How Long Do Shrooms Last?

Whether it’s your best friend, mom, or favourite Netflix show, it’s undeniable that people are incorporating magic mushrooms into their lives, for everything from a touch of color to relief from manic states. But if you’re new to shrooms, questions like, “How long will I be high?” or “Will I be able to go to work tomorrow?” can make planning a bit stressful. Understanding how long shrooms last is essential to preparing for the journey.

What to Expect

Experimenting with mushrooms, alone or with a friend, can lead to a mildly stimulating, hilarious, or deeply cathartic experience. However, careful planning and awareness of your body’s needs can be the difference between a comfortable journey and a challenging one.

Imagine: you’ve just picked up your mushrooms from your local dispensary or received your online order. Now what? Here’s a breakdown of what to expect, from the moment you ingest the shrooms to when you return to your usual self.

After ingesting mushrooms, the main effects typically last 3-6 hours but may linger in your system for up to 24 hours. Because everyone’s body chemistry varies, the intensity of your experience will depend on factors like dose, age, body makeup, and overall health.

For some context, studies show that psilocybin and psilocin, the active compounds in mushrooms, appear in the blood 20-40 minutes after ingestion. The peak effects, however, usually kick in around 1.5 hours after dosing. This peak can be exhilarating and intense, so it’s worth timing your experience when you have space and time to fully explore it.

For those concerned about drug tests, some can detect psilocin for 1-3 days after ingestion, though it’s unlikely to show up beyond that. To fully process and “integrate” your experience, consider giving yourself a 24-hour buffer before returning to a routine. The term “integration” here refers to the period after a psychedelic experience when you reflect, absorb insights, and gradually re-engage with daily life.

Gauging Your Dose

If you’re new to psilocybin, gauging your dose carefully is crucial. Underdosing is generally a safer route than diving in too deep. Shrooms are known to produce an arc-shaped experience—rising to a peak and then tapering off gradually. To prevent an unexpectedly intense experience, consider starting with a microdose in a safe environment. Finding your “psilocybin sweet spot” may require a few microdosing sessions, so be patient and adjust gradually as you get to know your body’s response.

Speeding Up the Onset

Over time, some enthusiasts have discovered ways to quicken the onset of effects. Popular techniques include “lemon tekking” and making “shroom tea.” Both methods can help psilocybin absorb more quickly, leading to faster and potentially smoother experiences, while often reducing nausea. In “lemon tekking,” mushrooms are soaked in lemon juice before consumption to help break down psilocybin for faster digestion. Shroom tea, on the other hand, can offer a gentler onset by simmering mushrooms into a liquid that is easier to digest.

Tracking Your Dose

To make the most of each experience, tracking your dosage and reactions is highly recommended. Consider adopting a “start low, go slow” approach, waiting 30-60 minutes before adding more if you feel little to no effects. Documenting your experiences in a Trip Journal or using apps like the Houston Inner Space microdosing tracker can help you observe your body’s responses over time. Not only does tracking enhance safety, but it also provides a valuable record to refine your approach for future doses.

A Final Thought

Remember that even though psychedelics have entered the mainstream and been discussed by celebrities like Post Malone, Seth Rogen, or Harry Styles, this doesn’t mean they’re for everyone. The decision to explore mushrooms should be personal, researched, and approached with caution.

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