Enhanced connection seems to be a recurring theme with many psychedelics, including psilocybin. And it doesn’t seem to matter whether that connection is to another human, or that beautiful tree in the yard.

What is it about magic mushrooms that promotes connectivity?

The human to human connectivity has traditionally been between adults, and doing “adult” things like seeing a concert, or hanging at a party. But what about how it might better connect us to our very own children? We certainly don’t advocate doing mind altering substances around children in doses that could affect your ability to function responsibly. But many people microdose psychedelics to enhance their work life, or artistic endeavours, which all require high functioning clarity.

So could microdosing also help us with our relationships to our children? It seems for some, the answer is yes. A first hand story out of Australia by a mother describes her experience microdosing magic mushrooms, and the effect it had on her relationship with her children:

“I’ve microdosed 6-8 times over the past couple of years, and it has made me a much more patient parent. I’ve always struggled with doing kid things like getting down on the floor and doing Lego, previously it was like sticking a hot fork in my eye.

It’s not like I’ve suddenly developed a love for playing monster trucks – but I can now sit with my children on the floor while they play and notice the sun shining through the window on their hair. I can feel comfortable enough to lay on the couch with them without needing to always be multitasking.”

https://www.bodyandsoul.com.au/sex-relationships/relationships/microdosing-magic-mushrooms-makes-me-a-better-mother/news-story/81f72a872ae8d5addd8bf596b22d81e4?nk=05ed8f790ae8ec12114830ad1b8533e0-1608078605

Parenting is tough, and it’s one of the reasons many parents joke about needing a drink at the end of a long day. But maybe alcohol isn’t the best way to deal with the pressures of being a good parent–perhaps there is merit to alternative practices like microdosing instead.