Musings of a Shaman ∞ Neuroplasticity


Entheogens

By AbZu A flowing stream of thoughts based on a seed idea: Neuroplasticity — specifically, how psilocybin affects the brain. Psilocybin seems to create a kind of hyperconnected brain state, largely because of its neuroplastic effects. The mushrooms activate serotonin receptors that spark neurogenesis (the growth of new brain cells) and synaptogenesis (the formation of […]

02/09/2026

What You Need to Know About Microdosing for ADHD


Entheogens, New Science

WRITTEN BY: Jenelle J. Rofe. MS, Neuropsychology As researchers learn more about the realities of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), it’s becoming increasingly clear that traditional treatments are struggling to keep pace with patients’ needs. Many standard methods fall short or are ineffective, leaving patients desperate for better solutions. Meanwhile, those reliant on these treatments find themselves […]

21/02/2025

Microdosing | Silicon Valley’s Newest Smartdrug? ∞ Billy Barnes


Entheogens

Recently, while out to dinner with a few Silicon Valley Senior Management types ( Startup / Enterprise ), the question of how one could go about achieving the “Limitless Effect” was brought up. Of course referring to the film Limitless, where Bradley Cooper’s character taps into his full potential by using a performance-enhancing smart drug […]

27/12/2019

MICRODOSING- HOW THIS REVOLUTIONARY WAY OF USING PSYCHEDELICS IMPROVES MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES


Entheogens, New Science

  Let’s talk about microdosing. Taking sub-perceptual amounts of psychedelics (6-25 microgram LSD, 0.2-0.5 gram dried mushrooms, 50-75 microgram mescaline HCL), while maintaining your daily routine, playing sports, or performing any other activity, has been proven to increase mental capabilities as well as physical ones. Using psychedelics in this low-dose capacity, also referred to aspsycholytic […]

19/10/2015