It’s been a long time coming, but a new generation of research for psychedelic healing is finally gaining some recognition in the medical community. For a bit of background, psychedelics are powerful psychoactive substances known for their abilities to alter perception and mood and affect numerous cognitive processes. Traditional or “classic” psychedelics are serotonergic agonists […]
September 1, 2023
The concept of human consciousness is a marvel and a mystery, and this remarkable state of being can be altered through different kinds of experiences. Psychedelic substances have been proven to create strange yet fascinating changes to our awareness – also known as our consciousness – that have begged the question of the nature of […]
August 11, 2023
It’s no secret that psychedelics have captivated scientists, researchers, and medical professionals alike – these hallucinogenic substances have the potential to change the way we help treat those who suffer with mental illnesses. Before psychedelic research was halted for a period of time, there were thousands of early studies that uncovered the potential benefits that […]
July 3, 2023
You may have heard the hype surrounding magic mushrooms – also known as psilocybin – but how do they really work? What enables this so-called ‘magic’ that has such a unique effect on us? Read this post to find out how psychedelics such as psilocybin have the ability to alter our brain chemistry and change […]
June 2, 2023
The journey of psychedelic medicine has not been a smooth one to say the least. Past restrictions on the study of psychedelics have led to misuse and misunderstanding, giving these hallucinogenic substances a bad reputation. To read more on the history of psychedelics in relation to wellness, check out our previous blog post that goes […]
April 19, 2023
Is psilocybin – a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in ‘magic mushrooms’ – paving the path for a new form of therapeutic healing? Let’s get right into it… so what is psilocybin therapy exactly? First off, let’s define what psilocybin is and what makes this naturally occurring chemical so special. The molecular structure of psilocybin […]
March 15, 2023
If you’re new to meditation, or have tried it a couple of times and feel as though you can’t seem to get into it, this post is to reassure you that it is completely okay to feel like you are struggling with this practice. Meditation can be very powerful, as it brings awareness to ourselves […]
February 2, 2023
Every year we reach the last few days of December and start to mentally prepare our minds for what is to come in the new year. Many people focus on their resolutions – habits, goals, and lifestyle shifts – that they want to stick with starting out in the new year. While these are great […]
December 31, 2022
From sacred rituals to indigenous medicinal traditions to therapeutic potentials to sociopolitical movements to taboo retaliation… psychedelics have had quite the crazy trip over time. The use of hallucinogenic substances dates back to ancient civilizations, where they used psychedelics for medicinal healing, shamanic rituals, and spiritual enlightenment. Our modern society has developed a different outlook […]
November 13, 2022
Breathing is something that we all do pretty mindlessly. After all, it’s essential for us to survive! So, what is there to really think about? There is more to breathing than meets the eye (yes, that pun was intended). Breathwork can be a powerful practice that supports us in all aspects of life. What is […]
October 12, 2022