Hystelica is a psychedelic research initiative exploring the intersection between psychedelics and the feminine.

It’s well known that most scientific studies are still conducted primarily on men — partly because men have a simpler 24-hour hormonal cycle, whereas women’s cycles average around 28 days and bring more complexity. But that complexity is precisely what makes women’s physiology so fascinating — and under-researched.

Women’s cycles are often ignored when it comes to dosing or even counselling approaches for mental health. You may think this isn’t relevant to you, but if you’re someone who attends retreats, ceremonies, or festivals, it can be valuable to consider where you are in your menstrual cycle. Planning your weekend activities and consumption around your body’s natural rhythm can deepen self-awareness and support balance.

With limited hormone replacement therapy (HRT) options available worldwide, many women are beginning to explore microdosing psilocybin as a way to support hormonal balance. Psilocybin mimics serotonin, which plays a key role in regulating mood, appetite, and endocrine function.

I recently listened to a fascinating podcast from Hystelica, who are now collaborating with King’s College London to study how psychedelics may influence women’s hormones. If you’re interested in volunteering for their research, your participation could help advance this field — and potentially speed up changes in legislation to make these medicines more accessible.

🎧 Podcast link: Spotify – Hystelica x King’s College London
🌐 Learn more or sign up as a volunteer: hystelica.com

If you’re curious to explore gentle, natural support for your own cycle and hormonal balance, have a look at my Balance & Breath blend — a carefully crafted dual mushroom extract designed to help regulate mood, energy, and flow through the month. You can find it in my online shop