DM Turner- The Esseential psychedelic guide

A large dose experience with mushrooms can feel quite similar to
N,N-DMT, (dimethyltryptamine) but with much less intensity. The visuals
tend to have the same character as DMT visuals, and I find that I easily go
into trance, which is frequent with N,N-DMT. The similarity in experiences
is not unexpected since mushrooms actually contain long-lasting
tryptamines. The chemical formula of psilocin, the active component of the
mushroom, is 4-OH-DMT. See the chapter on DMT for more information
on this fascinating substance.
This 16th century Aztec statue
depicts Xochipilli, the Prince of
Flowers. His face stares towards the
heavens in a state of ecstasy, and his
body is adorned with several
psychoactive plants, including the
morning glory and psilocybe
mushrooms.
Photograph © 1992-1994 Marc
Franklin
I also find some negative qualities in comparing the experience of
mushrooms to acid. The mushroom experience moves a bit slower than an
acid high and tends to be less intense. I find it more difficult to break
through to a full-on psychedelic state with mushrooms. And the trip can not
be guided as easily as an acid trip.
I've used LSD more often than mushrooms because it's suitable to more
diverse environments, and almost always produces the expected results. I've
felt mushrooms to be more "sacred," and have reserved them for occasions
when a more significant, mystical experience is desired.
COMBINATIONS:
HARMALA ALKALOIDS - Harmala combines beautifully with
mushrooms to produce a very mystical experience. When harmaline was
first discovered it was named telepathine because of its reputation for
producing telepathic experiences. These telepathic experiences are supposed
to be especially likely to occur when Harmala is combined with psilocybin.
I personally haven't experienced telepathy, although I've found the