The middle path: tools to find inner balance in times of disconnection

Microdosing and the middle way: tools for finding inner balance in times of disconnection

We are at a pivotal moment in this hectic planetary transition. Our disconnection with natural rhythms is reflected in our anxiety and stress levels. Humanity seems to be forgetting the very meaning of “self-regulation”. Our immune deficiencies reveal not only our nutritional deficiencies, but also the annihilation of our parasympathetic circuitry; the part of our nervous system that is responsible for “rest, digestion and recovery.” We are actually intoxicated by the other part of our nervous system in charge of “fight or flight”, which generates an excess of cortisol and adrenaline. This explains why we feel anxious, exhausted and emotionally malnourished. More than ever, it is necessary to stop, turn off the screens and rest.

We need to take a quantum leap and abdicate this fight and flight response. Freeing ourselves from this automatic reaction of the sympathetic circuitry is an invitation to remember that life is something much simpler than all the complexity of the prevailing mental programs and cultural patterns.

Three tools to find inner balance

To help us in this trance of collective amnesia, Pacha Mama, or Mother Nature, offers us innumerable adaptogenic and entheogenic “reminder” medicines. Cleverly presented in very low quantities or micro-doses, these medicines can offer us greater doses of our inner child.

We need to find a balance and complementarity between the “Apollonian” way of life and the “Dionysian” way of life. We must find the right balance between pleasure, work, and our physical, emotional, and mental needs. Therefore, it is vitally important that microdosing is used in combination with a meditation practice, contemplation, journaling, art, creative relaxation, dance, or a form of spiritual practice that allows us to activate proactive areas of our right side of the brain.

Healing from within: adaptogenic foods

As for nutrition, we can include probiotic and fermented foods, which help strengthen our immune system, and promote the production of GABA, a neurotransmitter associated with good mood. An alkalizing diet, rich in raw food enzymes, chlorophyll and whole foods containing niacin (B3) and the amino acid tryptophan, will also help. These promote the production of serotonin, which plays a vital role in counteracting the action of cortisol in the “rajasic” lifestyle we lead.

Other recommendations will be adaptogenic foods such as:

• Mucuna pruriens
• Maca
• Turmeric
• Mushrooms such as lion’s mane, chaga, reishi and cordiceps
  
  Another great ally of serotonin is raw cocoa in the form of a drink/concoction, to which we can add the aforementioned adaptogens. Cacao seed is also considered “nootropic” due to its potential to promote concentration and physical-psychic vitality. There are two special compounds (anandamine and phenyltylamine) in cocoa that provide a great sense of joy and heart-opening. Cocoa is also a fermented food that offers beneficial bacteria for our gut.

Bach flowers can also help us, as well as the consumption of magnesium in the form of chloride or chelate. Excess cortisol and adrenaline are highly acidifying and demineralizing. Some traditional herbs in the form of microdoses (tinctures) are also highly recommended to aid in detoxification, relaxation, deworming, and immunostimulation.

Detox: the first step towards healing and growth

Just as important as eating well is detoxing when necessary. There are many tools and medications that help in this process. Sweating, liver cleansing, and kambo, just to name a few.

Facing and managing our deepest fears and daily worries, as well as releasing traumas and wounds from the past, is the first step in training ourselves in the presence of the now. Psychotherapy, journaling, as well as word circles, are of great help in learning to communicate what we feel and solve problems from a non-judgmental perspective.

Microdosing: Making the Ordinary Meaningful

Microdosing can help us find magic in everyday life. When we microdose psychedelics, we can experience greater mental and emotional openness, allowing us to see the world in a new way. We may begin to appreciate the simple things in life, such as a hot cup of coffee, a walk in the woods, or a conversation with a friend.

Here are some concrete examples of how microdosing can help us find magic in everyday life:

We can begin to see the beauty in the world around us. When we’re stressed or anxious, it’s easy to overlook the beautiful things around us. Microdosing can help us relax and appreciate the beauty of nature, art, and music.

We can connect with others in a deeper way. Microdosing can help us open our hearts and connect with others on a deeper level. We can begin to view others with compassion and understanding.

We can find the inspiration to create. Microdosing can help us unlock our creativity and find new forms of expression. We can start writing, painting, playing music, or doing anything else that inspires us.

Of course, microdosing is not a silver bullet. It is not going to solve all our problems. However, it can be a valuable tool to help us find magic in everyday life and live a fuller, more meaningful life.

Microdosing is a powerful tool that can help us find inner balance and live a fuller, more relevant life. However, it is important to use it responsibly and in combination with other tools, such as nutrition, detoxification, and therapy.