Patrick McConnell


Patrick is a freelance writer and blogger at AdjustableNormal. Since his youth, he has been fascinated with psychedelics and altered states, experimenting with them on and off the page. His drive to explore consciousness has brought him around the world and down many rabbit holes to yogis, plant nerds, and alternative communities. Originally Canadian, he lives in the Peruvian Andes with his wife and cat.

San Pedro Cacti
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Where Are San Pedro Cactus Legal?

The San Pedro Cactus, also known as Huachchuma, is legal in many parts of the world. San Pedro is part of South American culture and contains mescaline, a powerful and long-lasting psychedelic compound.

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Yagé vs Ayahuasca – Unique in Spirit and Science

Understanding the subtle differences between different plant mixtures isn’t a skill many Westerners develop. Tribes throughout the Amazon possess an uncanny ability to identify plants that academics don’t even have names for. Noticing different effects between Yagé vs ayahuasca is likely only possible for shamans and plant medicine connoisseurs.  From the perspective of a working […]

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Ayahuasca and Antidepressants – Is it Safe?

Seeking relief from depression by going to an ayahuasca retreat is a common goal. Yet many of us navigating depression have been prescribed antidepressants. However, it is not considered safe to mix ayahuasca and antidepressants. In this article, we will unpack different ayahuasca contraindications with SSRIs and MAOIs and how long after being on antidepressants […]

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Best Ayahuasca Documentaries - Tripping in the jungle
Ayahuasca

10 Best Ayahuasca Documentaries in 2022

Ayahuasca’s mystery, potency, and continued use in shamanic settings today have inspired many adventurers and storytellers. We sorted through the dozen of existing docs to find the best ayahuasca documentaries to learn what it’s like to drink ayahuasca.

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Fresh fruits and vegetables are an essential part of the Ayahuasca Diet
Ayahuasca

What is The Ayahuasca Preparation Diet?

 A big part of a successful ayahuasca experience is following the ayahuasca preperation diet. Cleaning up our eating habits is encouraged to make ayahuasca more effective. There are many reasons behind undertaking an ayahuasca diet, from modern pharmacology to ancient shamanic perspectives.  Taking ayahuasca is a significant commitment. Preparing well helps us start the process […]

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Ayahuasca

10 Ways to Prepare for an Ayahuasca Retreat

Going on an ayahuasca retreat or ceremony is a big deal. Whether you are preparing for your first ayahuasca retreat or your 100th ceremony, there is often a sense of stepping into the unknown. Ayahuasca can indeed trigger profound changes in people’s lives. Yet, like any achievement, there is a degree of difficulty involved. Through […]

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How Long Does It Take To Grow Magic Mushrooms
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How Long Does It Take To Grow Magic Mushrooms

“How long does it take to grow magic mushrooms”? is probably the most common question that newbies have when embarking on the passion project.

Growing mushrooms is easier to start than you might think and it doesn’t have to be expensive. You can order mushroom grow kits or learn how to build a basic at home setup.

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Pros and Cons of Microdosing - Learn all about them
Microdosing

The Pros and Cons of Microdosing

Understanding the pros and cons of microdosing is vital in the face of reports like “microdosing saved my marriage” or assurances that popping a pill makes creative breakthroughs possible. But the reality is that the vast majority of microdosing hype is still anecdotal.

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How To Properly Store Magic Mushrooms
Psilocybin

How To Properly Store Magic Mushrooms

Did you know ‘shrooms degrade? If you don’t know how to properly store magic mushrooms, over time, the active compound in your magic mushrooms, psilocybin, breaks down and becomes less potent. But taking care of your fresh or dried psilocybin mushrooms doesn’t have to be complicated. So after you’ve consumed our “How Long Does It […]

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Microdosing Products: Guide to Mushroom Products
Microdosing

Guide to Mushroom Microdosing Products

While the current psychedelic industry is still in a wild west phase of growth, finding trusted brands, particularly in the online dispensary scene, can be difficult in 2022. That’s why FrshMinds has selected a few of our favorites with solid reputations and innovative products.

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Growing Magic Mushrooms Resources
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Growing Magic Mushrooms: Resources

In recent years YouTube has become flooded with information resources for growing magic mushrooms by content creators sharing their knowledge. In fact, there is now so much content it can be hard to find the best mushroom cultivation resources! But we have logged the hours on Youtube for you. Check out the best mushroom growing […]

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Where To Buy Magic Mushrooms Near Me - Frshminds
Psychedelics

Where To Buy Magic Mushrooms Near Me

With the rise of psychedelics, the frequency with which the term “Where To Buy Magic Mushrooms Near Me” is searched is ever increasing. Dispensaries are popping up all over North America, positioning themselves to hopefully ride the next big wave of the psychoactive plants and fungi people want. Public enthusiasm and demand for psychedelics has […]

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