A philosopher's psychedelic encounter with reality
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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Psychedelics and Philosophy: A Perplexing Overlook
This chapter explores the surprising absence of psychedelic discourse in academic philosophy, questioning the historical and institutional reasons behind this neglect. It discusses the philosophical implications of consciousness, reality, and self-awareness, drawing on the experiences of the speakers with substances like ayahuasca and psilocybin. The conversation challenges conventional perceptions of existence, mortality, and the nature of reality, urging a reevaluation of how psychedelics can enlighten our understanding of life.
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