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As the transcendent solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, quickly approaches, you can prepare to experience this rare celestial event in a profound way. With careful planning and intention, you can harness the power of psilocybin mushrooms to open your mind to new dimensions during the eclipse. By sourcing and selecting the optimal mushroom variety, timing your consumption precisely, and creating the ideal set and setting, you give yourself the greatest chance of encountering the mystical unknown.
While preparing, reflect deeply on your motivations and take all necessary precautions to stay safe and comfortable. If you approach the rare eclipse ceremony with purpose and care, it may just become the most meaningful two minutes of your life.
The Solar Eclipse of April 8, 2024: A Brief Overview
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will occur across the United States. During a total solar eclipse, the moon passes directly between the sun and Earth, casting a shadow on Earth’s surface and blocking sunlight from reaching the ground. For up to 4 minutes and 8 seconds, the day will turn to night along the path of totality as the moon obscures the sun. We booked a cabin in Maine, directly in the path of the full effect of the solar eclipse.
The Path of Totality
The path of totality for the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse begins in Mexico and continues through Texas, the Midwest, the Great Lakes region, and New England in the U.S. before ending in Canada. Major cities like Dallas, Indianapolis, Cleveland, and New York City will experience a partial solar eclipse, with at least 60% of the sun obscured.
Only locations within the path of totality will experience the surreal sight of the sun’s corona and experience twilight during the day, like Maine.
When and How to View
The solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will begin shortly after sunrise in the Pacific Ocean. As the moon’s shadow races across North America at over 1,300 miles per hour, the total solar eclipse will start in Mexico around 9:30 am local time. The maximum duration of totality, 4 minutes and 8 seconds, will occur around 1:20 pm along the border of Illinois and Kentucky. The solar eclipse ends at sunset in the Atlantic Ocean.
To view this spectacular celestial event safely, you must obtain ISO-certified eclipse glasses or handheld solar viewers that are specifically designed for direct viewing of the sun. Looking directly at the sun without proper eye protection can lead to permanent eye damage and blindness. With the proper safety precautions taken, experiencing a total solar eclipse can be a breathtaking and memorable event.
Preparing for a Psychedelic Experience During the Eclipse
To fully immerse yourself in the transcendent experience of observing a total solar eclipse under the influence of psilocybin mushrooms, proper preparation is absolutely essential. First, you must source psilocybin mushrooms from a reputable provider to ensure you consume safe, high-quality fungi. Psilocybe cubensis, commonly known as “magic mushrooms,” produce visual and auditory hallucinations ideal for enhancing your perception of this celestial event.
Once you have obtained the necessary provisions, determine the optimal dosage and timing to coincide with the peak of the eclipse. For beginners, 1 to 2 grams of dried mushrooms should produce noticeable psychoactive effects without becoming overwhelming. Consume the dose 60 to 90 minutes before totality to allow adequate time for the psilocybin to take effect. The effects typically last 4 to 6 hours.
To set the right mindset for your journey, find an isolated location away from crowds where you feel comfortable and secure, like my aforementioned cabin in Maine. Bring essential supplies like a flashlight, blankets, water, and any medications you may need. Have a trusted friend or five with you to assist in case of emergency.
Meditate or do light exercises like yoga to relax your mind and body beforehand. As an experienced mushroom user, I’d also like to mention that one of the most effective ways to relax your mind and body is to be with someone you love (or at least care about) and enjoy an hour of sensual sex.
When the eclipse reaches totality and daylight turns to twilight, lay back and gaze in awe at the ethereal sight of the sun’s corona and its plasma streamers dancing across the sky. Absorb the ephemeral beauty of this celestial wonder, and allow the psilocybin to augment your senses and open you to insight and inspiration.
This convergence of astronomical and entheogenic phenomena is sure to produce an experience you will never forget. With the proper precautions taken, observing a total solar eclipse under the influence of magic mushrooms can be a safe and lifelong, deep and meaningful endeavor.
Finding and Consuming Magic Mushrooms Safely
To have a transcendent experience during the 2024 solar eclipse, you must source and ingest psilocybin mushrooms responsibly. I know I mentioned this above, but it needs to be said again. Unless you’re an expert, please, never attempt to hunt your mushrooms.
Sourcing Psilocybin Mushrooms
Psilocybin mushrooms containing the psychoactive compounds psilocybin and psilocin can be found growing wild in many areas of the world, especially in tropical and subtropical climates. However, harvesting wild mushrooms is extremely dangerous if you are not an expert, as many poisonous mushrooms resemble the hallucinogenic species.
It is safer to purchase mushrooms from a trusted source. Some countries have decriminalized or legalized psilocybin mushrooms, allowing them to be purchased from licensed dispensaries. Now, how can I say this without sounding too controversial… Since magic mushrooms are legal in some states, if you’re active on X (formally Twitter), or Instagram, you can seek out legal dispensaries willing to mail them to you. Truthfully, it is how I get mine. I would never buy from an unknown, or someone I think might not be an honest person.
Choosing a Mushroom Species
For a profound eclipse experience, a mushroom species known to induce visual and auditory hallucinations is ideal, such as Psilocybe cubensis. More potent species, like Panaeolus cyanescens, (aka Blue Meanies) could be overwhelming for an event like an eclipse. Consult an expert for guidance on dosing and which species may suit your needs. While I am experienced with mushrooms, I could recommend Golden Teacher mushrooms.
Timing Your Dose
To experience the height of the eclipse’s effects, you must properly time ingesting the mushrooms. Consume the dose at least 45 to 60 minutes before totality to allow the psilocybin to take effect. The effects can last 4 to 6 hours, so keep that duration in mind. Remember that trusted companion or two? Make sure they are with you in case you need help during your journey.
Given the narrow window of totality for the 2024 solar eclipse at any given location, you must plan your dosage schedule based on the timing of totality for your area. For example, if the total solar eclipse will last 2 minutes and 38 seconds where you intend to view it, you will want to take your psilocybin dose 3 to 3.5 hours before totality to experience the peak effects during those fleeting moments of complete daylight obscuration.
Ingesting the Mushrooms
The most common ways to ingest mushrooms are orally, in food or drink, or by steeping in hot water to make tea. Start with a low to moderate dose, around 0.5 to 2 grams of dried mushrooms for most species. Their effects can vary between individuals and batches, so never take a large dose on your first attempt.
Chew the mushrooms (yuck!) thoroughly or steep in boiling water for at least 20 minutes to maximize the amount of psilocybin extracted and minimize nausea. When I make Golden Teacher Tea, I add cane sugar and even a pinch of cinnamon. Magic Mushrooms are generally disgusting when eaten raw, so take heed.
My brother likes to crush up his mushrooms and stir them into a natural peanut butter, then spread on Ritz crackers.
By following these guidelines, you can have a safe, mystical encounter with one of the universe’s grandest spectacles—a total solar eclipse. But remember, psilocybin is an illegal substance in many areas, so follow all laws (sorry, I have to say that) and take appropriate safety precautions. Your transcendence is not worth risking your freedom or health.
Determining the Appropriate Dose
The ideal psilocybin dose to experience the solar eclipse will depend on your body weight, tolerance for psychedelics, and desired intensity of the experience. For most adults with little or no experience with psilocybin, 1 to 2 grams of dried mushrooms should produce noticeable changes in perception and cognition during the eclipse without becoming overwhelming.
Those more familiar with psychedelics may opt for a higher dose of 2 to 3 grams to induce more vivid visual and auditory changes.
Making the Most of Your Psychedelic Solar Eclipse Experience
- Preparation
- To prepare for your transcendent experience, obtain psilocybin mushrooms in advance from a trusted source. Psilocybin mushrooms, also known as ‘magic mushrooms,’ contain the psychedelic compound psilocybin which can alter one’s thoughts and sensory perceptions. For observing a solar eclipse, psilocybin mushrooms are ideal due to their ability to enhance visual perception and alter the experience of time. Ensure you have researched the legal status of psilocybin mushrooms in your area and take appropriate safety precautions.
- Dosage and Timing
- Determine the appropriate dosage of psilocybin mushrooms for your needs and experience level. As a starting point, 1 to 2 grams of dried mushrooms is a moderate dose for many individuals. Ingest the mushrooms approximately 30 to 45 minutes before the peak of the eclipse to allow the effects to manifest during totality. The effects of psilocybin mushrooms typically last 4 to 6 hours, so keep this timeframe in mind for your eclipse viewing plans.
- Set and Setting
- Pay close attention to your mindset and physical setting. Have clear intentions for your experience and seek inner reflection from a safe and peaceful location with few disturbances. Arrange your viewing area ahead of time with necessary supplies like a blanket or chair, filtered telescope or binoculars, art supplies, journal, etc.
- Playing ambient instrumental music (David Gilmour Live in Pompei) can also help set a positive atmosphere and influence the tone of your experience. Eliminate access to technology like phones or computers. Your internal ‘set’ and external ‘setting’ greatly influence the psilocybin experience, so curate them carefully.
Surrender to the Experience!
When the effects of the psilocybin mushrooms become apparent, surrender to the experience. Do not fight the perceptual changes but instead observe your thoughts and senses with a sense of openness and curiosity. Gaze in wonder at the eclipse (with those special glasses!) and notice how your perception of this celestial event shifts and expands.
Allow the beauty and profoundness of the universe to move through you, opening your mind to new insights and inspirations. By surrendering control, you open yourself to a transcendent experience of connection and meaning. It will change you… for the better. Truly.
Conclusion
As the 2024 solar eclipse approaches, prepare yourself for a transcendent experience. With thoughtful planning, intention, and care, psilocybin can open your mind to feel a profound connection with the cosmos. Stay safe by researching legalities, using caution when sourcing, and trip-sitting with a trusted companion.
Allow the eclipse’s fleeting beauty to instill a sense of wonder and inspiration within you.
This rare alignment of the sun, moon, and Earth presents a special opportunity for exploration, joy, and meaning – if you have taken the proper steps. With an open and ready spirit, the eclipse may grant you a glimpse into life’s vast mysteries.
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