Microdosing with Spinoza: Safe & Educated

Microdosing is a safe practice, but it may be illegal in some places. It is important to be aware of the laws in your specific location and avoid any illegal activities. While there are no clinical research studies on microdosing in humans, studies on larger doses of psilocybin-containing truffles have shown that these substances are extremely safe. However, the long-term effects of frequent microdosing are still unknown. As a result, it is recommended to microdose for no more than two months at a time.

It’s important to note that microdosing does not have the same risks as taking larger doses of psychedelics, such as experiencing a “bad trip” or intense psychedelic effects. Microdosing is a safe and effective way to experiment with psychedelics in a comfortable and controlled environment.

It is important to understand that while psilocybin can be a transformative and profound experience for many people, it may not be suitable for everyone. There are certain situations and mental health conditions where caution or avoidance of psilocybin is recommended. These include:

1. Mental Health Disorders

Individuals with a history of mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or any other severe mental illness should avoid psilocybin. The psychedelic effects of psilocybin can potentially exacerbate symptoms or lead to unpredictable reactions.

1. Deep Depressive Feelings

If you are currently experiencing deep depressive feelings or are in a vulnerable emotional state, it’s advisable to refrain from psilocybin use. While psilocybin has shown promise in treating depression, its effects can be intense, and the experience may not be appropriate during a period of emotional vulnerability.

1. Medication Interactions

Some medications may interact with psilocybin, potentially causing adverse effects or reducing the effectiveness of the medication. It’s crucial to consult with a healthcare professional if you are taking any prescription medications.

1. Pregnancy and Lactation

Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should avoid psilocybin use due to the potential risks it may pose to the developing fetus or infant.

For individuals in any of these categories who are interested in exploring psilocybin, it is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified healthcare professional. A healthcare provider can assess your specific situation, provide guidance on potential risks and benefits, and determine if there are safer alternatives or therapeutic approaches. Your wellbeing and safety are paramount, and open communication with a healthcare professional is a responsible and essential step.

For an optimal microdosing experience, we advise taking it on an empty stomach. This approach ensures there’s no interference from food or variations in stomach acidity that could affect absorption.

Microdosing is not necessarily illegal. Several countries allow the cultivation and/or purchase of psilocybin truffles. We do not condone microdosing where it is against the law, as there can be penalties.

Psychedelics build up a tolerance very quickly. So when you use it too long, it loses its power. After 2 to 4 weeks your receptors will be reset and you can start again.

Note: Microdosing is foremost about gaining insights during your microdosing period and integrating these insights into your life. You could say a successful microdosing journey is when you no longer “need” it as support. It is useful to look back on your microdosing journey and reflect on what you have learned, what insights did you integrate already and what do you still need to work on.

Out of the more than 1850 reports Dr. James Fadiman and Sophia Korb have analyzed for their published paper “Might Microdosing Psychedelics Be Safe and Beneficial? An Initial Exploration”, 75 people (less than 4%) expressed not having a positive experience with microdosing.

The potential negative or unpleasant effects of microdosing mentioned in these reports include:

Fatigue – potentially because of a change in physical needs or as an indicator to address underlying emotional and/or physical needs

Tolerance (needing more of the substance each time to get the same effect) – It has not been scientifically proven yet, but Fadiman’s findings show that people report tolerance when microdosing every day instead of following one of the established  microdosing protocols

Dealing with changes in your consciousness and your sensitivity can be challenging

Other risks of microdosing include nausea, headaches, or increased anxiety

We recommend not to drive a car when you take a microdose for the first time. If the microdose comes on too strong, you have taken too much, and you should not take part in traffic. Otherwise, you should be perfectly fine driving a car or other motorized vehicles while microdosing.

Microdosing can be a great attribute to your workout, as it can boost your cognitive functions which can result in better sports performances. For example: you become more aware of your own body and can thus find a better pace in your workout routine.

It is possible to microdose and drink alcohol, although we do not recommend it as the alcohol can lower the beneficial effects of microdosing.