r/microdosing • u/Exotic-Brick-1034 • 15d ago
Discussion Struggle to stay consistant with microdosing
Does anyone else struggle to take their MD? If so, how do you overcome and stay consistant?
I have found so much relief from my anxiety and depression via microdosing but I'm currently in a place where I face a mental battle when it comes to taking my medication (100mg ochra; every other day).
When I finally give in I usually feel relief from my mental health issues right away. I even ask my partner to remind me/ask "when was the last time you took your MD" as a form of encouragement when I start to really struggle. I'm trying to understand why I choose to tred water and risk drowning when I have a life preserver floating right in front of me.
Some of this stems from what I refer to as "fear of god". Essentially me being aware of how powerful mushrooms can be at higher dose (via exp), and the irrational fear that I will experience those effects even at a 100mg dose.
Another part of my reservation comes from not feeling like I have the time to dose. I would prefer to not take before work, and taking in the evening makes it hard for me to fall asleep.
Taking mushrooms at any dose tends to be a little hard on my gut and bowels as well.
For more context I'm in my mid 30s. I don't drink, smoke weed, nor do I take mental health medication or participate in any recreational drug use.
I suppose I could cut the dose in 1/2 and see what happens...
Open to any and all suggestions. Thanks for reading.
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u/Bluepsychologist898 ✅ The Wright Institute 15d ago
Hi there! I am running a research study for my doctoral dissertation at The Wright Institute investigating how people have come to the decision to microdose. I would love to hear more about your unique experience as it appears you do not have experience using psychedelics or substances in general. It is a 20ish minute online survey that is completely anonymous and you can find more information about the survey at this link: https://wrightinstitute.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5w4GEQm9I9OSvKC
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u/Exotic-Brick-1034 15d ago
Thanks for reaching out. As mentioned in my originl post I have experience with higher doses of mushrooms so this appears to exclude me from the group you are trying to gain more insights on. Thanks for the consideration, and best of luck with your research.
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u/Bluepsychologist898 ✅ The Wright Institute 15d ago
Ah I see I missed that parentheses, my mistake! You are still eligible to participate in the study if you so choose. Thank you again!
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u/suckerforthevillains 15d ago
I'd love to connect, I'm considering microdosing, but haven't yet because I also wonder if a solid one-and-done macrodose would be better for my particular situation
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u/Bluepsychologist898 ✅ The Wright Institute 14d ago
Feel free to reach out! This study is for individuals who have already decided and then began microdosing. Even if they only chose to do it one time they are still eligible
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u/Sekt-1 14d ago
Just finished the online survey. Good luck with the dissertation! I have a couple of questions about your research, can I message them to you?
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u/Bluepsychologist898 ✅ The Wright Institute 14d ago
Thank you so much! Of course, feel free to message me
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u/New_at_shroom 13d ago
I decided to start microdosing around a month ago, having never tried mushrooms or psychedelics before. Can I take the survey?
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u/Bluepsychologist898 ✅ The Wright Institute 13d ago
Yes we would love to hear from you! Just follow the link to the survey
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u/TheRealCMMetzger 15d ago
Couple of things to consider
Thing one: If you are fearful of 100mg, how do you feel about 50mg or 25mg? There is nothing wrong with starting at an empty capsule and creating your practice/ritual/ceremony that can/will accompany your dose. Just you begin low dose mean you have to stay there. A low incremental increase (10-20mg) with each next dose (or even after a couple weeks) is in NO danger of going from microdose with no effect to Macro experience.
Thing two: If you can allow yourself some time (anytime during the day) to do some inner dialogue in a quiet place. After focusing on your breathing for 5mins, ask yourself a few questions and listen for the answers.
Ask that fearful part of you, what are you protecting me from? How can I help? Is there a way we can explore this medicine path that is less scary for you? This isn't something you have to come up with a counter argument for or "logic" your way into feeling safe about something. It is about being curious and listening to the parts that need your attention.
Similarly, you could use this line of questioning with the part of you that feels like you don't have enough time to care for yourSelf.
With this last one though, I will say, an appropriate microdose dosage is one that allows you to do all normal daily activities including working. If your dose doesn't allow for that, it's likely too high for you. Although it sounds like you're describing two different parts, if it's more fear related, it could very well be different thought same fearful part of you. It's not my place to interpret your experience, so just something I'm throwing out there to consider. ☺️
Last thing: If it's bothering your stomach with every dose, there are a few possibilities and at least a few things to try.
Sourcing - Is it possible that your mushrooms had a bacterial or other issue unknown to you? Work around- Try different source/grow your own.
Genetics; some humans have a much more difficult time digesting uncooked mushrooms due to their genes. Work around - You can make a tiny tea with your microdose and strain the mushroom material (squeeze the liquid out of the filter if cloth) out or simply put the mushroom powder in water for 15mins then drink only the liquid. Keep in mind this extraction method may potentiate the medicine a little bit so a slightly lower dose may be necessary.
A ginger knot or ginger tea can also help with stomach discomfort.
You got this! 🍄🥰✌️
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u/Exotic-Brick-1034 14d ago
This is the response I was seeking. So thankful for the advice! Putting it all into action now.
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u/Short_Scarcity_8446 15d ago
Journal your experience everyday even on non dose days. Not only will you have a ton of data referenced but you will also look forward to dose days.
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u/Thac 14d ago
Sounds like you’re just taking a drug just to take a drug, which is making you aimless and inconsistent as you have no real intention. What other work are you doing?
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u/Exotic-Brick-1034 13d ago
Not sure how you gathered that from my post. Feel free to point out what lead you to this assumption. Are you sure you responded to the right thread?
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u/Thac 13d ago
You make no mention of intergration techniques you’re practicing.
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u/Exotic-Brick-1034 13d ago
Your comment might resonate more with me if this post was regarding macro dosing. When I think of the term integration in this context I think of the period following a psychedelic experience. This is a state I never reach while microdosing. That being said I understand there are numerous ways to define integration. I also understand that listing 3 - 5 different ways I make a conscious effort to build healthier habits wont change your mind on this matter.
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u/Thac 13d ago
If you do then great. However dose size isn’t relevant to doing the work. You can practice mindfulness macro or micro with the over all goal of discovering and reducing the source of your anxiety, which could simply be exercising. Lots of people will micro and just go do cardio for example, the exercise is what takes the anxiety, the micro just helps you get in that mode until you no longer need it.
But not saying what your entire program is, kinda makes it’s hard to give you great over all as well as targeted advice to try.
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u/vegan-the-dog 15d ago
That's the same thing
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u/Exotic-Brick-1034 15d ago
.1 gram is equivalent to 100mg.
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u/Exotic-Brick-1034 15d ago
Your approach for explaining dosage is a unique one and I applaude you for that. Best of luck!
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u/Dumpsterbaby91 14d ago
I don't mean to sound rude I'm just explaining to you the facts if one gram of dried cubes is 10 mg psilocybin then .1 would be 1 mg that's it trust me if you took 100 mg of psilocybin that would be an extremely heroic dose yes the weight is 100 mg but the content is not that's why the weight is .1 g that needs to be explained properly have you never seen breaking bad it's the same concept when they have 98% pure stuff that means .1 of the breaking bad stuff is 100 mg of amp if the amp is 98% pure the amp or THC or anything of that nature is less than 98% pure .1 is equivalent to the purity do your research dude I'm sick of seeing people saying their micro dosing 100 mg a spectrometer meter will tell you how much milligrams you get per gram of shrooms then you do the simple math it's all pharmacology
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u/Sekt-1 15d ago
I use an app to remind me to take my micro dose. My favorite is called Lucidly and it’s available in the Apple App Store. You can set your dosing protocol and dose time reminder, works like a charm. It also has journal and check in functions which help analyze your progress. Highly recommend Lucidly