Within twenty minutes, the mushroom tea began to take hold. A heaviness settled in my limbs, my breath deepened, and patterns of colour flickered behind closed eyes as my mind slipped from conscious control. Weeks of preparation had taught me not to resist these first waves, so I let go, released the urge to steer, […]
Read more >There isn’t one type of psychedelic mushroom, even though pop culture lumps them into the singular category of “magic mushrooms. There are, in fact, more than 200 species, all of which differ in their potency, legality, and appearance. Understanding this diversity matters. Different species can vary several-fold in strength; some have deep Indigenous roots, others […]
Read more >Why Compare Bufo and Ayahuasca? Once seen as fringe or tourist novelties, psychedelic medicines are now stepping into the mainstream. From clinical studies to wellness retreats, they’re being explored as powerful tools for emotional healing and personal growth. Two that draw the most attention: ayahuasca and bufo (5-MeO-DMT). At first glance, it’s easy to lump […]
Read more >Built in 1774, Good Hope was once the largest sugar plantation in Jamaica when it was still under British rule. However, it’s now regarded as one of the island’s most beautiful and spiritually grounding retreat destinations, with elegant Georgian architecture. Good Hope hosts a variety of retreats, and Beckley Retreats specifically utilize the space for […]
Read more >Psychedelic retreats have captivated mainstream culture as places where anyone can work on themselves in a deep and personal way. Some people are fully bought in. Others are curious. Whichever camp you fall into, know that researchers are consistently churning out new research on psychedelics, much of which showcases the efficacy and safety of these […]
Read more >You hear the words “Molly” or “Ecstasy, and your mind conjures up images of bottle service and low-lit dance floors punctuated by dance music. It’s a popular nightlife drug for its ability to boost confidence and external senses. But this club drug—clinical name: 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)—has become equally popular in the research community; scientists are exploring […]
Read more >Relationships take work, and more adults are acknowledging and admitting to the need for interventions like couples therapy. A small survey of 1,100 Americans, conducted by Verywell Mind, found that 1 in 10 participants are actively participating in couples therapy and 22 percent are considering it. As treatment becomes less taboo, alternative offshoots begin to […]
Read more >Quick answer: Is psychedelic therapy legal in Amsterdam? The landscape of psychedelic experiences in Amsterdam exists in a fascinating legal gray area that often confuses visitors and locals alike. While psilocybin mushrooms have been banned in the Netherlands since 2008, psilocybin truffles—technically the sclerotia of the same fungi—remain legally available in smart shops throughout the […]
Read more >The short answer is, yes, psilocybin retreats are legal in the Netherlands. However, there’s some nuance to that answer that you should understand before attending one. Mushrooms, aka magic mushrooms or shrooms, have been illegal to sell since 2008, according to Dutch Law (Drugs Info, n.d.). You can, however, take truffles—no, not the kind that […]
Read more >Can music deepen psychedelic experiences? At Beckley Retreats, sound is curated before, during, and after ceremony guiding emotions, amplifying insights, and supporting integration long after the journey ends.
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