

Terence Mckenna - Discussing "The World And Its Double"
22 snips Jun 13, 2023
Terence McKenna, a renowned speaker and writer on consciousness and psychedelics, dives into profound and captivating topics. He highlights how materialistic views can overshadow deeper truths, emphasizing the transformative potentials of psychedelics. McKenna explores the concept of the universe as a narrative we can shape, reflecting on personal awakenings in the 1960s. He discusses the tension between societal expectations and personal freedom, and the unique insights offered by shamanism. This dialogue encourages a radical shift in understanding existence and our cosmic roles.
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Intro
00:00 • 14min
The Psychedelic Evolution of Consciousness
14:26 • 54min
The Universe as a Narrative: Human Experience and Consciousness
01:08:46 • 6min
Awakening Through Psychedelics
01:15:06 • 35min
Concrescence and Cosmic Complexity
01:50:07 • 34min
Cultural Traps and Personal Freedom
02:24:02 • 3min
Shamanism and Psychedelic Insights
02:26:55 • 11min