"I Think TOO MUCH," Biohacks for OCD, Psalm 23 for Mental Health & More

With April showers upon us, I address your Biohacking and Lifehacking questions in this rare livestream Q&A.

And we chat with our chipper friend Daniel about Psalm 23 and mental health...

Disclaimer

What you find here is NOT medical advice. I’m not a doctor. I’m just an experienced, unlicensed self-experimenter practicing free speech by talking about my own extensive experiences and my interpretations of published science. Please see my guide on How to Biohack Smart and Safe. You should consult a doctor about any biohacking you’re doing and, ideally, also get a second opinion.

Q:

Greetings and good night, for months I have read about biohacking, nootropics, and I have consumed, piracetam, rhodiola among others, but I want to ask you a question, in order to have better control, or not have them, which supplement would give me a bonus to manage the obsessive compulsive thoughts, I would appreciate it very much, do not be afraid to answer, I ask other people questions and they tell me consult with your doctor, apparently they are afraid to answer, thank you.I am a person who thinks a lot.

A:

Recommendations

Mindfulness meditation practice

Ashwagandha - For anxiety

Reishi - The "Spiritual" Adaptogen

Dual N-Back brain training

Q:

my friend has a bad chronic case of dry eyes and nothing seems to help;the skin around her eyes is very dry, she says dry and hard like potato chips;what treatments do you recommend; do you recommend Visomitin for dry eyes;please recommend a natural eye lubricant;I am a chiropractor in Honolulu Hawaii; I write books about corrupt conventional medical doctors, vaccine dangers, chemotherapy, 5G, covid-19you are welcome to ask me any questions about those issues, etc.

A:

Recommendations

Visomitin - For dry eyes

Exomitin - SKQ1 Skin Cream

The Healthy Skin Show with Jennifer Fugo

Q:

Hi, @roselandjonathan ! I noticed online that you’ve had some experience with methylene blue from Health Natura. You’ve likely seen that methylene blue has potential to be helpful against Coronavirus. I’m curious if you ever were able to get a COA from Health Natura in regards to purity. Any chance you were able to?

A:

Recommendations

COA-verified Methylene Blue

Q:

Piracetam affects the kidneys, right???? I’m a long time diabetic with good kidney function but worried it could affect the kidneys.any alternatives for focus and cognitive enhancement?looking at Selank, p-21 for focus

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Recommendations

* Tonifying Herbs for the Kidneys (Schisandra, Eleuthero, Rhodiola)

* Piracetam and the Kidneys - Is it damaging or not? on Longecity

Q:

i wanted to please ask you if you have seen any improvements since using VISOLUTEN® I have retinal degeneration similar to Macular degeneration but not exactly the same.. Was hoping this product may at least slow or stop the progression.. thank you for any info you can give me.. Thank you for your response i really appreciate it. If i could also please ask you where did you get your Visoluten? i found a few different sites in North america selling them

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Recommendations

* Visoluten and Visomitin from RUPharma

Q:

Hi, I was just wondering if you know of any vendors that ship to Australia and use payment method of western union or credit card as I don’t have cryptocurrency? Thank you

A:

Recommendations

* Lucas Aoun’s BrainX stack

* See the vendors in Australia’s biohacker community page in Biohacker Connect...

Q:

Just discovered your website and I am very amused by the tons of information about the biohacker world, especially regarding nootropics.Quick questions:I’ve started taking Piracetam (800mg/2xday) (Nootropil) about 2 weeks ago and I can already say that it improves consistently my overall wellbeing, ranging from anxiety to concentration and cognitive benefits. My two questions are:1) Since I’ve got results from the 800mg twice a day, it would be a better idea to reduce this dosage to just one pill a day?2) I currently use it about 6x per week, with sundays as my day off. This is a smart approach?Thanks in advance!

A:

Read my meta-analysis of Piracetam

Q:

Daniel from the UK discusses using triune brain theory and conscious breathing to manage his mental health. He explains that his brain operates through three structures—the reptilian, mammalian, and neocortex—and he uses deep breathing to shift from a reactive “reptilian” state to a mindful “neocortex” state. This practice helps him control anger and anxiety. Specifically, he notes that these techniques are effective when his OCD tendencies, such as rumination and body-focused repetitive behaviors, begin to fade . He describes his internal experience of OCD as a “split personality” where an ambivalent, worrying side battles a strong, assertive side.

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Deep conscious breathing for anxiety and anger management. I recommend breathwork with Othership.

Triune brain theory - The Triune Brain Theory posits that the human brain is structured into three evolutionary layers: the primitive reptilian brain, the mammalian brain, and the advanced neocortex. In the context of mental health and personal growth, this model acts as a map for moment-to-moment self-awareness, helping individuals recognize when they have slipped into a “reptilian” state of impulsive anger, anxiety, or survivalist selfishness. To facilitate growth, one can use conscious, deep breathing as a physiological “hack” to override the automated responses of the lower brain and re-establish the dominance of the neocortex, which facilitates rational thought, altruism, and emotional regulation. By consistently practicing this shift, individuals can better manage OCD symptoms, rumination, and volatile emotional triggers by intentionally moving toward their “best version” through mindfulness.

For dealing with schizophrenia: respond to voices, “that’s a lie,” or read Psalm 23...

The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.He makes me lie down in green pastures,he leads me beside quiet waters,he refreshes my soul.He guides me along the right pathsfor his name’s sake.Even though I walkthrough the darkest valley,[a]I will fear no evil,for you are with me;your rod and your staff,they comfort me.You prepare a table before mein the presence of my enemies.You anoint my