My Preparation Guide for a Joyous Medicine Journey with ADHD: Tips for a Positive Experience

Joyous Medicine: Best Practices for a Peaceful Journey

Starting your Joyous Medicine journey with the right tools and practices can truly transform your experience. I want to be clear upfront — I’m not affiliated with Joyous or their medicine.

I’m sharing this as someone actively using it to address my own challenges, including depression, social anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, sleep apnea, lack of motivation, and even mild OCD behaviors.

Through trial and error, I’ve crafted a regimen that works for me, and I’ve realized that much of the information out there can feel incomplete or overwhelming.

For those exploring other ketamine therapies, services like Mindbloom, Wondermed, Better U, Innerwell, or Nue Life may also offer tailored approaches to support your healing journey.

My hope is that this guide provides clarity, support, and accessibility to others walking a similar path.

In the sections below, I’ll share meditations, insights, and practical tips that have made a meaningful impact on my journey.

Together, we’ll explore ways to maximize your experience in a way that feels calm, intentional, and empowering.

Update Note (January 24, 2025): I’ve recently made some updates to this guide to provide even more clarity and support. These changes include additional resources, updated information on support lines, and refined tips to enhance your healing journey. Whether you’re revisiting this post or discovering it for the first time, I hope these updates make your experience even more insightful and empowering.

Table of Contents

1. Meditations to Enhance Your Joyous Medicine Practice
2. Timing Your Medicine: A Personal Approach
3. Tips for a Flexible and Empowering Experience
4. Box Breathing: A Calming Tool for You or a Friend
5. Trouble Sleeping After Your Joyous Session?
6. Guided Water Rising Induction Meditation
7. Emergency Support Resources
8. Final Thoughts

Meditations to Enhance Your Joyous Medicine Practice

There are two meditations I simply can’t recommend highly enough. While the music might not be a perfect match for everyone, the progression and structure of these meditations are truly remarkable. They’ve become essential components of my Joyous Medicine practice.

To make them even more accessible, I’ve taken the time to transcribe both meditations and highlight important timecodes. I’ll share those details here so you can navigate them easily.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to fine-tune your journey, these meditations provide a framework for structure and inspiration during low-dose Joyous Medicine sessions.

They’re especially useful if you want to explore specific parts of the meditations or remix the experience to better suit your needs.

A Quick Note on Terminology:
The meditations use the term “lozenge,” while Joyous Medicine refers to their product as a “troche.” In the videos I’m sharing below, I’ve updated the captions to reflect “troche,” but the audio still says “lozenge.” Don’t let this small difference deter you — the timing and usage are very similar based on my experience. That said, always follow the guidance of the doctor prescribing your Joyous Medicine.

Timing Your Medicine: A Personal Approach

For the best results with Joyous Medicine, I’ve found that taking it on an empty stomach significantly improves absorption and enhances the overall experience.

Over time, I’ve developed a specific routine that not only optimizes the medicine’s effects but also supports my body throughout the journey.

• Updated Practice: I’ve adjusted my routine when taking my Joyous medicine dose. Now, I take it as I press play on Guided Meditation 1 or Guided Meditation 2 & 3. Although the audio provides timing cues for taking the dose, I’ve discovered that starting earlier works better. This adjustment is due to the medication being a Troche with Joyous, which dissolves more slowly compared to a lozenge.

Important: If the medicine is taken at the very start (00:00), please ensure you don’t take another dose at the audio prompt. This is crucial to avoid any confusion or safety concerns, as someone under the influence of the medicine might mistakenly think they need to take it again. If you’re assisting someone with this medicine, kindly remind them of this to ensure their safety.

• Key Timing Insight: Around 16 minutes and 55 seconds into the guided meditation, I spit out the Joyous Medicine into a cup as part of my practice. This timing aligns well with the meditations I follow and allows me to seamlessly integrate the process.

This timing aligns well with the meditations I follow and allows me to seamlessly integrate the process.

By aligning your routine with your body’s needs and the structure of your meditation, you can create a more intentional and impactful experience.

Always listen to your body and consult your prescribing doctor for guidance tailored to you.

Hydration and Nourishment:

• I mindfully sip fluids to keep my body nourished and hydrated, staying connected to my well-being.
• I enjoy Remedy Organics vegan protein drinks, packed with nourishing ingredients like almond milk, cacao, dates, maca, ashwagandha, and prebiotics — perfect for supporting your body during any session. I’m currently exploring alternatives to Walmart and Amazon for purchasing these, focusing on more local or independent retailers.
• I enjoy sipping on Vitaminwater XXX (Acai-Blueberry-Pomegranate), allowing its blend of minerals and vitamins to replenish and hydrate my body. However, I consciously choose to drink it only before or after completing my experience with the Joyous Medicine, honoring the sacred space of the journey by avoiding any liquids during.

Additional Comforts: To elevate your session, you might consider incorporating:

Burt’s Bees Lip Balm (Burt’s Bees): Prevents dry lips, eliminating a common sensory distraction.

High-quality noise canceling headphones: For an immersive audio experience.

• Bose QuietComfort 45 (Bose) $$$
• Soundcore by Anker, Space One (Anker) $$
• Soundcore by Anker, Life Q30 (Anker) $$

Eye Mask (Blissy): Perfect if your space isn’t dark enough to fully relax.

A weighted blanket, comfy blanket, or pillows to create a cozy environment.

This practice keeps me rooted and ensures my body feels supported, both during the journey and as I integrate afterward.

Guided Journey 1

This meditation is a beautiful introduction to Joyous Medicine, offering gentle guidance and preparation for your journey. With clear cues on when to take the medicine and supportive steps woven throughout the audio, it provides a safe and intentional space to explore. It’s a perfect way to ease into your experience with love, clarity, and support.

00:00:36 - Gathering Essentials
Ensuring you have meaningful items, the medicine, and blindfold nearby.

00:02:18 - Inviting the Medicine's Assistance
Setting an intention for the medicine to awaken layers within you.

00:05:02 - Beginning with the Medicine
Swishing the lozenge and connecting to golden light in your heart space.

00:06:14 - Medicine Activation
The golden light interacts with the medicine, awakening its effects.

00:10:14 - Grounding and Protection
Visualizing golden roots and surrounding yourself with protective blue light.

00:11:03 - Entering the Ocean Visualization
Guided imagery connecting you to your inner self and the medicine's presence.

00:19:42 - Breathwork with the Medicine
Engaging in rhythmic breathwork as the medicine awakens energy within.

01:09:30 - Awareness of the Medicine’s Effects
Reflecting on sensations and emotions as the medicine flows through you.

01:13:53 - Cleansing with Ocean Energy
Releasing emotions and energy through the power of the ocean.

01:20:15 - Anchoring Back to the Body
Grounding yourself and integrating the medicine’s journey into daily life.

01:23:40 - Post-Meditation Care
Guidance on nourishment, avoiding driving, and maintaining integration.

01:24:10 - Returning to the Present Moment
Gradually reconnecting to the body with gentle stretches and movement.

01:26:50 - Closing and Gratitude
Expressing gratitude and love, and inviting kindness as you integrate.

Guided Journey 2 & 3

Guided Journey 2 and 3 build beautifully on the foundation set in Guided Journey 1, offering deeper exploration and intentional guidance. These meditations are designed to help you expand your practice with ease and flow, including supportive cues for medicine timing to create a seamless and nurturing experience.

Coming soon!

Tips for a Flexible and Empowering Experience

If your protocol is similar to mine (under 100mg of Joyous Medicine), remember that you’re not locked into one rigid routine. You have the freedom to shift your practice and adapt to what feels right in the moment. Here are some ways to explore your agency:

• Try Something New: Switch up your playlist or choose a short meditation if the current one isn’t resonating.
• Practice Box Breathing: Use this simple breathing technique to center yourself and maintain focus.
• Experiment with Frameworks: Use the timecodes I’ve shared to craft a journey that’s uniquely yours. Whether you stick closely to the structure or deviate slightly, the goal is to create a practice that feels authentic and supportive.

Box Breathing: A Calming Tool for You or a Friend

Having trouble during your journey or have a friend that needs help with box breathing?

• Inhale for 4 seconds.
• Hold your breath for 4 seconds.
• Exhale for 4 seconds.
• Hold for 4 seconds.
• Repeat as needed.

Alternatively, here is a URL you can easily copy and paste to a friend in need:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/7F6LPeGzk2VElN0vfaqaPw9qAHzNehxBZBQermeJaizy7ul_fR3D_qJRvTyVDiOkhyDNdh919fNWbuJKjvbNCqn5lmSzVDg85A=s1600

Trouble Sleeping After Your Joyous Session?

Having trouble sleeping after your Joyous dose earlier in the day? I found this meditation to be helpful in those use cases and hope it brings you peace, too.

Guided Water Rising Induction Meditation

If you’re seeking a feminine vocal take on a classic Dr. Joe Dispenza meditation, this 22:28-minute guided journey could be just what you need. Inspired by his transformative techniques, it blends calming visuals with a soothing voice to guide you into a deep connection with your inner self.

Important Note: If you don’t have YouTube Premium, please keep in mind that ads may interrupt your experience.

Guided Water Rising Induction & New Waterfall Visual | Dr. Joe Dispenza Inspired

Emergency Support Resources

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or needs immediate support:

• Call 911 if it’s an emergency.
• For support during or after psychedelic experiences, call or text the Fireside Project Psychedelic Support Line at 623–473–7433. This free, confidential service is available daily in real time during the following hours:
• 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Pacific Time
• 1 p.m. to 1 a.m. Central Time
• 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. Eastern Time

These resources are here to help, so don’t hesitate to reach out if needed.

Final Thoughts

Remember, you are the creator of your Joyous Medicine journey, and you hold the power to adjust your practice as it feels right for you. Trust in your ability to explore new approaches, welcome fresh meditations, or simply pause to connect deeply with your breath.

This is your sacred path, a space for growth, healing, and transformation. Take what resonates with your heart, let go of what doesn’t, and always listen to the wisdom of your mind and body in each precious moment.

You are held, supported, and so deeply capable. You’ve got this.