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July 31, 2025

🧠 The Day Social Anxiety Took the Day Off

Kanna wasn’t on my radar.
 
Where I live in Tennessee, you can buy kratom at just about any gas station. Kava is becoming more popular too. But kanna? Rarely mentioned and never seen.

That changed for me at Psychedelic Science 2025 in Denver. I was handed a pack of FunGuy’s Kanna Fruit Chews — I took two squares, right at the middle of their intensity scale.

The taste? Genuinely good. The feeling? Subtle… but unmistakable.

Not floaty or manic — just more open. More talkative. Less second-guessing. Social anxiety usually lingers in the back of my head, especially in big crowds like that. But by the time I hit the pillow that night, I realized something:

It didn’t show up once.

The day wasn’t euphoric. It was just better. I was happier. Calmer. Probably more fun to be around. And unlike everything else buzzing around the convention center, this didn’t cloud my mind or leave me drained.

It made me curious, and it’s becoming a more popular topic in psychedelic circles. So I started digging.

🌱 Meet Kanna, the Quiet Connector

Kanna (Sceletium tortuosum) is a succulent native to South Africa, used for over 1,000 years by the Khoisan people to ease tension, elevate connection, and enhance group gatherings.

They chewed it, snuffed it, smoked it — to drop in, not drop out.

Modern science shows kanna interacts with the serotonin system — your brain’s mood and social regulation hub. The result is greater ease, clarity, and emotional openness.

It’s considered an empathogen — part of the same family as MDMA — but it works in a grounded, sustainable way that promotes connection without distortion.

✨ What Kanna Feels Like… and Why That Matters

Kanna has become a frequent topic in psychedelic circles — not as a replacement for deeper journeys, but as a functional plant ally that supports presence, connection, and emotional openness.

It’s fast-acting, legal, and enhances real-world moments in powerful ways.

Here’s what it’s known for:

  • 💬 Supports smoother conversations and relaxed energy in social settings

  • 💗 Promotes warmth, openness, and deeper connection

  • 🧠 Enhances mental clarity and flow states

  • ⏳ Encourages stamina without relying on caffeine or stimulants

  • 🧘 Creates an internal calm that pairs well with mindful practices

Kanna shows up in the body like a subtle signal — one that invites you to breathe deeper, listen longer, and speak from a more heart-centered space.

🔥 Hot Tip: FunGuy’s Got the Formula Right

I took two chews from FunGuy’s mid-strength line and immediately understood the hype.

They’re tasty, convenient, and travel-ready — perfect for busy days, conferences, and social settings. But that’s just the start.

FunGuy also makes kanna-infused chocolate and tinctures. Same plant power, different formats, same clean experience.

🟣 Clear, calming energy
🟣 No fog, no crash
🟣 Thoughtfully sourced and formulated

If you’re kanna-curious, this is the lineup to explore. They were kind enough to setup a page for our readers.

💬 A Conversation That’s Just Getting Started

The psychedelic-curious community tends to value presence, connection, and creativity — and kanna aligns with all of that.

With deep cultural roots, growing scientific interest, and practical everyday benefits, it’s a natural fit for people exploring new ways to feel more balanced and connected.

As kanna becomes a more common topic in psychedelic spaces, it’s worth paying attention to.

If you’re curious, try it for yourself. Our team has had great experiences with FunGuy, a company we trust and appreciate — especially for their support in donating product to our giveaway at Psychedelic Science.

See how it feels in your body, your conversations, your day.

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