How Psychedelics Got Their Bad Reputation, and Why It's Time for a New Conversation

Let’s be real, psychedelics have a complicated reputation. For some, the word still conjures images of tie-dye and “bad trips.” For others, it's synonymous with personal healing, insight, and transformation. So let’s pause and ask: Where did the stigma come from? What does the science actually say now? And how do we create more informed, grounded conversations, especially as access continues to grow?