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to try microdosing again

22 replies

goldjar · 31/07/2019 23:58

I'm 43 and have a sorry CV of slightly above entry level jobs . Up until now, I've been able to get a new job relatively easily but then spectacularly underdeliver. I make little mistakes, clients always hate me, I'm not any good at persuading. I've never been promoted and realise I don't have the necessary skills for this to ever happen. I work in admin/online/marketing type roles.

I'm fairly sure I have ADHD. I've been referred by GP but who knows if it will go anywhere as I'm sure I'm (quite rightly) low down the list.

Some time ago, I researched treatment for ADHD and saw that microdosing LSD had positive impact for some. Through a friend of a friend who I'm no longer in contact with, I obtained some. The difference at work was quite incredible. I was focused, unfased, "on it". Complete game changer. I felt more on top of things at home too and much less shouty.

However, although I had no side-effects, and was taking miniscule amounts, I couldn't shake the feeling that I was doing something terrible and irresponsible, so when it ran out, I didn't get anymore.

I've just fucked up again at work and really considering going back to micro-dosing but I've got no idea how to even get hold of it. Am AIBU to be thinking about this?

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Boilingfrog · 01/08/2019 00:00

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MissBehaves · 01/08/2019 00:02

YANBU

Treaclesweet · 01/08/2019 00:05

The "dark web" can help you

Treaclesweet · 01/08/2019 00:08

Noone (white unfortunately) will get in trouble for tiny amounts purchased for personal use. The internet is your friend here, it is easy to obtain the necessaries and to then dilute down to microcode quantities.

WindowsSmindows · 01/08/2019 00:14

But why not just go to a doctor and get them to legally prescribe you stimulant medication?

GibbonLover · 01/08/2019 00:16

YANBU. Let's bear in mind that amphetamines are frequently prescribed for ADHD so the only pearl-clutching here should be at its legal status. I sometimes vape weed when my joints are murdering me (RA) and I do think that it's a real shame that substances that could make a real difference to people's lives are frowned upon because 'It's DRUUUGS!'.

Personally, this statement concerns me more:

I'm (quite rightly) low down the list

Quite rightly? Oh no. You have just as much right to a specialist as anyone else. Your needs are on an equal par with anyone elses on the list. Do you feel able to try and push it forward? Make a noise?

GibbonLover · 01/08/2019 00:17

Windows I suspect that these drugs can only be prescribed by a psychiatrist. OP is on the waiting list.

gingerginger2 · 01/08/2019 00:19

Try a magic flight box (google it) . Vaporises cannabis so you only get the THC, which works for me in a similar way. Need very very little cannabis, lasts for ages, easier to get hold of, isn’t a class A drug. It’s been a game changer for me

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Herbalteahippie · 01/08/2019 03:35

YANBU. Obtaining LSD isn’t as easy as it used to be but I do it once a year or every 2 years to refresh my perspective.
It’s good stuff and very therapeutic IN THE RIGHT COMPANY AND SETTING!

Good luck OP xxxx

CondeNasty · 01/08/2019 05:22

In some other countries like the Netherlands and Germany 1pd-LSD is legal and can be bought in pre measured microdoses. It is a pro drug and metabolised to LSD after consumption. I tried a Micro 1p tablet when I was out there, a whole one was slightly too strong for me but half gave me just the right amount of zip and helped me focus.

I strongly believe that psychedelics have huge potential and our drugs policy is all wrong. Drugs like 1pd were legal here until the psychoactive substances act which is a thoroughly crap piece of legislation.

I hope you are able to get the help you need.

Pikapikachooo · 01/08/2019 06:07

Reddit then dark web OP Flowers
Do some more research on reddit and online

RezCowgirl · 01/08/2019 08:28

Find someone who knows what they're looking for and go mushroom picking this autumn. Same affect as lsd and more accurate to dose.

TwistyTop · 01/08/2019 08:38

Buy it online

AsTheWorldTurns · 01/08/2019 08:41

My one brush with LSD is when I took an acid tab when I was 16, which was not fun.

Micro-dosing sounds excellent, wishing you luck OP. Ridiculous that you can't buy it through the usual channels.

cheezy · 01/08/2019 09:01

I have heard very good things about microdosing.

cheezy · 01/08/2019 09:07

And also yes I wonder if you can microdose with mushrooms which are easy to buy online (or the roots which are known as truffles)

SeeSomethingSaySomething · 01/08/2019 10:24

I think microdosing is a really really important topic and all anecdotal reports I’ve heard are really interesting.

I feel like you’re coming from a place of desperation and that may affect your decision making process.

The dark web, online buying and mushrooms can all lead to scary consequences, you really don’t know what you’re buying and I’d urge caution.

Aside from the legalities and quality control, you don’t need the constant stress of wondering from where the next batch will come.

I think you need to push hard for an urgent referral to the Psychiatrist.

Please ring your GP and tell them how desperate you are feeling and the options you are considering because of that desperation.

Ask them to make an urgent referral to the specialist or see if they can talk to the specialist themselves and get permission to prescribe.

I really feel for you and really hope you get the support you need.

You do deserve healthcare and you are important.

Take care

WrongKindOfFace · 01/08/2019 10:27

Please don’t buy drugs online. Fuck knows what you’d actually end up with.

See your gp again and stress how dire you’re feeling. Maybe write it down if you’ll struggle to get it across in the appointment?

PawPawNoodle · 01/08/2019 11:14

I'm I reading this right, many people are YANBUing this?! Mushrooms and LSD are Class A drugs regardless of how cool and perspective-correcting they are. If you are ever in a car accident or find yourself in a situation where you are checked for intoxication, it is game over for any substances in your system that aren't prescribed (and even that isn't a guarantee).

By all means do it (no judgments from me, I've done Class As and probably still would if my life was different) but don't forget that the police don't care about how much of it you're taking or the reason why.

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goldjar · 02/08/2019 20:39

Thanks everyone. I feel reluctant to go back to GP because I felt like a time waster last time. I know the NHS is on it's knees, and while I'm hardly flourishing, I am generally ok. If people who are suicidal can't get the help they need, I can't expect much just because I haven't got a career and my house is a mess.

But, I've seen what life could be/have been like and want to go back there!

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Pikapikachooo · 03/08/2019 07:42

You are worth it OP

I am not advocating getting random shit off
Any random person . But I You will find more data on reddit about the topic itself and more detailed advice

As for legalities

I am a very rule abiding person . But I also think adults have the choice the choose the medications that help them and the natural drugs (LSD , cannabis) have known benefits in certain medical situation

Dark net have systems akin to amazon where you can read reviews etc

I can’t see ‘the police’ being hugely fussed in this scenario

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