43. Your First Psilocybin Mushroom Trip: Sourcing, Strains, and Dosing

What does it really take to prepare for your first psilocybin mushroom experience? In this episode of The High Guide, host April Pride breaks down everything women need to know to start their psychedelic journey with intention. Joined by seasoned guide Natasha Lannerd and three “sister trippers,” April covers where to find mushrooms, how to choose the right strain, and what to consider when dosing solo. Whether you're curious about the mysterious blue bruises on shrooms or wondering if body weight affects your dose (spoiler: it doesn’t), this episode offers grounded, science-backed advice—plus a few irreverent laughs. Expect cultural context, emotional insight, and real talk on the road to transformation.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Psilocybin dosage isn’t body-weight dependent—a fixed dose works across body types, says the science and the guides.

-Golden Teacher is ideal for beginners with its gentle, introspective effects and shorter trip duration.

-Albino Penis Envy delivers intensity, favored by experienced users or those microdosing with tolerance.

-Blue mushrooms aren’t more potent—that discoloration is degradation, not strength.

-Lemon tekking enhances onset and intensity, offering a faster route to insight with the same dose.

Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/psilocybin-mushroom-dosage

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