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Cham9085
I brake for psilocybes.


Registered: 02/03/17
Posts: 3,825
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What a wonderful journey... 7
#24558604 - 08/16/17 04:29 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Hi my name is Corey. I'm 27 & from North Georgia and this is my story of self evaluation and my learning experience from the elusive and wonderful Psilocybe Caerulescens (Weilii).....
So about a year ago I heard there was a psychedelic mushroom that grew in the hills around where I live. So I decided I would find them.
My entire life, I've dabbled with different drugs. And actually became severely addicted to some. This has been a recurring problem with me. I'm a junkie at heart. No denial. I know what I am.
I've read different articles and watched documentaries about how psilocybin has helped depression and addiction. It's amazing to see people's stories. And no, it wasn't my intention to eat shrooms and become sober. I just wanted to get fucked up like I always do.
So I started on the hunting forum in February. Reading and learning like wildfire. Posting pictures of every single mushroom and fungus I found:
Possible weilii?

Is this weilii?

I think I found weilii

Pretty sure these are them. They have a nipple and everything

Ok I swear this is weilii

My experience and yearning for knowledge was welcomed in full force on the forum. I learned an incredible amount. And started looking for edibles and other cool mushrooms. I love taking pictures of them. I was becoming entranced by mycology. I love everything about it. So much to see and discover. I was learning I don't have to be high to enjoy myself. Finding chantrelles, lyophyllum descastes, death caps, and so much more. It is a clean fun hobby.
And then one day...

I found them. And the patch I found was unlike anything anyone had ever seen. And I kept finding them

With each haul, I had the opportunity to go deeper in my mind. Larger doses. Different types of ingestion and extraction. And with each trip I became more aware of the happiness in the world that didn't come from drugs. I started to feel less clouded. Hours upon hours I would lay thinking about all the things that I lost while using. Thousands of dollars thrown away for a few highs. The stress, fear, and anger I've caused my family. With each trip, I wanted less and less to be high. Until eventually, I had no urge to use. Even while sober, I don't want to be high. I wanted to be ME.
This testimony is a first hand case of the amazing things magic mushrooms can do. Hell, I had so many mushrooms, they helped me pay my bills.
Low and behold, with my most recent trip, I realized the mushrooms had done their job. I thought to myself on the come down that, along with all the other drugs, I don't need the mushrooms anymore either. They taught more about myself than I learned in the 27 years I've been in existence.
With this epiphany, I've decided that I will take a long needed sobriety vacation. I will no longer pick, hunt, or even photograph mushrooms.
But this is not a farewell. I'll be around, lurking. Dropping in from time to time to try some IDs.
I want to say thanks to everyone in the Ga Actives page for all the help. And to all the trusted identifiers that helped me learn how to ride this magical bicycle. And especially Doctorghosty. Love you man.
Good luck to all here and there, I bid you ado.
Much love, Corey
Edited by Cham9085 (08/21/17 04:29 PM)
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zZZz
jesus


Registered: 12/28/07
Posts: 33,479
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Cham9085] 3
#24558630 - 08/16/17 04:46 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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best trip report ive read thus far
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Tmethyl
Smear in the shale


Registered: 07/16/12
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Cham9085] 1
#24558641 - 08/16/17 04:51 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Such an awesome thread with such as awesome message.

"Once you get the message, hang up the phone"
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beaz2
Friend



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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Tmethyl] 1
#24558691 - 08/16/17 05:10 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Bravo Sir
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karode13
Tāne Mahuta



Registered: 05/19/05
Posts: 15,290
Loc: LV-426
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Re: What a wonderful journey... (moved) [Re: Cham9085]
#24558721 - 08/16/17 05:21 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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This thread was moved from The Psychedelic Experience.
Reason: Moved to the Mushroom Hunting and Identification forum at user request
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doctorghosty
is the name of me



Registered: 09/02/10
Posts: 11,420
Loc: North GA, God's fav
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Re: What a wonderful journey... (moved) [Re: karode13]
#24558757 - 08/16/17 05:38 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Cham, you're the man. Love you too brother.
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NothingsChanged
Striving for Excellence



Registered: 05/28/11
Posts: 10,207
Loc: North/Western WA
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Re: What a wonderful journey... (moved) [Re: doctorghosty]
#24558835 - 08/16/17 06:31 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Corey:
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Steevo
Just a cog in the death wheel



Registered: 03/02/17
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Re: What a wonderful journey... (moved) [Re: doctorghosty]
#24558869 - 08/16/17 06:47 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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This is amazing congrats man
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breeg89
i'll tell ya hwhat

Registered: 05/04/11
Posts: 3,120
Loc: mass
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Re: What a wonderful journey... (moved) [Re: Steevo]
#24558913 - 08/16/17 07:04 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Great story cham. Take it easy man.
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Cosmic VOC
Dead



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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Tmethyl] 1
#24558948 - 08/16/17 07:20 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Posts like this are the ones that keep me around this beautiful community. Fantastic read and beat wishes to you Corey. I remember finding my first cyan patch like it was yesterday. Still one of the most exhilirating experiences of my life. Nothing more special than your first active find.

My first find ever..
-------------------- "If you ain't high by 2 in the afternoon... Go fuck yourself"
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xx76


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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Cosmic VOC]
#24559055 - 08/16/17 08:06 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Cham, Awesome story. I'll miss your contributions in the Ga Actives tread.
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Kcoffey
Stranger

Registered: 05/06/17
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Cham9085]
#24559183 - 08/16/17 09:11 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Amazing post!!!!!
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rhizoRider
Mycorrhizally expanding



Registered: 12/24/13
Posts: 2,214
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Kcoffey]
#24559287 - 08/16/17 10:04 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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May I ask what you took too get to this conclusion? Extracted weilii juices? Epic dose? Lol Ya def kept boomery busy hope ya keep vibes where you want  :hugs:
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relic
of a bygone era


Registered: 10/14/14
Posts: 5,623
Loc: the right coast
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: rhizoRider]
#24559676 - 08/17/17 06:05 AM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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glad you found what you were looking for.
peace, brother.
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foragedfungus



Registered: 09/30/13
Posts: 1,851
Loc: out there
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: relic]
#24559776 - 08/17/17 07:36 AM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Love everything about this post, except this one line - "I will no longer pick, hunt, or even photograph mushrooms."
I am truly happy that you have found what you were searching for.
You find and photograph some really cool fungi. I appreciate your contributions to this forum, sharing the knowledge you've gained these past months, and your personality/sense of humor.
So even if you don't pick/consume any more psilocybes, please stick around and keep hunting, taking pics and sharing. You're a valued member of this community.
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Thayendanegea
quiet walker



Registered: 02/20/12
Posts: 7,596
Loc: 7 Lodges Nation
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Cool story friend,these truly are gifts from God...glad to hear anyone that has found their peace.
-------------------- Look Deep Into Nature,and Then You Will Understand Everything Better. Albert Einstein
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Hexical
♾


Registered: 02/08/17
Posts: 229
Loc: Amidst the cosmos...
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Cham9085]
#24559868 - 08/17/17 08:23 AM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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Ah we will miss your epic finds homie. Until next time..
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balance777
BaLaNcE


Registered: 05/09/15
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: Hexical] 2
#24560365 - 08/17/17 12:32 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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This is great stuff man! I am really happy to read this. I had a very similar experience and Magic mushrooms played a pivotal role along my journey battling addiction. I remember thinking there is no way to be truly happy with out drinking or taking something. Really I had been using these things to escape uncomfortable feelings. I am not sure I would have been able to see all this (atleast not without years of therapy) without the assistance of "Magic " Mushrooms.
I had to realize "addiction" for me atleast was more of a mental illness then anything else. A cycle... Would start with a thought, then to a feeling, anxiety triggered, creating the urge to well escape. I learned I had to be mindful... meaning aware of what is going on in my mind..., It was all an attempt to have a sense of control when really all I needed was to accept the uncertainty and chaos that is Life. Let go in a sense. Anyway.. Im happy to say I have been "sober" for almost 2 years and I am happier then I have ever been. I wish you nothing but the best!
Edited by balance777 (08/17/17 12:38 PM)
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zZZz
jesus


Registered: 12/28/07
Posts: 33,479
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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: balance777]
#24560371 - 08/17/17 12:34 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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confuzzed
Stranger



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Re: What a wonderful journey... [Re: zZZz] 1
#24560388 - 08/17/17 12:42 PM (6 years, 6 months ago) |
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 Good luck to u sir!
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