Posts by Xavier Francuski
CBD for ADHD: A Calming Ally for a Hyperactive Mind
Although we have no scientific evidence that using CBD for ADHD works, many personal reports are promising. Read to learn what we know and what we don’t.
Read MoreCBD for Anxiety: How It Can Help You Relieve Stress
Studies have shown that using CBD for anxiety relief can be efficient. The calming effect of CBD on the nervous system reduces stress and alleviates associated mental dysfunctions. Read on to learn more about this healing cannabinoid.
Read MoreIndigenous or Western Ayahuasca Shamans – Which is Best?
Are there good reasons to prefer indigenous ayahuasca shamans over Western ayahuasca facilitators? Or is it better to just look for a good one…
Read MoreNeocolonialism in Amazonian Ayahuasca Communities
Since Westerners have swooped in on indigenous ayahuasca practices in the Amazon, things have started to change for local communities…
Read MoreCan Kambo Kill Coronavirus?
The tree frog medicine kambo is used to treat illness and produce spiritual healing. But is there any evidence that kambo is antiviral or antimicrobial?
Read More9 Reasons Why the 2020s Will Be the Most Psychedelic Decade Yet!
2019 gave the psychedelic movement so much to be hopeful for! What psychedelic advancements can we look forward to in the decade of the 2020s?
Read MoreThe Entourage Effect in Cannabis
Cannabis is more than just THC… There are dozens of other compounds in the plant, and they interact to produce something called the “entourage effect.”
Read MoreWhat’s a “Traditional” Ayahuasca Ceremony? Hint: It’s Not What You Think
Is there such a thing as a traditional ayahuasca ceremony? What do ayahuasca retreats mean when they call their ceremonies “traditional”?
Read MoreWhat Are Ayahuasca Icaros & How Do They Work?
Icaros are shamanic songs that come from spiritual realms, and possess unparalleled power. Here we describe the different types, and where icaros come from.
Read MoreLSD vs Magic Mushrooms
LSD and magic mushrooms are two classic psychedelics with some important similarities, but many differences. Which is right for you?
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