As we look at the many traditions that include techniques for accessing expanded states of consciousness, one thing is abundantly clear: they are all about preparation. Indigenous people consider these altered states as times for healing and communion with spirit; entered into carefully with reverence in mind. In ceremonies facilitated by the...

The documentary "Fantastic Fungi" takes a closer look at the mysterious and often overlooked world of mushrooms and fungi. The film features interviews with experts as well as stunning footage of these fascinating organisms in their natural habitats.

Magic mushrooms have been used for centuries for religious and spiritual ceremonies. However, in recent years, there has been a growing interest in the potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms.

This week, the University of California at San Francisco's (UCF) Translational Psychedelic Research Program and psychedelic drug development company Filament were given FDA approval for their first-ever clinical trial to test psilocin. This is the molecule that results from your body metabolizing psilocybin, the main psycho-active substance in...

Psilocybin is being used to treat depression, but it's also been shown in clinical trials as an effective treatment for alcohol addiction. Researchers at the New York University School of Medicine were especially interested in how spiritual experiences during people's journey changed their view on their life and their alcohol comsumption afterwards...