You are right gibran2, fnog9's case is similar in some ways to my own. The major differences though, is that I have already dealt with most of my issues, not having had a panic episode for about 5 or 6 years, and I only have normal levels of anxiety now.

I'm so glad that fnog9 found a cure for those terrible nightmares and not being able to sleep, must have been horrific. It is nice to know that confronting our fears head on, can have a lasting positive affect. There was the possibility that fnog9 could have made his situation worse, but considering how bad the situation already was, there was really nothing for him to lose. Fortunately, he made the right choice, as it worked out for the best.

In my situation, I have already dealt with 95% of the issues that used to nag me, the issues that were the cause of my panic and anxiety. I really appreciate the concern of the people on this forum and I certainly take on board the advice, I would be foolish not to.

I will try a minimal dose of mushrooms, and I may well find that I don't really like it, but I wont know that unless I give it a try. Also, not being burdened by anxiety and panic is one thing, which is fantastic in itself, but not knowing why these things occurred in the first place and why I experienced the things I did, is in my mind, not a satisfactory completion.

There are some things about myself that I need to know, and I was hoping psychedelics may help provide me with these answers.

I'm not opposed to having some fun and interesting experiences neither.

regards,

DavidB