LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) shares many of the same properties as psilocybin. It binds to the same receptors and induces the same “flavor” of psychedelic experience — with some key differences.
Like mescaline, LSD brings a clearer headspace. It’s easier to remain on-task and focused than it is with mushrooms, which makes it a great candidate for use in problem-solving sessions.
Steve Jobs associated a lot of his best ideas to his experience with LSD, and microdosing LSD is popular in startup culture for this very reason.
LSD is the most well-known lysergamide, but there are several others that are significant as well. None have been as well-studied as LSD for problem solving and creativity, but anecdotal reports suggest they share similar benefits.
LSD alternatives include LSZ, ETH-LAD, PRO-LAD, AL-LAD, ALD-52, and 1P-LSD.
