My experience with mushrooms began in 2018 with a macrodose that felt like it altered my state of being.

I fell in love with the way my mind worked. My thoughts were more in-depth, my observations more amusing, my world views more elaborate. In that newly discovered world, I processed new ideas, as well as pain. And nearly every time I’d laugh until I cried. Truly an amazing feeling. And I mean it when I say – my life has never been the same since.

This was during a time when I was also going through a lot in my personal life. I was suffering through a loved one’s opiate addiction, causing me to isolate during this process. I felt a lot of hopelessness and depression in the experience, all while trying to run a business on my own. It was too much.

With the power of mushrooms, I felt empowered, enlightened, and I loved the new feeling of self discovery. New energy. 

It wasn’t until later on that I discovered microdosing. I didn’t always have hours on end to set aside time to dive deep, but found this to be a great way to tap in from time to time when I felt like I needed it.

It took me a while to find a business name that I liked. I thought about the different iterations of myself I’ve gone through, and the things that are important to me.

SUNSHINE.
Soleil, the French word for sunshine was the nickname I went by when studying French for years as a kid. Not super intuitive to spell unless you speak the language. But I resonated with the cheery vibe and I could go on about the power of the sun so you get the idea.

MONDAY.
After years spent as a self-proclaimed workaholic, through mushrooms, I gained perspective on the importance of enjoying this short time we have here on Earth. I finally struck a balance, and instead of grinding 24-7 until I couldn’t work anymore, I allowed weekends to enjoy time with friends and to myself. Oh and I LOVE being myself.

Instead of being fatigued from working all the time, I came to enjoy the process of relaxing and unwinding fully each weekend, reveling in the energy of Mondays. A new chance to push toward these big goals that I have. My new favorite day!

And that’s what I hope to bring to this space. A newfound love of life, love, fun and hope. It’s Sunshine Monday! 

To Your Health & Happiness,
JoJo ☀️🍄