I attended those meetings online. Jennifer did a nice job with the info and Yoga Nidra culminations at the end of each.
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thank you for sharing.
@Athernium might also enjoy this 
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Kanna is a South African herbal medicine which may be an effective alternative to SSRIâs for depression and anxiety. It was used by South African tribes for centuries.
No itâs not a âlegal MDMAâ but can perhaps be useful as a kind of natural SSRI for folks with depression or anxiety. Some people also feel it helps with socializing, as an alternative to alcohol.
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Thank you for this my Friend!
Never heard of Kanna before, but the fact that its been time tested makes me want to wet my beak.
Have you tried it before?
What were the positive and negative side effects?
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I ordered some back in the 90âs as a kind of âlegal highâ and only experienced a minor buzz. However I am now hearing that itâs a great medicine for folks with anxiety, so if you know anyone with anxiety, itâs worth a try, before going to prescription pharmaceuticals that may have side effects or even be addictive (like benzos). I wouldnât compare it to MDMA, however, as in the above video. I think the effects are nothing close to MDMA.
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Was it the plant you ordered, or a premade product from the plant?
Agreed sounds like there may be something to this medicine.
I think you are right about this. My guess if it had the effects of MDMA it would have been made illegal many years ago.
Sounds like Kanna might be similar to Ashwagandha
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Ashwaghanda is more of an adaptagen like Ginseng. I have some depressed and anxious patients who do find it helpful, however. From what I hear, Kanna is more specifically for anxiety. I am just now learning about it from someone that I know (in terms of itâs use for anxiety - like I said, I had heard about it years ago). I will see if some of my more anxious patients want to try it and if they find it helpful.
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Blue Lotus and lucid dreaming.
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From a Friend:
"For Ashwagandha:
I recommend taking a 600 mg supplement in the evening while winding down, as it helps with sleep and has significantly reduced my nighttime anxiety. I used to struggle with falling asleep because my mind was hyperactive. It also helps alleviate depression and regulate thyroid function. If you have thyroid issues, please consult a healthcare provider before taking it. Ashwagandha also helps alleviate stress-related symptoms. If you opt for the powder, taking it with warm milk is best (1/2 a teaspoon when you first start, but you can increase to 1 teaspoon per day once you get acclimated). For the supplement form, any drink is fineâbut be sure to take it with food rather than on an empty stomach."
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"For Tulsi:
You can drink Tulsi tea throughout the day at any time. Itâs a great replacement for caffeine and helps with headaches, migraines, hypertension, and fatigue. It also balances out the sedative effects of Ashwagandha. If you have a tea infuser, using the fresh leaves is wonderful."
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"For Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri):
Take one 500 mg supplement per day. Make sure the brand you choose contains bacosides, as these are the reason for the herbâs effectiveness. Brahmi is a natural nootropic that boosts mental clarity and soothes anxiety. It pairs well with the previously mentioned herbs and helps repair stress-related nerve damage."
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"For Shatavari:
Mix ½ teaspoon of powder in warm milk in the morning and another ½ teaspoon in the evening. I recommend using the other herbs for a few weeks before adding Shatavari to your regimen. It helps regulate hormones and alleviate anxiety and is an adaptogen.
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"WARNING:
Shankhapushpi is extremely potent.
For Shankhapushpi:
I recommend using it only after you have become accustomed to the other herbs for a few months, as it is a very strong nootropic that enhances memory differently than Brahmi and also helps with anxiety. Take 2 capsules (each 650 mg) per day with foodâone in the morning and one in the evening. When I first started using it, I experienced some dizziness and tension as my body adjusted. I advise staying away from this herb until youâre comfortable with the others unless you deem it absolutely necessary, as it can lower blood pressure. It also enhances blood flow to the brain."
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"For Neem:
Chew the Neem leaves in the morning just before eating. They are very sour and may take some getting used to, but neem is excellent for skin health and detoxification. I chew these daily.
Precautions:
For all herbs except Tulsi, ensure you take them with food. I personally started with Ashwagandha at night, Brahmi (Bacopa) in the morning, and Tulsi tea throughout the day (completely replacing caffeine). Do not drink alcohol or take other substances that affect cognition while using these herbs."
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Re: Kanna (Scleletium Tortuosum) - I recently ordered some in 50 mg capsules and tried a capsule and then two capsules - putting the contents under the tongue sublingualy. It definitely brightened my mood and put a smile on my face. I then entered a pleasant and calm meditation state. Nothing that profound but pleasant. I may try this again with some higher doses. Itâs supposed to be good medicine for anxiety if you know anyone who is dealing with that. Gummies and tinctures also available under the brand name âKa!â.
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Thank you for letting me know about this, looking forward to testing this one out.
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Have you tried L-THEANINIE?
I have had positive experiences with it, very similar to what you wrote above about Kanna.
It is also helpful for vivid and influencing dreams.
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