Richard fell avidly in love with gardening very early. As a kid and farm boy, one of his favorite garden plants was sweet basil. His love for gardening was one deeply felt, for it is still the mystery of plants that keep him awake deep into the night.
Richard is a graduate of Colorado State University, where he received a BS
and MS in Agricultural Science. He is currently a doctoral researcher of mushroom botany at the University of Arizona. His latest book, “Magic Mushrooms” provides outstanding tips and insight into the intriguing benefits of psilocybin mushrooms.
He is an incurable optimist who sees the good in everyone and thrives by helping them become a better version of themselves.
Magic
M U S H R O O M S
(The Complete Guide to Growing
and Using Psilocybin Mushrooms)
Richard Korman
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INTRODUCTION
The use of mind-altering substances, such as mushrooms, has been seen in the history of humankind – whether it be as an aid in religious ceremonies to encounter “spiritual consciousness” or used recreationally. These substances, often referred to as drugs, are now established within our societies.
Their usage has been critiqued by many, and such critique within the legal circles has led to their ban in many parts of the world, especially due to the results of scientific research that claims they are harmful to the human body and psyche. The use of these mushrooms is also frowned upon due to societal norms.
Yet, it is actually scientific research which has led to the continuation of such a debate of “to use or not to use,” as research has also shown how these
‘drugs’ positively impact the health of humans.
Well, the mushrooms that are apart of such legal discussions are not the kind that helps to make superb tasting risotto or even those we would commonly have on our pizzas; nor the mushrooms which are toxic/poisonous and may lead to death. The mushrooms which are deemed most helpful, and harmful at the same time, are those of the psychedelic nature. These are known as
“magic mushrooms.” What makes them distinct from other mushrooms, is the substance “psilocybin,” which produces the hallucinogenic effects experienced by its users.
If you wish to partake in such an experience, how is it that you will know which mushroom is safe and will give you the desired results? You may even question how harmful or useful these drugs may be to you.
This guide hopes to provide the answers to questions such as these and more.
As a guide on magic mushrooms, it will present details about the history of their usage, provide specifics on the different kinds, and the best ones to consume.
It will even further guide you on how to identify them, helping you to make a distinction between psilocybin mushrooms and those that are fatal.
You will also be able to delve deeper into the various research which provides information on how magic mushrooms may be used to improve health – research related to cancer, mental disorders and other ailments.
In addition, if your interest has been ever so piqued and you wish to cultivate these mushrooms for your own use, this guide will give you steps to help you on your way to grow these in your home.
The objective information presented in this book will look at the varied positive and negative effects of these drugs. It is hoped that at the end of reading, you will have a better understanding of magic mushrooms, producing your own conclusive analysis about the surrounding the usage of these psychedelic fungi.
CHAPTER ONE
WHAT ARE MAGIC MUSHROOMS
Magic mushrooms, as they're understood, are naturally occurring fungi that are ordinarily consumed raw or dried and can be consumed in coffee or tea.
These mushrooms create hallucinogenic effects on the consumer.
Dried Magic Mushrooms
There are variety of magical mushrooms with varying strengths of hallucinogenic effects. Fundamentally, preparation methods and consumption methods are dependent on the user. If consumption produces gratifying effects or even a nightmarish experience is not something the user may control. It normally takes no more than an hour to your “trip” or for you to begin hallucinating, and such effects may last up to six hours per day. It's similar (and is a less extreme alternative) to the a more harmful semi-synthetic hallucinogen LSD.
Magic mushrooms are usually prepared by massaging and are consumed by being blended into food or beverages, though some people today eat freshly harvested magic mushrooms.
They also have “street names.,” such as: Shrooms,
Mushies,
