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6 unexpected benefits of microdosing mushrooms 

Here in Colorado, USA, it seems everyone is exploring the benefits of microdosing mushrooms and talking about microdosing mushrooms since we decriminalized statewide in 2022. 

You typically hear people say it helps with anxiety and improves present moment awareness. 

Benefits of microdosing mushrooms go far beyond this though...

Let's explore 6 unexpected benefits of microdosing mushrooms you might not have heard about yet. 

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Welcome to the world of benefits of microdosing mushrooms...

Where the fog lifts gently, and life's vibrant colors shine a little brighter.

You might be yearning for a tweak to your regular regime, perhaps tired of the insipid side effects of conventional medicine. 

Let’s dig into the fragrant, earthy world of mushrooms

And specifically, the benefits of microdosing mushrooms.

So, what does it mean to microdose, you ask? 

Microdosing involves taking very small amounts of a substance, in this case, psilocybin mushrooms.

The key here is the dosage—it's sub-perceptual, tiny enough to not cause a full-blown psychedelic experience but sufficient to ignite a series of subtle yet profound internal shifts

Think of it as adjusting your inner thermostat to a more optimal temperature, without anyone noticing the mechanics of the change but certainly feeling the more comfortable ambiance.

I believe nature is a force of good. Good is not only a concept, it is a spirit.

 Paul Stamets

#1 Surge of creative energy 

It's as if suddenly, the world’s colors turn a tad brighter and ideas flow with ease

This isn’t just poetic musing;

Studies suggest microdosing stimulates neurogenesis—the birth of new brain cells—thereby enhancing problem-solving capabilities and boosting creativity.

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I can speak to this benefit from experience!

I started microdosing mushrooms in 2020, and since then I've:

  • I've authored a book 
  • published this website and 
  • my house is full of all types of musical instruments 

...a favorite pastime from childhood.

I've created a mushroom business, a women's retreat and an online community. 

My husband and I started painting, and now he plays the Congos and bongos. 

On the daily, microdosing ABSOLUTELY helps me get into the creative flow to write and play music! 

In a survey conducted by the journal Frontiers in Psychology, around 76% of respondents reported enhanced creativity and improved focus when microdosing.

#2 Improved mood 

Now, let's bob down to mood elevations. 

Microdosing can act like a soft brush sweeping away the cobwebs of your mind.

Many users report a subtle uplifting feeling, akin to lifting a fog they weren't even aware was there. 

This can be especially beneficial if you're grappling with anxiety or depression. 

It's about turning down the volume of life’s distractions, which we all know can get overwhelmingly loud.

A study conducted by the Global Drug Survey in 2019 reported that 44% of people who microdose do so to address mental health issues like anxiety and depression.

#3 Enhanced focus and concentration 

Imagine your brain is a clunky, old-timey engine.

Microdosing mushrooms can feel like fine-tuning this engine to a purr, allowing you to shift gears more smoothly and speedily. 

It's helpful for those in the fast lane, where laser-sharp focus is not just an advantage but a necessity.

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#4 Profound effect on self-perception and empathy

Every microdose could be a tiny key accessing greater empathy and connectedness.

It gently increases your emotional acuity, allowing you to be more attuned to the emotions and needs of others. 

This shift can deepen relationships and foster a greater sense of community and understanding.

This benefit is often reported to me by the family members of those who have started microdosing mushrooms who have observed it in their loved one- often times before the microdoser notices the change themselves.  

benefits of microdosing mushrooms

#5 Improved physical wellbeing 

Many also notice an improvement in their physical well-being. 

The clouds of pain and discomfort can dissipate, replaced by a more enduring comfort.

benefits of microdosing mushrooms

It's akin to a soft blanket that soothes away the harsh edges of chronic pain or stress, offering a natural and gentle relief, marking a stark departure from the often harsh and synthetic alternatives found in modern medicine.

Listen to what one of our clients has to say: 

The mushrooms changed our lives.

We are 74 and 72 years-old and after using these mushrooms our clarity and stamina increases significantly.

I was able to return to work and my wife was able get relief from some of her pain. I’m very impressed with satisfying results of these mushrooms.

 -Harry W, Shroom Mystic client 

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#6 Spiritual enhancement

A lot of microdosers feel a sort of spiritual awakening, a closer connection to the universe and their own inner self. 

Each microdose invites you to take a step further in your journey to self-discovery and spiritual broadening.

"We need to have a paradigm shift in our consciousness.

If we don’t get our act together and come in commonality and understanding with the organisms that sustain us today, not only will we destroy those organisms, but we will destroy ourselves."

— Paul Stamets

For those interested in mushroom cultivation, which I support enthusiastically, integrating microdosing into your life offers a beautiful full circle—from nurturing the growth of your mushrooms to nurturing your personal growth. 

It’s about discovering the beauty in everyday simplicity, seeing not just with your eyes but with your soul.

The process of growing your own remedy ties you closer to Mama Earth and to the ancient wisdom of herbal healing gifted to us by our ancestors and those who walked before us.

Yes, the world of microdosing is alluring, full of potential and promises, but tread carefully...

It is crucial to stay informed, possibly consult healthcare professionals or experts in the field, and most importantly, ensure legality in your localization. 

Remember, just like you won't dive into a lake without knowing its depth and what the waters hold, diving into microdosing requires a similar mindfulness and preparation.

This is especially true if you have a history of trauma or PTSD. 

Yes, microdosing mushrooms is extremely powerful and effective in healing trauma and PTSD. The science is supporting what our ancestors have practiced for millennia around the world.  

As a person healing from a lifetime of trauma and severe PTSD, I didn't anticipate how challenging and intense the journey with microdosing mushrooms would be.

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Am I grateful for the journey, as tough as it has been? 

Yes, absolutely. 

Trauma and PTSD don’t just go away.

They rear their heads until you finally listen.

This usually means you are triggered by everything and you are silently suffering with some form of anxiety, depression, addiction or all of the above.

The same Global Drug Survey mentioned above indicated that only 6.3% of microdosers experienced any negative side effects, which were generally mild and temporary.

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And perhaps the most beautiful benefit this medicine offers you...

If you have a history of unresolved trauma and PTSD, find a psilocybin-friendly therapist and community to help you on your healing journey. 

benefits of microdosing mushrooms

 Incorporating personal ritual and integration practices like:

  • stream-of-consciousness journaling, 
  • meditation, and 
  • ecstatic dance 

...can invite personal transformation and lasting change. 

Research from the International Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology found that 55% of microdosers reported lasting positive effects on their mental and emotional well-being, even after stopping the regimen.

The benefits of microdosing mushrooms are cumulative

Much like peeling the layers of an onion.

Microdosing mushrooms brings you into alignment with who you are at your core, empowers you, and gives you what you need, even stirring up suppressed trauma for healing. 

Most microdosers report less anxiety and depression and more creativity. 

Moreover, mushrooms are the only sustainable psychedelic medicine, making them a crucial ally not just for personal healing, but for our ecological well-being.

You receive what you need when you are ready, and sometimes, this revelation takes time.

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So, are you ready to turn the page and start a new chapter in your health and spiritual journey? 

Perhaps it's time to embrace the microdosing movement, join a growing community of like-minded individuals, and experience the subtle yet profound shifts fungi power can offer. 

Dig deeper, learn more, and who knows? 

Maybe this little, potent remedy from nature is the gentle nudge you need!

Share your fears about microdosing mushrooms

A big part of healing is digging deep and sharing openly our biggest fears.

A LOT of people are drawn to microdosing mushrooms but have mycophobia- a fear of mushrooms.

A powerful way to transmute fear is to physically write it down and share it with people.

Take this opportunity to let something go and propel yourself and possibly someone else towards a happier, more authentic life.

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