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Many of us know that English physicist Francis Crick was high on LSD when he discovered the double-helix structure of DNA in the 1950s. However, there are scores of influential figures that used or are using experimental drugs that fly under the radar. Many of them are a large part of making psychedelics mainstream today, and some have even changed the course of human history. From the Father of LSD to a professional baseball player to political petitioners, you’ll be amazed at the following stories of influential people who have tried psychedelics.

Timothy Leary

Dissociative drugs have become widespread across the globe! Although some may be considered experimental and recreational, others pose real dangers to health and society. The effects of dissociative drugs can range from mild euphoria and hallucination to severe paranoia and delusions, not to mention some weird physical side-effects!

Among the many types of dissociative drugs available in the market, LSD, Cannabis, PCP, MDMA, Psilocybin, and others have become increasingly prevalent over the years. Some street names of dissociative drugs include acids and blotters for LSD, magic mushroom, or "shrooms" for Psilocybin and or Special K for Ketamine!

No wonder, with the prevalence and curiosity surrounding these psychedelics, many have made it into popular culture, influencing a vast series of

Around 30,000 years ago, humankind, or rather, the Homo species, experienced a leap in conscious and cognitive abilities. This is evidence from the sudden evolution of sophisticated art, language, and enhanced audio-visual perception and creativity from archeological artifacts gathered from around the world.

This emerging intelligence has baffled scientists since the discovery of the phenomenon, and many notable names across various scientific fields have failed to provide a reason or cause … except for one man!

Introducing the Shaman

An illustrious scientific career, several p

Psychedelics have played a significant role in the development and evolution of human society and culture. Very few movements have influenced humanity's trajectory compared to psychedelics and their use among the different cultures and nations throughout history.

For those beginning their journey into the world of psychedelics and wanting to explore the science, tradition, and mythology behind one of the most exciting aspects of human history, we have good news!

This article lists some of the best and most informative books related to psychedelics that should be present on every psychonaut's bookshelf on the planet.

Read on to find answers to the most profound questions and concerns regarding psychedelics and their use

Meditation interventions are known for reducing stress and anxiety and for providing a wide range of health benefits. On the other hand, meditating can be a challenge to do correctly, especially when it comes to novices.

The latest idea to get better is to use psychedelics in tandem with meditation in therapeutic settings. The goal is to use psychedelics as the gateway to assist with exploring consciousness, improving concentration, and eventually arriving at the meditation experience.

People have been meditating with psychedelics safely for ages, and they can play a deep and profound role in accelerating the progression of

There are very few individuals in history who can claim to have changed the world. Every so often, a person comes along who completely rewrites our understanding of the world and ourselves. One such individual, known as "the father of psychedelics," inspired a movement that spans across culture, society, science, philosophy, and ethics. In this article, we will look at the life, career, and legacy of the world’s foremost expert on psychedelics, Alexander Shulgin!

Humble Beginnings of Alexander Shulgin

The journey of Alexander Shulgin began at the world-renowned Harvard University, where he was e

With the reemergence of the psychedelics counterculture across the globe, a unique industry dedicated to exploring and expanding the psychedelic experience through tourism has cropped up.

Even though experimenting with psychedelics can be a profound experience on its own, engaging in responsible psychedelic use at a location that combines natural beauty with tradition, culture, and spirituality provides the chance to curate experiences that are out of this world!

In this article, we review eight of the best places around the world you can visit to enhance your understanding of psychedelics and create highly enjoyable and immersive experiences.

CBD has gained popularity among consumers, and it’s now being used in a myriad of ways. From edibles to muscle relief roll-ons to infused coffee, the market is rife with an array of CBD products that tout health benefits. Additionally, vaping CBD oil is quickly catching on because vaping enthusiasts want to reap its reported benefits. However, does vaping CBD oil get you high like marijuana? That’s one of the first questions people trying it out have, and we’ll discuss that later.   

What is CBD Oil?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is an ingredient derived from hemp and m

You are probably familiar with the tryptamines LSD and ‘magic mushrooms,’ even if you’ve never heard them called that word. Likewise, if you were asked what do tryptamines do, you probably think you have all the answers. Yes, the predominant effect tryptamine exposure is known for is hallucinations. However, the uses of tryptamines are many and varied, and involve anything from the illicit recreational use that is glamorized in popular culture to new, innovative psychological and medicinal treatments. Another important aspect of tryptamines is that they serve important purposes both clinically and medically as neurotransmitters, neuromodulators, vasoconstrictors and vasodilators.

“You sure have to kiss a lot of toads before Prince Charming comes along.”

Compare that childhood adage to the very first experimenters who got up close and personal with the Colorado River toad by either kissing or licking one of them.  Whoever got the hoppers mad enough that first time most likely found out that these dwellers of the Sonoran Desert secrete Bufotenin from their glands as part of their primary defense system. Even more importantly, these pioneer toad-lickers surely stumbled upon the psychedelic nature of the amphibian. In fact, the glandular secretions of the Colorado River toad contain 5-MeO-DMT, a hallucinogenic of a most interesting nature.

Before you go out to try to find your own croaking “Prince Charming,” though, it is i