Author michael pollen talks about how a guided psychodelic trip on solociton helped him see his mortality through an entirely new lens. Psychodeli aren't legal in the us but have been used in certain clinical trials and delivered powerful therapeutic benefits for people struggling with addiction, depression and existential distress. Michael's written two books that explore the answer to this question, how to change your mind? And this is your mind on plants.
Author Michael Pollan chats with Maya about the science of psychedelics — what’s going on in our brains that give rise to the extraordinary experiences people describe. Michael also gives us a glimpse into his personal experience with psychedelic trips.
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