92. Amanita Muscaria for Anxiety and Focus: Beyond the Trip

In this second half of her conversation with Christian Rasmussen, host April Pride explores the broader applications of Amanita muscaria beyond addiction recovery. Christian shares real-world stories from his customers, tips for safe preparation, and how this often misunderstood mushroom is helping people ease anxiety, restore emotional balance, and even sharpen cognitive function. From microdosing protocols to dream-enhancing Blue Lotus, this episode offers insight into Amanita’s powerful but subtle role in modern mental wellness.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Amanita’s unique action on the GABA and glutamate systems may reduce anxiety and improve focus.

-Unlike psilocybin, Amanita can deliver unconscious emotional healing without intense visuals.

-Microdosing 2–3x/day with 0.5–1g consistently supports clarity and emotional regulation.

-Amanita tea must be prepared with heat and acid (lemon) to reduce nausea and activate compounds.

-Other legal herbs like Blue Lotus and Kava complement Amanita’s heart-opening and calming effects.

Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/amanita-muscaria-for-anxiety-and-focus

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