Category: Understanding Psychedelics

Psilocybin temporarily increases Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and glutamate levels, which encourage the growth of new neural connections.
Think of it as the brain’s “learning mode.” Old pathways tied to fear or habit can loosen, allowing new ones to form. That’s why microdosing and post-trip journaling can reinforce positive behavioural changes.