It’s 9AM and i’m staring out at the endless North Atlantic ocean and then back down at my mug. I can see flecks of functional mushrooms floating around in the layer of coconut oil that floats on top of my morning coffee. 

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I’m honestly not sure if they’re doing anything, but I like that they’re there. Remnants and reminders of moments of intense connectivity to the planet and to all living beings. Even if they may not have a direct chemical impact (link to a paper in Nature exploring this question) they help me return to that state of oneness and interconnectivity. A state of deep feeling and awareness, love and respect for all life on earth. 

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Dr. Andrew Huberman says that humans have to get at least 15 minutes of low-angle sun exposure every morning to stay happy healthy and productive. This is the northeast corner of North America in the fall, so I’m using Dr. Huberman’s advice as an excuse to sit out and write this vignette. Tempus fugit. Tomorrow could bring a Nor’Easter. 

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Anyways, back to the microdose. I don’t suppose one needs any substance to feel this sense of interconnectivity. That being said — if there is a substance that helps us cut through the numbing effect that years on this planet can have on people, and allows those numbed masses to feel again, and enjoy the little things — shouldn’t it be celebrated? 

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I think so. 

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