Why Use a Template?
Tracking templates provide:
- Structure: Pre-formatted fields so you don't forget what to track
- Consistency: Same format every time = easier pattern recognition
- Convenience: Just print and fill in (or use digital version)
- Data Analysis: Organized data makes it easy to review trends
Template 1: Fadiman Protocol
Schedule: Day 1: Dose | Day 2: Off | Day 3: Off | Repeat
Weekly Tracking Sheet (Printable)
FADIMAN PROTOCOL - WEEK ___
| Day | Date | Dose? | Amount (g/mg) | Time | Mood (1-10) | Energy (1-10) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | ___/___ | ☐ Yes ☐ No | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Tue | ___/___ | ☐ Yes ☐ No | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Wed | ___/___ | ☐ Yes ☐ No | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Thu | ___/___ | ☐ Yes ☐ No | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Fri | ___/___ | ☐ Yes ☐ No | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Sat | ___/___ | ☐ Yes ☐ No | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Sun | ___/___ | ☐ Yes ☐ No | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
Weekly Review:
Most noticeable effects: _________________________________________________
Side effects: _________________________________________________
Adjustment needed?: _________________________________________________
Template 2: Stamets Stack Protocol
Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off
Stack: Psilocybin + Lion's Mane + Niacin
Weekly Tracking Sheet (Printable)
STAMETS STACK - WEEK ___
| Day | Date | ON/OFF | Psilocybin (g) | Lion's Mane (mg) | Niacin (mg) | Time | Focus (1-10) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | ___/___ | ☑ ON | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Day 2 | ___/___ | ☑ ON | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Day 3 | ___/___ | ☑ ON | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Day 4 | ___/___ | ☑ ON | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _______ | _________________ |
| Day 5 | ___/___ | ☐ OFF | --- | --- | --- | --- | _______ | _________________ |
| Day 6 | ___/___ | ☐ OFF | --- | --- | --- | --- | _______ | _________________ |
| Day 7 | ___/___ | ☐ OFF | --- | --- | --- | --- | _______ | _________________ |
Niacin flush severity (1-5): Week avg: _______
Cognitive improvements noted: _________________________________________________
Template 3: Every Other Day Protocol
Schedule: Day 1: Dose | Day 2: Off | Repeat
Monthly Calendar (Printable)
EVERY OTHER DAY - MONTH: __________
Instructions: Mark dose days with ✓ and dosage. Track mood and effects in notes below each week.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ___ | ___ | ___ | ___ | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Week 1 Notes: ___________________________________________ | ||||||
| 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Week 2 Notes: ___________________________________________ | ||||||
| 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 |
| Week 3 Notes: ___________________________________________ | ||||||
| 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 |
| Week 4 Notes: ___________________________________________ | ||||||
| 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
Monthly Summary: _______________________________________________
Template 4: Weekday Protocol
Schedule: Monday-Friday: Dose | Saturday-Sunday: Off
Weekly Tracker (Simplified)
WEEKDAY PROTOCOL - WEEK ___
- Mon: Dose: _____ | Mood (1-10): _____ | Notes: _________________________
- Tue: Dose: _____ | Mood (1-10): _____ | Notes: _________________________
- Wed: Dose: _____ | Mood (1-10): _____ | Notes: _________________________
- Thu: Dose: _____ | Mood (1-10): _____ | Notes: _________________________
- Fri: Dose: _____ | Mood (1-10): _____ | Notes: _________________________
- Sat (OFF): How do you feel?: ________________________________________
- Sun (OFF): How do you feel?: ________________________________________
Weekend reflection: Did taking 2 days off feel sufficient? ☐ Yes ☐ No
Template 5: Intuitive Protocol
Schedule: Dose when you feel you need it (no fixed schedule)
Freeform Tracker
INTUITIVE PROTOCOL - LOG
Date: ___/___/___ | Dose: _______ | Time: _______
Why I dosed today: _________________________________________________
Expected outcome: _________________________________________________
Actual effects (end of day): _________________________________________________
Days since last dose: _______
Date: ___/___/___ | Dose: _______ | Time: _______
Why I dosed today: _________________________________________________
Expected outcome: _________________________________________________
Actual effects (end of day): _________________________________________________
Days since last dose: _______
Digital Template: Google Sheets
For those who prefer digital tracking, here's a simple spreadsheet structure:
Column Headers
- Date
- Day of Week
- Dose Day (Yes/No)
- Dose Amount (g or mg)
- Time Taken
- Mood (1-10)
- Energy (1-10)
- Focus (1-10)
- Anxiety (1-10, lower is better)
- Productivity (1-10)
- Side Effects (text)
- Notes (text)
Formulas for Analysis
- Average Mood: =AVERAGE(F2:F30)
- Dose Days Count: =COUNTIF(C2:C30,"Yes")
- Average Mood on Dose Days: =AVERAGEIF(C2:C30,"Yes",F2:F30)
- Average Mood on Off Days: =AVERAGEIF(C2:C30,"No",F2:F30)
How to Use These Templates
Step 1: Choose Your Protocol
Select the template that matches your chosen protocol.
Step 2: Print or Copy
Print the template or recreate it in a notebook/app.
Step 3: Track Consistently
Fill it out EVERY day (dose days AND off days).
Step 4: Review Weekly/Monthly
Look for patterns, trends, and areas to adjust.
Step 5: Adjust as Needed
Based on your data, increase, decrease, or pause your protocol.
Pro Tips
- Set Reminders: Phone alarm at end of day to fill in tracker
- Be Honest: Tracking only works if you're truthful about effects
- Track Off Days: This shows residual effects and baseline
- Note External Factors: Sleep, diet, stress levels affect results
- Don't Over-Analyze: Weekly/monthly trends matter more than daily fluctuations