Congratulations on starting your microdose journey! After dabbling in My Supply Co's microdose supplements, you may be curious to try our macrodosing supplements.
Understanding the difference between microdosing and macrodosing, along with considering your intentions and how your body responds, helps you approach psychedelic experiences thoughtfully and safely.
In this article, we dive into the difference between microdosing and macrodosing, explore the implications of tolerance buildup, and offer recommendations for responsible and informed use.
What is a microdose?
Microdosing involves consuming sub-hallucinogenic doses of psilocybin. Microdosing is taking mushrooms but not tripping. There’s no definitive rule on what defines a microdose. However, it can be as low as 25mg (0.025g) or as high as around 0.3g. Anything above 0.3 brings on perceivable effects.
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Can I take all My Supply Co. microdose Stacks together?
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What is a macrodose?
In contrast, macrodosing involves consuming larger, perceptible doses of magic mushrooms, which can induce profound alterations in consciousness, intense visual and auditory hallucinations, and significant shifts in perception and thought patterns. A magic mushroom macrodose is anything over 1g.
As a disclaimer, do not attempt macrodosing if you’re a beginner at magic mushrooms. We recommend working your way up to a macrodose.
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Take breaks between doses.
You cannot ingest magic mushrooms every day. You will build up a tolerance and stop getting the full benefits from the doses you're taking.
With microdosing, tolerance buildup tends to be slower compared to macrodosing. However, even with microdosing, consistent use over time can lead to a reduced sensitivity to the effects of psilocybin.
That's why every established microdosing protocol has small 1 - 3 day breaks between microdose days, and longer breaks after every 4 - 8 weeks of microdosing.
In contrast, macrodosing, can result in more rapid tolerance development. After a single macrodose experience, individuals may find that subsequent doses within a short timeframe produce diminished effects.
Bottom line: regardless of whether you're macro or microdosing, taking breaks is essential to receiving continued benefits.
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Guidelines for macrodosing during your microdosing protocol:
Start Low and Go Slow: Whether considering microdosing or macrodosing with magic mushrooms, it's essential to start with a low dose and gradually increase as needed. This approach allows for a better understanding of individual sensitivity and tolerance to psilocybin.
Adopt a Cyclical Schedule: To prevent tolerance buildup, design a microdosing schedule that includes regular off-days or weeks to allow your body and mind to reset sensitivity to psilocybin.
Stop microdosing before macrodosing: No matter where you are in your microdosing cycle, you need to take a break of at least 1 week before you macrodose. This allows your body to adjust its sensitivity to psilocybin, and ensures you get the most out of your macrodose journey.
Practice Integration: Integration is a crucial aspect of any psychedelic experience. Take time to reflect on your microdosing or macrodosing experiences and integrate any insights gained into your daily life. Incorporate mindfulness practices, journaling, or therapy to process and integrate your experiences effectively. We recommend taking a break of at least 1 week between each microdose cycle and macrodose trip to get the full therapeutic effect of the psilocybin.
Seek Support if Needed: If you're considering microdosing or macrodosing for therapeutic purposes, consider seeking support from a qualified therapist or healthcare provider experienced in psychedelic-assisted therapy.
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