The Power of Breath: A Gateway to Integration and Inner Clarity

At Beckley Retreats, we often say that the journey doesn’t end when the psilocybin experience fades — it’s where the real growth begins. As neuroscientists often remind us: ‘what fires together wires together’ so while psilocybin mushrooms create new neural connections full of possibilities, it’s our ability to sustain these connections through new habits and […]

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Preparing for Your Psilocybin Retreat: Tips and Tricks

The Importance of Preparation A psilocybin retreat can be a life-changing experience [1]. If you’re wondering how to get the most out of your retreat, it is necessary to prepare for the retreat in an intentional manner. This includes reflecting on which retreats are aligned with your values and goals, cultivating practices that will help […]

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Psilocybin for Cognitive Function

Introduction Does psilocybin improve cognitive function? This blog delves into the impact of psilocybin on the brain and cognition, exploring the brain networks and processes involved in this aspect of our minds and how psilocybin affects these networks, as well as the cognitive benefits that psilocybin may offer. These range from increased creativity, mental flexibility, […]

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What Is a Psilocybin or Mushroom Ceremony?

A psilocybin mushroom ceremony or retreat involves the intentional consumption of a psychedelic fungus. Intentions around the psilocybin ceremony range from addressing emotional wounds and working on personal growth, to experiencing mystical connection and spiritual experience. Psychedelic mushrooms (also commonly called “magic mushrooms”) and their ceremonies are not a recent invention; they have a long […]

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