Why monitoring is important (and what you can and cannot deduce) Interest in MDMA in a therapeutic context has increased in recent years, particularly due to publicity surrounding research into MDMA-assisted therapy…
Informal caregivers in psychedelic therapy for cancer: what do we learn?
In the public discussion about psychedelic therapy for cancer, the focus is often on the patient: can a substance like LSD, psilocybin, or MDMA help with existential anxiety, depression, or coping with…
Healthy aging and therapy: psilocybin, ergothioneine, and brain plasticity
Healthy aging is a theme that concerns many people. Not only because of physical changes, but also because the brain and mental resilience change along with the years. In that quest…
How MDMA strengthens positive empathy and dampens fear signals
How MDMA strengthens positive empathy and dampens anxiety signals. MDMA is known as a substance that can enhance social openness and connectedness. In scientific literature, this is often described as a change in…
Affordable therapy: group ceremony as the most economical all-in option
Anyone looking for affordable therapy with support surrounding a psychedelic experience quickly narrows down to two routes: an individual session (often more expensive) or a group ceremony (often cheaper). In online…
Visions with psychedelics and trauma: interpreting symbolism without forcing it
Visions during a psychedelic experience can be impressive. Some people see archetypal images, mythical figures, animal symbols, encounters with deceased persons, or scenes that feel like a “message” from a higher intelligence….
Magic truffles (sclerotia) explained: effects, law, and trauma
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…
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