Author Archives: Lennox Reid

Magic Mushrooms & Time Travel: Why Shrooms Bend Your Perception of Time

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Mushrooms don’t just change how we see the world — they change how the world is seen. From shifting colors and bending time to blurring the line between self and universe, psilocybin has a way of turning ordinary moments into something extraordinary. In this post, we explore the wild territory of perception and illusion: why your living room might feel like a cathedral, how “infinity” can suddenly feel tangible, and what science says about the strange tricks our brains play while under the influence of mushrooms.

Mushroom Superstitions Around the World

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From fairy rings that promised either good luck or certain doom, to mushrooms believed to be gifts from lightning bolts, fungi have always carried a touch of the mystical. Across the world, people have whispered stories about mushrooms as portals, omens, and even messengers from the spirit realm. In this post, we’ll take you on a curious stroll through mushroom superstitions—where science fades, folklore blooms, and the humble fungi become magical symbols in human history.

Shrooms in the City: A Psychedelic Survival Guide

You don’t need to be deep in the woods to have a deep experience—sometimes the best mushroom trips happen right in the middle of the city. Shrooms in the City is your unofficial (and slightly unhinged) guide to urban tripping, complete with personal stories of rooftop revelations, parkside giggle fits, abandoned building explorations, and more. Whether you’re chasing sunsets or befriending squirrels, this survival guide will help you find the magic between the concrete.

Why Your Next Girls’ Trip Should Include Mushrooms

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Forget the overpriced spa weekends and chaotic Vegas nights—your next girls’ trip deserves something deeper. In this blog, we explore how microdosing mushrooms can help you and your besties unplug, laugh harder, and bond on a whole new level. Whether it’s heart-to-hearts in the forest or full-body giggles under the stars, mushrooms just might be the secret ingredient to your most meaningful getaway yet.

What’s in Your Trip Kit? 13 Things to Bring on a Psychedelic Adventure (and 3 to Leave at Home)

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Planning a magic mushroom adventure? Whether you’re headed to the woods, the beach, or your best friend’s shag-carpeted den, this cheeky-yet-practical packing list has you covered. From cozy shawls and crunchy snacks to the emotional safety net that is a photo of your dog, we break down the must-haves (and must-nots) for your next psychedelic picnic. It’s like a Vonnegut-approved scout manual for the spiritually curious.

How to Host a Mushroom-Friendly Picnic (Without Getting Weird)

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Sunshine, snacks, and just a touch of psilocybin—this guide walks you through the art of hosting a mellow, magical mushroom picnic. From choosing your guests to packing the perfect hummus, it’s all about good vibes, nature respect, and keeping it weird… but not too weird.

How Mushrooms Accidentally Created Rock and Roll

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How Mushrooms Accidentally Created Rock and Roll dives into the trippy crossroads where fungi met Fender guitars. From the forest floor to the festival stage, we explore how humble mushrooms helped spark the psychedelic sounds of the ’60s and beyond—altering consciousness and music history in the process. Come for the weird tales, stay for the suggested albums to trip to (legally or otherwise).

How to Explain Microdosing to Your Cat (or Your Christian Uncle)

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Microdosing is a lot like religion, or jazz, or kombucha. It’s hard to explain, slightly mysterious, and deeply personal. And yet people try. They try to explain it to their friends, their partners, their therapists, their Uber drivers—and occasionally, their skeptical uncles who still think mushrooms are pizza toppings and LSD stands for “Let Satan Drive.”

Tripping With Grandma: Is Psychedelic Therapy for Boomers Next?

Cartoon-style illustration of a person with a psychedelic tab on their tongue, surrounded by mushrooms, with rays of light and a cloud above.

Psychedelic therapy isn’t just for the youth—Boomers are getting back in the groove, this time with guided mushroom sessions and science to back them up. “Tripping With Grandma” explores how psilocybin and other psychedelics are helping older generations heal old wounds, rediscover wonder, and even bond with younger folks over shared experiences. The 60s may be long gone, but the journey is far from over.

Magic Mushroom Etiquette: A Psychonaut’s Guide to Not Being That Guy

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New to psychedelics or just want to be a better trip buddy? This guide breaks down the unspoken rules of magic mushroom etiquette—from dosing smart and staying grounded to respecting nature (and not peeing on fairy rings). Because no one wants to trip with that guy. 🍄