We have all heard of psilocybin mushrooms. These magical mushrooms have been used for spiritual and recreational purposes for centuries. But did you know that they can also be used in microdose to stimulate creativity? Today, we will take a closer look at the use of magic mushrooms in microdose and how it can enhance your creative thinking abilities with them. So read on quickly!
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What is microdosing and how does it work?
Microdosing involves taking a sub-perceptual dose of a psychedelic substance, such as psilocybin mushrooms [1]. Unlike a full trip, where you have a strong hallucinatory experience, microdosing is meant to create subtle effects without losing control. The idea is to take just enough of the substance to experience positive effects, such as increased focus, energy and creativity, while still being fully functional.
Mushrooms contain psilocybin, a substance that binds to certain receptors in the brain, releasing dopamine and serotonin. Dopamine is involved in the brain's reward mechanism and plays a role in motivation and focus. Serotonin affects mood, emotions and cognitive functions, including creativity.
Increased imagination
One of the most acclaimed properties of magic mushrooms is their ability to increase imagination [2]. When we consume magic mushrooms, psilocybin interacts with the receptors in our brain and causes an increase in activity and communication between different parts of the brain. This can result in intense visual experiences, where colors appear brighter and shapes can become distorted. This increased imagination can help us think "out-of-the-box" and generate new ideas.
A trip with the famous McKennaii mushrooms can enable us to look at problems in a different way and come up with creative solutions. Mushrooms can thus serve as an aid in brainstorming sessions, artistic projects or simply when you get stuck in your creative process.
Increased mental flexibility
In addition to stimulating our imagination, magic mushrooms can also increase our mental flexibility [3]. Psilocybin has the potential to break the usual patterns of thinking and allow us to explore new perspectives. This can help us let go of entrenched beliefs and see new possibilities. Imagine that you are stuck in a creative problem that you have been struggling with for a long time.
Shrooms can help you break out of this pattern of clinging to certain ideas and approaches. They can open your mind to new perspectives and alternative solutions. By increasing your mental flexibility, you can experience unexpected creative breakthroughs.
Grow your own creativity
There are grow kits available that allow you to easily grow your own mushrooms, without needing much experience or knowledge. A grow kit contains everything you need: from a substrate with mycelium, to a grow box and instructions. All you have to do is follow the simple steps and be patient while your mushrooms grow. Growing your own mushrooms can be a satisfying experience and gives you the opportunity to get them in a sustainable and responsible way.
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[1] https://www.jellinek.nl/vraag-antwoord/wat-houdt-het-microdoseren-van-psychedelica-in/
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