In recent years we've observed various issues arising from the psychedelic underground and potential for issues in the emerging clinical frameworks. From safety concerns to ethical considerations, it's clear that proper guidance is essential for those embarking on psychedelic journeys. That's where the role of a knowledgeable and experienced guide becomes indispensable.

Breaking the silences and delving deeper into the culture of avoidance within the psychedelics community regarding allegations against Ben Sessa.

“The idea of ‘giving the drug war more arguments to exist’ is a common retort in the psychedelics world used to shut down people who speak about abuses.” - Kayla Greenstein

This quote hits home, highlighting how discussions about misconduct and abuses are often met with dismissal or defensiveness.

Seeking Participants for Psychedelic Research

The aims of decriminalisation, legalisation, and safe supply are themselves part of a larger conversation around the future of how our health system can help people flourish and how society can better respect bodily autonomy, cognitive liberty, and religious freedoms.

And we have to start somewhere, and for us, that’s here.

- Dr Sam Douglas

Microdosing refers to the practice of taking very low doses of psychedelics, which do not trigger any hallucinatory effects, commonly known as “sub-perceptual doses”. This is often highly personalised, with exact dosages and frequency differing from person to person. Some people report long-lasting effects from just one month of microdosing, while others microdose for several months at a time.

Intention and expectation: Understanding these distinctions allows individuals to approach psychedelic experiences with a balanced mindset, acknowledging both the purposeful intent and the natural human inclination to anticipate outcomes.

Why I volunteer with the Australian Psychedelic Society: Community, Story Telling and Leadership

You may have noticed comments that give themselves away, appearing within threads, sometimes on posts as old as 4-5 years. These comments are often vague, generic, and slightly personable, appearing under a person's comment with their name tagged as a personal response, as though they are referring you to their buddy/dealer. Facebook groups seem to be set up for the sole purpose of establishing these purported ‘psychedelic marketplaces.’

The Australian Psychedelic Society (APS) has set up a Veterans and First Responders Group to share news and resources focusing on mental health support, job opportunities, and educational programs. Through discussions, the Group aims to address issues and find solutions, with the opportunity to get involved through meetups, events, and advocacy.

From using our cannabis all together as a group, to being stuck in the elevator stoned, to doing the yoga, it was all an experience that we had not had before and one we would not forget.

While solo journeying is seen by many to be one of the ultimate goals of the psychedelic journeyer, it should probably not be attempted until one has attained a certain level of experience.