
The Vangelis-led aggregation Aphrodite’s Child released their final album, 666, a prog-psych triumph, before disbanding in 1972. The post The Psych Ward–666 by Aphrodite’s Child appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

The difference between a good and challenging trip often comes down to keeping your mind and body engaged. Here are some of the best things to do on shrooms and have a good time.
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In a letter, the DEA’s Drug & Chemical Evaluation Section Chief Terrence Boos confirmed that psilocybin mushroom spores are federally legal under the Controlled Substances Act. [...] Read More... The post Psilocybin Mushroom Spores Are Federally Legal Prior to Germination, DEA Confirms appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

Scientists have discovered that rapid-acting antidepressants like ketamine, psilocybin, and scopolamine can alter negative mood biases in rodent models, a symptom common in depressive disorders. This breakthrough, published in Science Translational Medicine, suggests new approaches to treat Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), which affects millions globally.

Scientists have discovered that rapid-acting antidepressants like ketamine, psilocybin, and scopolamine can alter negative mood biases in rodent models, a symptom common in depressive disorders. This breakthrough, published in Science Translational Medicine, suggests new approaches to treat Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), which affects millions globally.

In this communiqué the Mazatec people from these collectives express pride in their ancestral culture, reject unauthorized representatives in the current discussions on sacred mushrooms, demand respect for their traditions, and reject neo-colonialism. The post Statement from Mazatec groups on latest psilocybin mushroom policies appeared first on Chacruna.

In spite of Jerry Garcia’s death, the Grateful Dead has been continuing in one form or another for nearly thirty years–the same amount of time the Dead performed with original leader Jerry Garcia. The post The Music Never Stops: The Grateful Dead’s Enduring Legacy appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.
Discover these mushroom ancient roots, powerful health benefits, and the many ways you can integrate these natural healers into your daily life.

Nick Saloman and The Bevis Frond are back with a new single, “Leb Off”, and have a new album, Force of Nature, coming our way on March 1st. The post “Leb Off” by The Bevis Frond–Single Review appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

Monday, March 5th, 2024 from 9:00-12:00pm PST Register for this event here. Dr. Beatriz Caiuby Labate (Bia Labate) is a queer Brazilian anthropologist based in San Francisco. She has a Ph.D. in […] The post Decolonization, Indigenous Allyship & Protecting Sacred Plants appeared first on Chacruna.

Revisit the psychedelic odyssey of Country Joe & the Fish’s overlooked classic, ‘Electric Music for the Mind and Body,’ as we delve into their folky, protest-infused sound that defined an era but fell into obscurity. The post The Psych Ward–Electric Music for the Mind and Body by Country Joe & the Fish appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

This frosty fungi is delightful to behold—and, advocates say, transformative to eat. [...] Read More... The post Meet the Magical Jack Frost Mushroom appeared first on DoubleBlind Mag.

Have you heard of the Magic Blue Gym mushrooms? Learn all about Gymnopilus aeruginosus in our latest guide.

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The author describes her experience taking a massive dose (12 grams) of psilocybin mushrooms and compares it to her experience with DMT. The post Psilocybin Mushrooms: a Mind-Manifesting, Spellbinding Experience appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

Chacruna invites submissions to our Global History of Psychedelics series. The ongoing series highlights the dynamic ways that historic traditions, cultures, and research spaces have contributed to the field of psychedelics. We seek submissions that explore historical topics, but may include other approaches from anthropology, philosophy, religious studies, gender & sexuality studies. The post Call for Submissions – Global History of Psychedelics appeared first on Chacruna.

Can microdosing change your life? Many people will tell you that it can and that it has already changed theirs. Most people who know me know that I typically expound the benefits of larger doses, but I always like an experiment, and if that experiment includes psychedelics, even better. So I thought I’d give it […] The post One Month Microdosing Psilocybin: My Report appeared first on Maps of the Mind.

A study analyzed Reddit posts to investigate how psilocybin affects self-perception and recognition in mirror gazing, finding it tends to enhances positive self-perception without impairing self-recognition.

A study analyzed Reddit posts to investigate how psilocybin affects self-perception and recognition in mirror gazing, finding it tends to enhances positive self-perception without impairing self-recognition.

Discover a healthier you with our guide to Dry January. Explore non-alcoholic drinks, mindful practices, and more for a rejuvenating start to the year.

Jack Bruce’s son, Malcolm Bruce, talks about the Heavenly Cream project that was put together by the late Pete Brown as an acoustic tribute to Cream and features Paul Rogers, Ginger Baker, Joe Bonamassa, Bernie Marsden, Pee Wee Ellis, and Malcolm on bass, piano, and vocals. The post Interview: Malcolm Bruce of “Heavenly Cream” appeared first on Psychedelic Scene Magazine.

The Amaro Science Festival (Festa da Ciência do Amaro), open to the general public since 1995, provides a window into Pankararé's culture. Participants take part in a ceremony that involves the consuming of a drink made from the jurema-preta root, which contains DMT. The post This is How Jurema, a DMT-Containing Tree, Helped the Pankararé People Recover Their Land in Brazil appeared first on Chacruna.

Explore the Stamets Stack: a microdosing protocol combining psilocybin, Lion's Mane, and Niacin, for cognitive enhancement and mental wellness.

Uncover the wonders of the Lion's Mane Mushroom. Our guide reviews the history, health perks, and how to incorporate these adaptogenic mushrooms into your life.
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