Psilocybin and Caffeine: What Happens When You Mix Magic Mushrooms and Coffee?

Psilocybin, which you probably know as magic mushrooms, is growing more popular by the year. In 2024, authors Yang et al. (1) published a report in which they remarked on the “growing interest” in microdosing psychedelics, partly due to expanded legality, and partly because of psilocybin’s potency as a neuropsychiatric treatment.  But as magic mushroom […]

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Psychedelic Retreats in California: Legal Status, Safety, and the Future of Guided Healing

California has long been a haven for free thinkers and bohemians, so it’s no surprise people associate the Golden State with psychedelics. And while mind-altering compounds are becoming more accepted—socially, scientifically, and even politically—you shouldn’t blindly jump into just any experience that’s offered. In this guide, we’ll break down what’s legal (and what’s not) in […]

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How Psychedelics Can Help With Your Career Burnout

Success can be tiring; after all, the expression “climbing the ladder” has a reason. Collecting accolades and hitting milestones is an exhausting process. You end up where you want to be, but by the time you get there, you feel like you’re on autopilot, the days a haze of monotony, as you complete your tasks […]

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Can You Overdose on Magic Mushrooms? What Science Says About Safety and Risk

Mushrooms are gaining recognition as a powerful tool, clinically and recreationally, for people looking to lower their emotional defenses and do some internal digging. But they’re not risk-free, and if you’re interested in trying psilocybin (the psychedelic compound within mushrooms), you may be wondering: “Can I overdose on magic mushrooms”?  The short answer is yes, […]

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Can Psychedelics Support Functional Health and Longevity?

Can psychedelics support a longer, healthier life? Emerging research suggests psilocybin may influence stress, resilience, and neuroplasticity in ways that promote vitality and purpose.

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What’s a Psilocybin Retreat and Why Might You Want to Join One?

Discover what psilocybin retreats are and why people seek them, exploring science-backed insights, participant stories, and how safe, intentional programs can support personal growth and transformation.

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Veterans Report Reduced TBI and Depression Symptoms Following Psilocybin Retreats, Study Finds

Explore how psychedelic retreats may support healing from traumatic brain injury, with science-backed insights and real-world examples.

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The Gut-Brain Connection: A Portal to Inner Wisdom and Wellbeing

In the quiet rhythms of digestion, a deeper conversation unfolds — one that bridges biology and belief, microbiota and mind. At Beckley Retreats, we’re captivated by these quiet miracles. As the fields of neuroscience and integrative wellbeing continue to evolve, the connection between gut health and emotional vitality is becoming more than a passing curiosity […]

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How to Talk About Your Psychedelic Experience

Navigating Social Stigma with Grace, Clarity, and Confidence At Beckley Retreats, we often hear this question:“How do I share my psilocybin experience with others — especially those who might not understand?” While supported psychedelic experiences can unlock meaningful personal insight and deep emotional reflection, talking about them openly still brings challenges. Stigma, skepticism, or cultural […]

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Beckley Talks: Candace Oglesby and Kosu Boudreau

Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Lessons, Guidance, and Wisdom from the Field  A conversation with Kosu Boudreau, Candace Oglesby-Adepoju, and Beckley Retreats’ Val-Pierre Genton When Kosu Boudreau looks back on her entire career, one particular theme seems to hold her work together: that of personal growth and transformation. Beginning with providing spiritual care in the prisons before spending […]

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