The use of psychedelic substances, hallucinogens, empathogens, entheogens by millions of people is a reality.
Those users and the people around them deserve adequate information about what these substances do, what is the best way to use them, and what are realistic dangers.
This book provides basic information about what tripping is and describes the effects of the most common psycho-active substances, LSD, magic mushrooms, XTC, and ayahuasca, how they are used and what 'set and setting' is appropriate.
The focus is on deliberate use, preferable in what is called ritual context, in order to benefit from the sacred qualities.
Beyond the recreational use, these sacral drugs provide a view of the deeper layers of our psyche and a peek into the otherworld of alternate realities. They can be used for self exploration, therapeutic sessions and mystical experiences.
Exploring the psychedelic states of consciousness can be a life-changing experience, but it helps to be informed what the aspiring psychonaut might encounter, also those around like parents, helpers, the medical profession.