Advice, Learning, Mushrooms

Will I Have a Bad Trip on Magic Mushrooms?

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
Brain scan illustration showing altered neural activity under psilocybin, linked to ego dissolution and reduced default mode network activity
20
Feb

“Will I have a bad trip?” is usually code for a deeper fear: What happens if I lose control? Research shows psilocybin quiets the brain’s Default Mode Network — the system that maintains your sense of self and narrative control. For people who rely on structure, planning, and certainty to feel safe, that softening can feel destabilizing. Most difficult trips aren’t random; they’re friction between the experience and the part of you trying to steer. And sometimes, what feels like a bad trip is simply the moment control stops working — and something more flexible begins.

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Learning, Mushrooms

Why People Cry on Mushrooms (Even When They’re Happy)

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
Person crying while experiencing emotional release during a psilocybin mushroom experience
13
Feb

People expect mushrooms to make them laugh or see colors melt. What they don’t expect is crying on the couch over nothing—and feeling incredible afterward. Under psilocybin, tears aren’t a sign that something’s wrong; they’re often proof that something finally loosened. When the brain’s defenses soften, long-held emotions—joy, grief, relief, gratitude—rise to the surface all at once. This isn’t sadness. It’s release. And for many people, it’s the most healing part of the trip.

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Advice, Learning, Mushrooms

Why Mushrooms Don’t Care About Your Identity

Posted on by Lennox Reid
Ancient church fresco depicting spiritual transcendence and the dissolution of ego, echoing themes of mushroom-induced self-reflection and interconnectedness.
06
Feb

I didn’t stop being a bully because I found compassion.
I stopped because mushrooms took away the lie that I was better than anyone else.

Mushrooms don’t care who you think you are. They strip you down to the organism underneath and remind you, bluntly, that everyone else is trying to survive the same invisible weight. Not in a “we are one” slogan kind of way — in a biological, unavoidable one.

This is the story of how taking too many mushrooms didn’t make me nicer overnight… it just made being unkind impossible to unsee.

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Magic Mushroom Recipe Series

Magic Mushroom Quesadilla — DIY Recipe Series

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
Magic mushroom quesadilla with melted cheese, crispy tortilla, and golden brown edges
03
Feb

Golden, crispy, and packed with melty cheese, this Magic Mushroom Quesadilla is one of the easiest and most comforting edible recipes you can make. With rich cheese doing all the heavy lifting on flavor, it’s a smooth, approachable option for beginners and seasoned explorers alike. Quick to cook and easy to portion, this quesadilla is perfect for laid-back evenings, shared sessions, or a simple microdose with maximum comfort.

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Learning, Mushrooms

The Mushrooms That Rewire Fear

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
Psychedelic mushrooms symbolizing the rewiring of fear pathways in the human brain, illustrating research into psilocybin, neuroplasticity, and anxiety reduction.
30
Jan

Fear isn’t just a feeling—it’s a circuit. And certain mushrooms appear to mess with the wiring. From psilocybin’s effects on the brain’s fear center to Lion’s Mane’s role in neuroplasticity, science is starting to show how fungi may help loosen anxiety’s grip. This isn’t about escaping fear—it’s about teaching your brain new rules.

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Learning, Mushrooms

Mushrooms That Only Grow After Disaster

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
16
Jan

When forests burn and floodwaters recede, most life retreats. But mushrooms move in.
From fire-loving morels to neon-bright fungi that bloom only in ash, certain mushrooms are evolutionarily wired to appear after catastrophe. These post-disaster species don’t just survive chaos — they thrive in it, breaking down charred soil, stabilizing damaged ecosystems, and quietly rebuilding the ground beneath our feet. Mushrooms That Only Grow After Disaster explores the strange, resilient fungi that turn destruction into renewal, proving that sometimes the first signs of life come from the shadows.

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Mushroom Spotlight Series

Mushroom Spotlight – Cantharellus Cibarius aka Golden Chanterelle

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
09
Jan

Golden, elusive, and deeply tied to the forest, chanterelles are a true wild mushroom icon. They don’t grow on demand or in neat rows — they appear when the conditions are just right, rewarding patience and a sharp eye.

In this Mushroom Spotlight, we explore what makes chanterelles so special, from their symbiotic relationship with trees to their unmistakable flavor and aroma. A reminder that some of the best things in nature aren’t cultivated — they’re discovered.

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Magic Mushroom Recipe Series

Magic Mushroom Peanut Butter Cookies — DIY Recipe Series

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
06
Jan

Magic Mushroom Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate comfort bake with a playful twist. Soft, crinkled, and rich with nostalgic peanut butter flavor, these cookies bring together cozy kitchen vibes and a touch of mushroom magic. Perfect for chill evenings, holiday baking, or sharing with friends, this recipe is simple, satisfying, and easy to customize for your preferred dose. Whether you’re baking for warmth, creativity, or a sweet little journey, these cookies deliver comfort in every bite.

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Advice, Learning, Mushrooms

Why Mushrooms Pair So Well With Therapy

Posted on by Matt Seabrook
02
Jan

Therapy helps us tell our stories more honestly — mushrooms help us hear them differently. From increased emotional openness to fresh perspective shifts, science is beginning to show why psilocybin and therapy can work so well together. This article explores the neurological, emotional, and psychological reasons mushrooms often deepen therapeutic work — and why integration matters more than the experience itself.

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