Homo Sapiens? What Were We Thinking? Why Mushroom Stones Matter

When our species was named Homo sapiens—“wise humans”—it may have been a little premature. Ancient humans weren’t just foragers; they were experimenters, healers, and seekers. From Neanderthals selecting plants with medicinal value to the carved mushroom stones of Mesoamerica, the story of humanity has always been one of adaptation. Her Magic Mushroom Memoir invites us to ask: were we ever truly “wise,” or simply endlessly creative in our search for meaning and healing?