My First Shroom Trip: A 1.5 Gram Journey into the Mind


Table of Contents


  • Introduction
  • The First Dose: Setting the Stage
  • Early Effects: Sensations Begin
  • Deepening Into the Trip: Thoughts and Perceptions
    • Sensory Amplification and Mind-Body Awareness
    • The Slowness of the Body and Speed of the Mind
  • Chess and Reflection: A New Kind of Focus
  • The Intensity of Thoughts: Floating and Questioning
  • Time Warping: Existential Reflections
  • The Come Down: Returning to Normalcy
  • Conclusion



Introduction


This trip report chronicles my very first experience with psilocybin mushrooms. I ingested 1.5 grams of dried mushrooms, and I was eager but unsure of what to expect. Over the course of my experience, I was transported to a new realm of sensory perception, introspective reflection, and intense physical sensations. Here’s a detailed account of what I went through.



The First Dose: Setting the Stage


19:45: I began my trip by taking 1.5 grams of dried mushrooms. They were chewy and tasted quite unpleasant, so I washed them down with some iced tea to help get rid of the taste. At this point, I felt fine, and I was simply waiting for the effects to kick in.



Early Effects: Sensations Begin


20:30: About 45 minutes after ingestion, I began to notice the first signs of the mushrooms taking effect. The most prominent sensation was in my legs, which started to feel heavy and tingly. As I sat back and watched some funny videos, I could feel my body slowly beginning to react to the shrooms, yet the feeling was still mild.



Deepening Into the Trip: Thoughts and Perceptions


Sensory Amplification and Mind-Body Awareness


20:40: The sensations quickly escalated. I felt myself losing balance as if my body and head couldn’t stay in one place. My head seemed to float like a boat on the ocean, and my legs felt extremely heavy. I began crawling on the floor, enjoying the sensation. I decided to lie down, and it was during this moment that I had a profound realization: I became deeply appreciative of my body. Everything about it felt so intentional, so necessary, and it dawned on me how crucial my body was in my daily existence. I also realized that my mind and body were distinct entities, each playing a vital role in my overall experience. It was fascinating to observe how they worked together in harmony.


The Slowness of the Body and Speed of the Mind


20:45: By now, everything around me seemed incredibly clear. I could hear my own breathing, the sound of my fingers running through my hair, and even the sensation of my hair as I touched it. My head felt slightly pressurized, and my eyes were heavy, like I was on the verge of fainting. However, I didn't feel alarmed by these sensations. They simply became part of the experience.


At the same time, I found that I could concentrate on the smallest details with incredible ease. The sound of my handwriting on paper, for example, was delightful. However, my physical coordination seemed out of sync. I struggled to write clearly, and my handwriting became barely legible. I couldn't help but study my hands, marveling at the details of my skin, noticing every pore. This simple observation became so absorbing that I spent several minutes focused on it.



Chess and Reflection: A New Kind of Focus


21:00: My mind felt like it was running at a rapid pace, but my body was moving in slow motion. I gazed out the window and noticed how the lights were sharper and more vivid than I had ever seen before. I decided to play an online chess game, convinced that my mental clarity would give me a competitive edge. I thought I would be able to think quickly and make sharp decisions. However, reality proved to be the opposite. Despite feeling mentally alert, I struggled to calculate the moves properly. It seemed as though my instincts were driving the game more than my intellect. I was able to win, but only through a series of impulsive moves rather than any clear strategy. After the game, I stepped away from the laptop and decided to listen to some music.



The Intensity of Thoughts: Floating and Questioning


21:25: The silence around me was almost deafening, yet I could hear every small sound with remarkable clarity. When I glanced outside again, a slight breeze caught me off guard, and I almost lost my balance. The subtlety of the wind felt overwhelming and almost made me lose my grip on reality for a moment.


21:39: At this point, my thoughts were racing. My mind seemed to jump from one idea to the next, each thought occupying only a few seconds of attention before it moved to something new. I suddenly understood why people on psychedelics often seem to move their arms around or float. It was as if the thoughts and sensations were so intense that I couldn't stay still, physically or mentally.



Time Warping: Existential Reflections


21:48: Time ceased to have any real meaning for me. I began talking to myself mentally, asking existential questions about the nature of life and purpose. I pondered whether life was all about achievements and success. In modern society, achievement often seems to be a central goal, but I questioned whether it was truly important to me personally or if it was more about societal expectations.


Additionally, I thought about the claim that it is impossible to sleep while on shrooms. I became curious about what might happen if someone were to pass out during the experience—another abstract question that emerged in the altered state of mind.


21:50: Looking at the time, I was struck by how much had happened in such a short amount of time. I was very active in my thoughts, yet my body still felt very slow. I realized I had been running to the bathroom frequently, but my mind was far more engaged in the constant flow of thoughts and sensations.



The Come Down: Returning to Normalcy


00:20: By now, the experience had started to fade. My memory of the events between 21:50 and 00:20 became a blur. I noticed that my handwriting had become illegible, and I had stopped keeping track of everything as the trip progressed. I was coming down from the peak of the experience, and I no longer felt the intense effects of the mushrooms. The back of my neck felt as though it was tingling with pleasant little sparks, a sensation that felt soothing.



Conclusion


01:00: After the intensity of the experience had subsided, I began writing my trip report. I was still processing the experience, but I was feeling much more grounded now. As I wrapped up the report, I felt myself dozing off and eventually fell asleep, ending my first psychedelic journey.


Looking back, I found the entire experience to be eye-opening, with a mixture of intense self-reflection, sensory amplification, and new insights about both my inner world and the outer world around me. It was a profound and surreal adventure that I won’t soon forget.