Magic truffles, also known as sclerotia, raise many questions. Are they mushrooms? Why are they available in the Netherlands (under conditions) while magic mushrooms are prohibited? And what do they mean in the context…
Guided MDMA sessions: preparation, safety, and integration
Guided MDMA sessions: why it is a process and not a “standalone experience” A guided MDMA session is sometimes described as an intense moment that “opens something up” or “releases something”. In practice, it is…
MDMA or psilocybin for shame and trauma: which fits best?
Introduction: Shame, Trauma, and the Question of the “Best” Fabric Deep-seated shame can feel like a stubborn core: the idea that you are not good enough, that you are “broken,” or that…
Ayahuasca explained: ayahusca, ayuahuasca, and iowaska are variants
Anyone searching for “ayahusca”, “ayuahuasca”, or “iowaska” usually ends up at the same subject: ayahuasca. These are variants you often see in search engines, on forums, and in conversations, and they regularly lead…
How to recognize reliable therapy providers and avoid scams
Why this topic is so important right now Interest in therapy using mind-altering substances has grown significantly in recent years. This attracts not only serious counselors and organizations, but unfortunately sometimes…
How psilocybin reorganizes brain circuits during trauma and recovery
The term “psilocybin resets the brain” frequently appears in the media and in personal stories. It sounds appealingly simple, especially to people living with the consequences of trauma and ingrained thinking patterns…
MDMA and mental support in endurance athletes: what does new research say?
Endurance sports demand discipline, perseverance, and a high pain tolerance. At the same time, they also entail specific mental strain, such as performance pressure, injuries, overtraining, and sometimes a sports culture where “being strong” seems more important…
MDMA trials: guidance as psychotherapy or harm reduction framework?
In recent years, much attention has been paid to studies involving psychedelics, including MDMA. In this context, the debate is not only about the substance itself, but also, and perhaps more importantly, about what surrounds it…
MDMA therapy for OCD and anxiety: screening, medication, and safe build-up
Introduction: why OCD, anxiety, and MDMA require extra care. Many people with OCD (or OCS) and anxiety seek ways to break stuck patterns. Sometimes, this also raises the question…
Stopping or guiding a bad trip: what really works according to trip therapy?
A “bad trip” is an umbrella term for a psychedelic experience that feels overwhelming, frightening, or confusing. Online, it often revolves around a quick fix: a trip killer that immediately shuts everything down. Within trip therapy…
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