💧 Meet the most iconic LSD blotters in history

Welcome back to The Drop In! This week feels like it’s moving at light speed—maybe it’s the solar eclipse in Libra? Or perhaps time is spinning in an invisible Fibonacci spiral, speeding up and sending us whirling like we’re on the Tea Cup ride at Disneyland. Or maybe time isn’t real at all, and these sensations are just facets of a long, strange trip 🫠…

Anyways, this week’s feature story is about eight pieces of quintessential acid art that shaped psychedelic culture. Acid historian Erik Davis breaks down the details behind a collection of iconic blotters and what they meant to trippers throughout the decades in a fun interview with journalist Michelle Lhooq. If you scroll past that, you’ll find stories about Congress wanting us to take a psychedelics survey, spiritual transformations leading to lasting mental health benefits, and a drug known as “pink cocaine.”

You can also find links to drug testing kits, enhancements for your microdosing routine, and music by Glass Beams below! Enjoy the weekend and talk to you on Monday 🌞.

Mary Carreón
Senior Editor

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Two Congressmen are seeking public input on how to safely incorporate psilocybin and MDMA into therapy. They're asking for insights from mental health professionals, psychedelic users, and stakeholders to help shape future policy. Click here to read the full article and learn how you can contribute.

A new study shows that spiritual transformations from psychedelics like psilocybin and LSD can lead to lasting psychological benefits. Those who believe consciousness is fundamental to reality report greater well-being, with idealism emerging as a key link between psychedelic use and improved mental health.  Click here to read the full story.

Iboga, often referred to as the “grandfather” of visionary medicines, is known for its profound, two-day journeys that connect people with their ancestors and the universe, while also offering deep healing, especially from addiction. However, it’s not for everyone—proper preparation and monitoring are essential to ensure safety. Click here to read quotes from Bwiti elders and Westerners who work with iboga about the plant itself and the wisdom gleaned from it.

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• The psychedelic landscape might appear to be a boy’s club, but dig deeper and you’ll find that’s far from the truth. Meet the innovative, influential, and disruptive women in psychedelics.

• Finding community can be hard, but psychedelic societies are gathering spaces for fellow explorers.

• Poets Gerd Stern, Allen Ginsberg, and Carl Solomon influenced a generation of psychedelic counterculture–they met in a psychiatric hospital.

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🍭 Candy flipping is one of the oldest and most popular poly drug mixes or drug “flips” out there. Described as intense and transcendent, here's our must-read guide on this popular combo.

👛 Pink cocaine isn’t exactly a new drug, and it’s not what you might think it is. Here’s what you should know about this trendy drug club that inspired a new music scene.

🟠 Cordyceps are traditionally used for energy and stamina, but how do you find the right products? Here are the best cordyceps supplements, recommended by herbalists.

🍄 The legal status of psilocybin globally is in flux. Here's where you can journey without prosecution—sort of…

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Here are today’s recommendations to help you live more psychedelically… 

1. Curious about exploring your inner depths? Illuminating the Hidden Self: Navigating the Jungian Shadow with Psychedelics is an 8-week course designed to guide you into deeper self-awareness. You'll dive into Jungian psychology, shadow work, and the role of psychedelics in self-revelation—all led by expert facilitators. Early-bird pricing is available now—click here to learn more and sign up!* The program starts on Oct. 30. 

2. Are you a teacher or educator looking to incorporate more fungi education into your school year? The Fungi Foundation offers a free mycological curriculum and unique educational resources on its website. Access them here and spread the wisdom and magic of fungi to people of all ages.

3. Here’s your monthly reminder to Test. Your. Drugs! You don’t need a whole chemistry set to check your drugs for other unexpected (and potentially dangerous) substances. You can check them right in the privacy of your own home with a kit from the nonprofit DanceSafe. It’s essential for harm reduction so grab your kit today!*

4. Looking to set the right vibe while you work? The perfect music can completely transform your day—even if you're stuck staring at a screen for hours. Lately, we’ve had Glass Beams’ EP Mahal on repeat, and it’s making all the difference. Give it a listen here. 

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🍄 Shroom Types 101 🍄

There are 14,000 different species of mushrooms, and more than 180 different kinds of mushrooms containing psilocybin, the primary psychoactive ingredient in what’s often referred to as “shrooms.”

Click here to learn about popular psilocybin species AND other non-psilocybin psychoactives.