Mindfulness & Meditation • August 28, 2026
Deepening Contemplative States: Psilocybin and Mindfulness Meditation Synergy
University of Zurich trials demonstrate that psilocybin administered during Zen retreats significantly deepens meditative absorption and long-term prosocial behavior.
University of Zurich Zen Retreat Trial
Researchers administered psilocybin to experienced Zen meditators during a 5-day retreat, recording EEG power spectra and post-retreat psychological measures.
Suppression of Medial Prefrontal Alpha Power
Psilocybin facilitated rapid entry into deep states of non-dual awareness (*Samadhi*), enhancing mindfulness capacity for months after the retreat ended.