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Beatles and Meditation
- Kati Devaney's interest in meditation began at age eight after seeing a documentary about the Beatles in Rishikesh.
- This sparked a lifelong fascination, leading her to attend a 10-day Goenka retreat in college.
Allegory of the Cave and Psychedelics
- Kati Devaney's first psychedelic experience with psilocybin mushrooms was profoundly impactful, coinciding with reading Plato's Allegory of the Cave.
- This combination led to a deep exploration of reality and consciousness.
Psychedelics as Waypoints
- Psychedelic experiences can offer glimpses of potential states achievable through contemplative practices.
- These experiences act as waypoints, guiding further practice and providing a reference point for personal growth.