Part 7: Safety, Legality & Ethical Considerations

Microdosing may feel subtle, but it engages powerful substances — which come with legal, ethical, and safety considerations. As psilocybin steps further into the mainstream, we believe it’s essential to walk this path with awareness, respect, and responsibility.

In this post, we explore how to microdose mindfully: from understanding the law, to minimizing harm, to honoring the deeper ethics and lineage of this sacred medicine.

🔒 Know the Law Where You Are

Psilocybin remains illegal in most parts of the world — even in microdoses. However, some regions are shifting:

• Decriminalized: Some U.S. cities (e.g., Oakland, Denver, Seattle)

• Legal with supervision: Oregon and Colorado (regulated therapy only)

• Illegal but tolerated: Parts of South America and Europe

Know your local laws, and never assume legality based on hearsay. Discretion matters.

🛡️ Practice Harm Reduction

Microdosing may feel low-risk, but best practices still apply:

• Always test your substances if possible

• Start low and slow, especially with a new batch

• Never drive or operate machinery until you fully understand your body’s response

• Avoid mixing with alcohol or other mind-altering substances

• Store safely, especially away from children or pets

🧘🏽‍♀️ Ethical Considerations

Psilocybin has been used ceremonially for thousands of years by Indigenous cultures. As modern interest grows, we must ask ourselves:

• Are we approaching this medicine with respect or consumption?

• Are we sourcing in a sustainable and ethical way?

• Are we honoring the lineage and communities who’ve held this wisdom?

This isn’t about guilt — it’s about gratitude, and being in right relationship.

✨ Small Dose, Big Responsibility

Even in micro amounts, these fungi invite transformation. And with that comes responsibility: to yourself, to others, and to the Earth.

Approach with reverence. Stay informed. Keep learning.