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Neuroplasticity
Psilocybin stimulates the growth of new neural connections. Research from Johns Hopkins and Imperial College London shows promising results for depression and anxiety.
Microdosing · psilocybin truffles
Microdosing with truffles.
A sub-perceptual dose of psilocybin — not enough to 'trip', but enough to notice a difference. More focus, less noise, lighter mood.
What is microdosing?
A tenth of a ceremonial dose.
Microdosing means taking a very small amount of psilocybin — too small to cause hallucinations or an intense journey, but large enough to have a subtle effect on mood, focus and creativity.
A typical microdose is 0.1 to 0.3 grams of dried truffle. Many people take this one day on, two days off — also known as the Fadiman protocol. Others use the Stamets protocol: four days on, three days off.
The effects are subtle but noticeable: more present, less ruminating, thinking more clearly. Not as a haze, but as a lighter version of yourself.
Why people start
What they are looking for.
Less mental noise
Less ruminating, less overthinking. More calm in the head.
Better focus
Getting deeper into work, fewer distractions, more in flow.
Lighter mood
More resilience, less heaviness — without artificial cheerfulness.
Preparation for a ceremony
Some people start with microdosing as a first introduction to psilocybin.
Background
What science says.
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Default Mode Network
Psilocybin dampens the Default Mode Network — the brain network active during ruminating and negative self-thinking. That is the basis of the reported "calm".
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Research emerging
Microdosing is actively being researched. Results are promising but not conclusive. Treat it as a personal experiment, not proven therapy.
Legal status
Legal in the Netherlands.
Magic truffles (sclerotia) fall outside the Dutch Opium Act. They are legally available and usable by adults.
Magic mushrooms (dried mushrooms) are prohibited. Truffles are the legal variant with the same active compound: psilocybin.
Practical
How does it work in practice?
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Conversation first
We discuss your situation, goal and any contraindications — medication use in particular is relevant with psilocybin.
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Choose a protocol
Fadiman (1 day on, 2 off) or Stamets (4 on, 3 off) — depending on your goal and schedule.
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Track and adjust
A simple diary helps to observe effects. You can adjust dosage or rhythm based on what you notice.
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Evaluation moment
After 4 to 6 weeks we evaluate together: what has it yielded and what is a logical next step?