Can Magic Mushrooms Bring Back the Spark?
As the world starts to finally recognize menopause and its symptoms as more than just a phase to be endured, a whole bunch of new questions are popping up—especially about libido. You know, that thing that might start feeling like a distant memory as we hit mid-life. And in the middle of all these discussions, something else has entered the spotlight: psilocybin. Yep, the magic mushroom. But can this ancient little fungus help menopausal women rekindle their desire? The short answer is yes. Whether you’re microdosing or going all-in with a macro dose, psilocybin might just help bring back that lost passion.
Let’s take a little trip (pun intended) and dive into how this mushroom works, and what microdosing is all about. Here’s my story:
I hit early menopause, and it felt like the medical community just threw up its hands and said, “Good luck!” They gave me gems of advice like “It’s normal, you’ll adapt,” and “Just wear loose clothes for hot flashes and maybe get a hand fan.” A hand fan?! I couldn’t believe it. I needed real help with the menopause symptoms—hot flashes, mood swings, terrible sleep, and a libido that had vanished without a trace.
At the same time, I was knee-deep in studying psilocybin in Portland, Oregon. The more I learned about these magical mushrooms, the more I was intrigued. So much so that I enrolled in mushroom school (yes, it’s a thing) and became a licensed psilocybin facilitator. Over the next year, I read everything I could find about menopause and how these little earthbound wonders might help. I wasn’t clinically depressed, but my mood was all over the place—think sourpuss who could flip out at the drop of a pin. My family was walking on eggshells, and the anxiety I felt was off the charts.
Let’s take a little trip (pun intended) and dive into how this mushroom works, and what microdosing is all about. Here’s my story:
I hit early menopause, and it felt like the medical community just threw up its hands and said, “Good luck!” They gave me gems of advice like “It’s normal, you’ll adapt,” and “Just wear loose clothes for hot flashes and maybe get a hand fan.” A hand fan?! I couldn’t believe it. I needed real help with the menopause symptoms—hot flashes, mood swings, terrible sleep, and a libido that had vanished without a trace.
At the same time, I was knee-deep in studying psilocybin in Portland, Oregon. The more I learned about these magical mushrooms, the more I was intrigued. So much so that I enrolled in mushroom school (yes, it’s a thing) and became a licensed psilocybin facilitator. Over the next year, I read everything I could find about menopause and how these little earthbound wonders might help. I wasn’t clinically depressed, but my mood was all over the place—think sourpuss who could flip out at the drop of a pin. My family was walking on eggshells, and the anxiety I felt was off the charts.
That’s when I dug into some research. I found an article by Tommaso Barba and others, published in Scientific Reports (February 2024), which explored psychedelics and sexual function. They found that psychedelics might improve various aspects of sexual function, from pleasure and satisfaction to communicating sexual desires and improving body image. Whoa. And then, they discovered that mushrooms could actually boost libido in the long run. Double whoa.
I didn’t stop there. I found an interview with Jennifer Chesak, the author of The Psilocybin Handbook for Women, in Pharmacy Times. She explained how psilocybin interacts with women’s hormones, specifically through the HPG axis (hypothalamic, pituitary, gonadal), which is crucial for hormonal balance. While there’s still not much research specifically on psilocybin and menopause (shocker, right?), what’s out there is promising.
Armed with this knowledge, I decided to experiment on myself. I started a microdosing regimen—four days on, three days off—with a low dose of 63 mg of raw mushroom. I also included lion’s mane in my mix (345 mg, to be exact). I committed to this for six weeks, and guess what? It worked!
In just three weeks, I noticed my sexual desire returning. Before this, the idea of intimacy was so unappealing that I avoided any situation that might lead to it. It was embarrassing and frustrating because it felt completely out of my control. But then, microdosing started to change things. Desire is complex, involving emotional, social, and physical aspects. For this experiment, I focused on the physical—wanting to be intimate with my partner. And wow, microdosing made a significant difference.
Now, could microdosing work for you? Maybe! As a psilocybin guide, I know that mushrooms affect everyone differently. Is it safe? Heck yes! Psilocybin has no drug-drug interactions, and it clears your system quickly, though the positive effects linger. Of course, there might be some side effects like nausea, headache, or fatigue, so go with your gut. If you’ve been considering microdosing and want to boost your sex life or just feel more at peace, it might be worth a try.
In conclusion, these ancient plant medicines definitely have a place in modern healing. If you feel drawn to psilocybin, my advice is to find a reliable source and start with a low dose. And if you want a more personalized approach, consider scheduling a microdose coaching call with me—I offer sessions by the half hour or full hour. Let’s chat! I got you, boo. So do the mushies!
