“The secret of change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.”
— Socrates
Great quote from Socrates, and it’s true, yet it’s difficult since the old ways & people are almost always fighting anything new.
The old whom are cemented in their beliefs and ways of living – cannot comprehend other ways of life. They hold on and they fight the new.
So we can’t change that, but we can focus on creating something new.
And when enough people believe in the new more than the old, then the new manifests itself. Or when there is enough research and scientific study supporting the new.
But again, it’s not easy to lead new ways of living and thinking – since so many people are stuck in old ways and fight the new.
Even if something new is healthy and beneficial for a range of people, for example, psilocybin mushrooms are medicine, is scientifically proven to be beneficial for people, and it is becoming decriminalized and legalized medicinally – but we live in societies in the USA that grew up in education systems that didn’t teach any factual drug education – they just repeated “all drugs are bad,” while I’m sure all those teachers were taking prescription pills…
blind leading the blind … people repeating what they’re told and not thinking for themselves … that’s not new. That’s old.
But a new way is here and it is called actually educating people with facts & science and research and not just repeating something you heard from a teacher who knows nothing about drugs.
Anyway, this is just one of the many new ways of living and new ways of medicine that is trying to become part of life in a healthy way – yet the old drunk and angry political men are so cemented in their hate and anger and ignorance that they won’t even take 1 minute to see actual scientific proof that mushrooms are healthy for people.
So, yes, we the new, will continue working toward new ways and new medicines.
Science, research & positive results support us – even if any old angry ignorant fools fight the Truth.
One day intelligence will overcome ignorance, but for now we must keep creating and cultivating the new ways of life.
Psilocybin mushrooms, often referred to as “magic mushrooms,” have been used for centuries in spiritual and healing rituals by indigenous cultures around the world. Today, modern science is catching up with ancient wisdom, exploring the therapeutic and psychological benefits of psilocybin, the primary psychoactive compound found in these fungi. With research accelerating and legal frameworks beginning to shift, psilocybin mushrooms are becoming a focal point in conversations around mental health, addiction treatment, and personal development.
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1. Mental Health Breakthroughs
One of the most promising areas of psilocybin research lies in its ability to treat mental health conditions that are often resistant to traditional therapies.
• Depression: Clinical trials conducted by institutions like Johns Hopkins University and Imperial College London have shown that psilocybin-assisted therapy can produce rapid and sustained reductions in depressive symptoms, often after just one or two sessions.
• Anxiety: Particularly in individuals facing life-threatening diagnoses such as cancer, psilocybin has helped reduce existential anxiety and increase acceptance and emotional resilience.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): While more research is needed, early findings suggest that psilocybin can help patients process traumatic experiences more constructively by temporarily disrupting ingrained thought patterns and allowing new perspectives to emerge.
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2. Addiction Treatment
Psilocybin has shown significant potential in treating various forms of addiction, including alcohol dependence and smoking.
• In clinical settings, patients report a newfound sense of clarity and motivation following psilocybin experiences, often citing a sense of being “reset” or realigned with their core values.
• A study from Johns Hopkins University found that 80% of participants in a smoking cessation trial were still abstinent six months after treatment with psilocybin-assisted therapy—a far higher success rate than traditional methods.
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3. Cognitive and Emotional Flexibility
Psilocybin alters activity in the brain’s default mode network (DMN), which is linked to self-referential thinking and rumination. Reducing activity in this area can help users break out of repetitive, negative thought patterns.
• Users often describe experiences of ego dissolution, where the boundaries between self and world temporarily dissolve, leading to increased feelings of connection and empathy.
• These insights can result in improved emotional regulation, greater creativity, and a shift in life priorities—benefits that extend well beyond the duration of the psychedelic experience itself.
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4. Spiritual and Existential Insights
Many people who take psilocybin report deeply meaningful spiritual experiences, even when the context is clinical rather than religious.
• These experiences often lead to lasting changes in values, attitudes, and behaviors, including greater appreciation for life, improved relationships, and increased openness.
• A landmark study published in Psychopharmacology found that over 60% of participants rated their psilocybin session as one of the five most meaningful experiences of their lives.
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5. Low Risk of Harm and Dependency
Unlike many pharmaceutical drugs or substances of abuse, psilocybin has a very low potential for addiction and physical harm.
• It is not considered physically addictive, and the body quickly builds tolerance, making frequent recreational use unlikely.
• When used responsibly in a supportive setting, the risks of adverse psychological effects can be significantly mitigated.
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Looking Ahead: Cautious Optimism
Despite their benefits, psilocybin mushrooms are not a panacea. They are powerful psychoactive substances that can cause distressing experiences, particularly in unsupervised or unprepared contexts. However, with growing support for medicalization, decriminalization, and regulated therapeutic use, the future of psilocybin as a tool for healing and transformation is bright.
As more clinical trials are conducted and public perceptions shift, psilocybin may well become a central part of how we address some of the most persistent challenges in mental health and human well-being.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Psilocybin remains illegal in many jurisdictions and should only be used where legal and under appropriate guidance.
“Compare yourself to the gears of your automobile. In reverse place all fears, worries, troubles, aches, and pains. And when things goes wrong simply put on the brakes. Idle your engine until you can clearly see the road ahead.”
2–As a Man Thinketh by James Allen
“All that a man achieves, and all that he fails to achieve, is the direct result of his own thoughts.”
3–Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
“Set your mind on a definite goal and observe how quickly the world stands aside to let you pass.”
4–The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale
“The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind from worry. Live simply, expect little, give much. Scatter sunshine, forget self, think of others. Try this for a week and you will be surprised.”
5–The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz
“Look at things not as they are, but as they can be. Visualization adds value to everything. A big thinker always visualizes what can be done in the future. He isn’t stuck with the present.”
With Ken Thompson 