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With an emphasis on mindful preparation and trusting oneself, we promote thoughtful and reflective healing to enable lasting mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
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FAQs
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Plant medicine is any substance derived from natural sources to improve well-being. In the context of mental health, specific plants contain psychedelic compounds which can alter perception, mood, consciousness, cognition, or behavior. Medicinal plants have been used in traditional medicine practices since prehistoric times.
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Every plant containing psychedelic compounds has a different pharmacodynamic effect. Psilocybe cubensis (or “magic mushroom”) is a serotonin 5-HT2A agonist, meaning it activates the brain’s serotonin receptors. This enables the brain to process serotonin more efficiently, which can be extremely effective in improving mood.
Psilocybin also decreases activity in the brain’s default mode network, which enables the psyche to see situations differently, and change behavior more quickly and effectively. A carefully crafted experience with plant medicine enables an individual to gain insights into the subconscious mind. This provides the opportunity for deeper perspective shifts and long-term benefits.
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Physiologically, psilocybin is extremely safe and virtually impossible to overdose.
Psychologically, the only individuals discouraged from taking moderate and higher doses of psychedelic compounds are individuals with a history of psychosis.
Because psilocybin affects serotonin—not dopamine (which drugs like cocaine and heroine affect)—it is not addictive. On the contrary, research since the mid 20th century points to the anti-addictive properties of psilocybin—for example, in studies concerning smoking cessation and overconsumption of alcohol.
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Because psilocybin effectively improves mood and temporarily decreases activity in the brain’s default mode network, it can help individuals perceive life and situations in a new way. The brain is enabled to create new neural pathways to further improve mood and behavior long-term.
Research has pointed to its ability to significantly improve symptoms in individuals with major depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance use disorder. New research suggests these disorders may be associated with unresolved past traumatic experiences.
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Since the turn of the century, there has been a large influx of scientific research surrounding psychedelics and their therapeutic potential.
Academic research:
The Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research
The Imperial Centre for Psychedelic Research – Imperial College London
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)
Media:
Psychedelic-assisted therapy – BBC News
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