycles. The post New Music: Dancing the Same Dance by Misha Chylkova appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.