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Mentioned in 6 episodes

The natural mind

Book • 1972

In *The Natural Mind*, Dr. Andrew Weil argues that the desire to alter consciousness is a natural human drive.

He critiques societal attitudes toward drug use, suggesting that drug abuse is a symptom rather than the problem itself.

Weil advocates for a more nuanced understanding of consciousness and the role of drugs in society, emphasizing the importance of 'deep thinking' over 'straight thinking' in addressing these issues.

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Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned by

Andrew Weil

as his first book, with a blurb by Alan Watts.

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Mentioned by

Jay Shetty

as one of Dr. Weil's books.

Dr. Andrew Weil ON: How to Use Foods to Fight Inflammation & Scientific Ways to Spark Your Creativity

Mentioned by

Mark Hyman

as a book that was influential in shifting his thinking on diet.

Activating Your Natural Healing Systems with Dr. Andrew Weil

Mentioned by

Rich Roll

, highlighting Dr. Weil's prediction of current trends in psychedelics.

Dr. Andrew Weil Is The Medical Mystic

Mentioned by

Andrew Weil

as his first book, exploring altered states of consciousness and the relationship with drugs.

From Green Tea To Psilocybin: The Routines, Diet, Lifestyle, Supplements & Sage Advice From One Of The Top Natural Medicine Docs On The Face Of The Planet - The Dr. Andrew Weil Podcast.

Mentioned by

Michael Pollan

as a book describing drugs as active placebos.

Why we love drugs

Mentioned to illustrate that notions of giftedness are shifting, referring to a time when gifted athletes were working class white athletes.

Joseph Darda, "Gift and Grit: Race, Sports, and the Construction of Social Debt" (Cambridge UP, 2025)

Mentioned by

Joseph Darda

as a book he begins with, which explores the concept of the 'natural' athlete through Roy Hobbs.

Joseph Darda, "Gift and Grit: Race, Sports, and the Construction of Social Debt" (Cambridge UP, 2025)

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