Microdosing 101

sourcing + preparation

Let’s talk about the very real, largely absurd legal gray zone you’re stepping into.

Is microdosing legal?
Technically—no. Psilocybin is still considered a Schedule I substance under federal law. Which means it's grouped with heroin, and defined as having:

  • High potential for abuse

  • No accepted medical use

  • Unsafe for use under medical supervision
    ...which is, quite frankly, nonsense.

Here’s what’s actually true:

  • Psilocybin is anti-addictive

  • It’s impossible to overdose

  • It ranks lowest on the drug harm scale, far below alcohol, tobacco, and antidepressants

  • It holds two “Breakthrough Therapy” designations from the FDA for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder

  • It’s shown incredible promise for PTSD, end-of-life anxiety, addiction recovery, cluster headaches, and more

  • It literally grows in your backyard

So yes, it's technically illegal in most places. But a growing number of cities and states are decriminalizing it, and most law enforcement simply isn’t focused on individuals with a bottle of capsules in their kitchen cabinet. If you’re not running a mushroom empire out of your garage, you’re probably fine.

This is not legal advice. It’s lived experience and a dash of common sense.

Why does any of this matter?
Because part of the deeper healing is reclaiming your sovereignty. You’re doing something ancient. Sacred. Human. The war on psychedelics is part of a larger pattern of suppressing practices that return people to themselves.

And I trust you to take care of yourself in a smart, respectful way.

Sourcing Your Medicine

If you’re working with me directly, I’ll point you toward a trusted referral. Otherwise, here are a few ideas to start your search:

  • Ask someone you trust who’s on the path

  • Check out local psychedelic societies (great for community + connection too)

  • Look into grow kits and learn to cultivate your own supply—this is the most sovereign path

Warning signs:

  • Avoid buying from strangers on Instagram (I can’t believe this needs to be said, but it does)

  • Don’t assume “chocolate bars” contain what they say they do

  • Know that Amanita is a totally different mushroom and not what we’re talking about here

delivery method

Most people begin with capsules—they offer consistency, precision, and make it easy to track and adjust your dose over time. Capsules also help normalize the practice. We’re used to taking supplements this way, and it can feel comforting to treat microdosing as a natural extension of your wellness routine—rather than something secretive or outlandish.

Once you’re comfortable and dialed in, you can shift into a more intuitive rhythm. Some people enjoy using chocolates, honey, or even just a pinch of dried mushroom powder as the relationship evolves.

What matters most isn’t the format—it’s the way you relate to it.

Microdosing is a conversation. Listen to your body. Notice what shifts. Track what feels subtle, what feels supportive, and what doesn’t. Let it be a practice of curiosity, respect, and self-trust—not control.