AUGUST 5TH &Ā 6TH
- 4 HRS of Live Video Lessons (2HRS/DAY)
- Lifetime Access / Downloadable Material
- Q&A Support and Engagement with Acacea
- Written Course CompanionĀ + Bonus Educational Material
- Affordable Price (Discount for YAWN community)
Ā LIVE VIDEO LESSON SCHEDULE
(Live videos are recorded forĀ lifetime viewing if you cannot make the scheduled times)
Monday August 5th: 4PM PST | 7PM EST
Tuesday August 6th: 10AM PST | 1PM ESTĀ
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! SPACES ARE LIMITED.
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PRESENTED BY YAWN
Join our "Introduction to Psychedelics Mini" course designed specifically for beginners or experienced explorers who want to extend their knowledge. Whether you're curious about the science, and potential therapeutic benefits, or simply want to explore new dimensions of consciousness, this course has it all!
Ā š Enroll now and start your journey into the fascinating world of psychedelics. Spaces are limited!
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TOPICS COVERED:
- Introduction to Magic Mushrooms
- Microdosing and Macrodosing Protocols
- Dosage Guidelines
- Historical Use and Spiritual Traditions of the World and Cultural icons
- Identification and Species
- Psychoactive Components
- Effects on the Brain
- Medical and Therapeutic Use
- Cultivation Basics
- Safety and Risk Management
- Legal Status
- Ethical and Environmental ConsiderationsĀ
Why this class?
No Experience Required
This course was created for novice mushroom explorers with little to no experience. It's simple and easy to follow along!
Mini Course isĀ FastĀ + Accessible
Two days, 2 hour live video per day. Lifetime access to recordings and course educational material to do this on your own time on another date.
Affordable
The course has been discounted to make it accessible and inclusive. Once you have the course enrollment, you can use it forever, and share your knowledge with friends and family. YAWN community gets 50% off the discounted price.
Take Your Health Into Your Hands
Learn everything you need to know to begin an informed and responsible relationship with plant medicine to ensure harm reduction an safety. Also get pro tips to take your experiences to the next level.
BONUS: When you enroll in this courseĀ you will get half off theĀ the main course and 20% off of the full Fall Beginner Esoteric Studies, and Humanities of Psilocybin Course.Ā


AĀ beginner course on magic mushrooms that breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language, enhanced by engaging visual aids. Here are main topics that could be included to provide a balanced understanding of both the benefits and risks:
- IntroductionĀ to Magic Mushrooms
- Overview of what magic mushrooms are, their history and growing environments, we will discuss six main types,Ā Conocybe, Gymnopilus, Panaeolus, Pluteus, Psilocybe, and Stropharia.
- Microdosing and Macrodosing Protocols andĀ Overview
- Dosage Guide & FAQ
- Effects on the Brain
- How psilocybin affects the brain, including its impact on emotion, perception, and cognition.
- What to expect when you're setting intentions versus the actual trip
- Four kinds of trips: Giggles & Fear/Guilt, Joy & Shame, Pride & Humility, Life & Death, finding the middle way through contrasting emotional landscapesĀ
- Medical and Therapeutic Use
- Current research on the therapeutic benefits for conditions such as depression, PTSD, and anxiety.
- Historical Use and Spiritual Traditions of the World and Cultural icons
- Discussion of traditional and historical uses of psilocybin mushrooms in various cultures.
- Buddhist Traditions - Amrit & Soma Lama Mike Crowley
Hindu Traditions - Neelakantha & Shiva, Krishna, Brahma, Indra - African Traditions- Sangoma Traditions, Panther Society,
- Ancient Egyptian Use, and modern use - Baba Kilindi Iyi
- Mayan/MexĆca Use - Maria Sabina & Camela Martinez, Tom Lane
- European Use, Baba Masha, and others
- Identification and Species
- Basics of identifying magic mushrooms, focusing on key characteristics to distinguish them from potentially harmful species.
- Psychoactive Components
- Explanation of psilocybin and psilocin, the compounds responsible for the mushrooms' psychedelic effects.
- Legal Status
- An overview of the legal status of psilocybin mushrooms around the world, emphasizing local laws.
- Cultivation Basics
- Introduction to the basics of mushroom cultivation for educational purposes.
- Safety and Risk Management
- Discussing safe consumption practices, potential side effects, and how to manage a bad trip.
Ethical and Environmental Considerations
Cover ethical considerations in foraging and consuming magic mushrooms, and their impact on natural habitats.
- Discussing safe consumption practices, potential side effects, and how to manage a bad trip.
