💧 Serpents and jaguars and ayahuasca—oh my!

Welcome back to The Drop In, friends! It’s been one of those doom-scroll kind of weeks, so we hope our newsletter offers you some respite from the barrage of stormy headlines.

Our featured story today is about the visionary lore of ayahuasca. If you speak to people who have sipped the ancient brew, chances are you’ve heard about the phenomenon of meeting deities, ancestors, or even aliens. But there are a few sacred jungle animals that tend to make cameos in people’s ayahuasca visions. We wrote about this cosmic mystery below!

If you scroll past the Ayurvedic microdosing routine, you will also find stories about what made Maria Sabina unique, what you need to know about working with kambo, and a creative gift idea for the psychonaut in your life 🧑‍🚀.

That’s it for now! Have a restful weekend, and we’ll check in with ya on Monday.

Stay safe out there 🫶,

Mary Carreón
Senior Editor

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The co-founder of a leading at-home ketamine therapy provider is raising alarms about the industry's shifting priorities, warning that profit is being placed ahead of patient care. Describing the telehealth ketamine space as a "wild west," he highlights concerns about over-prescription and slipping standards, calling for stricter regulations and patient assessments to ensure safety. Click here to learn more about the challenges facing the ketamine telehealth industry.

New research reveals that coca consumption in Europe may have begun much earlier than previously believed. Analyses of human remains from a 19th-century crypt in Milan show traces of cocaine, suggesting that coca leaves were used in the 1600s—nearly two centuries before the plant was thought to have arrived in Europe. Click here to read the full story behind this surprising discovery.

Our sense of disconnection from the earth and each other is a wound that must be healed if we are to live in right relationship with the world around us. In this reflective piece, Camille Barton explores the roots of this disconnection—what they call "the Void"—and its impact on individuals and society, while offering pathways to reconnect with our ancestors, the earth, and our collective history. Click here to read the full article and dive deeper into healing the Void.

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• From psilocybin nasal sprays to transdermal ayahuasca, an ethical debate unfolds about the optimization of plant medicines by drug development companies.

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🐸 Are you thinking about working with kambo for the first time? Here is what you should know to have a safe experience, including questions to ask your potential practitioner.

💊 If you’re new to microdosing, you may have heard of The Stamets Stack—a dosing protocol designed to enhance cognitive ability. Here’s what we know about it.

🧑‍⚕️Ketamine IV infusions are one of the most popular treatment methods and the most subject to clinical study. Here’s everything you need to know.

👅 Drug checking is essential for LSD. Here’s our guide on how to use an LSD test kit to protect yourself from adulterated drugs.

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

1. Cold season is here, but don’t fear! This fast-acting, sweet and spicy tonic is your go-to for immune support. Packed with powerhouse herbs like Echinacea, Ginger, Garlic, and Turmeric, it’s designed to help you bounce back fast from colds and keep your immune system strong. Trust us, you’ll want to keep this tincture* in your wellness arsenal all season long.

2. East Forest’s new documentary, Music for Mushrooms, is now screening at exclusive premiere events worldwide. This 82-minute narrative film is a powerful tribute to the transformative power of art and introspection in a world yearning for healing and connection. Don’t miss the chance to experience it—click here to see if it’s coming to a city near you.

3. Need a new book? How to Change Your Body by Saga Briggs is a must-read. It explores how disconnection from the body might be at the root of anxiety, depression, and more. Through interviews with experts and personal stories, Briggs uncovers the link between bodily awareness, social connection, and healing. A must-read for anyone seeking deeper self-understanding. Click here to grab a copy.

4. If you’re looking for a fun fall/ winter project, now’s a great time to try your hand at shroom cultivation. Our friends at Spore Vision have the best selection of spores*, and they even come with a sterility guarantee. Pair that with our How to Grow Mushrooms course and you’ll be sitting on an endless supply of mushies in no time.

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🍊Does orange juice really intensify a trip or stop a bad one?

Some seem to treat orange juice as a cure-all for negative reactions to psychedelics. On Reddit, people are posing questions like “what’s the best orange juice for a trip?” and “does orange juice affect shroom trips?” Some say the beverage could stop a bad trip, while others appear worried that it could end or ruin a trip. 

But is there any truth behind the notion that orange juice can either enhance a psychedelic trip or put an end to a bad one? 

Head over to our YouTube to find out.