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Why I Am No Longer Going To Be Using "Plant Medicines": Part 1

Jul 14, 2022
A profound personal journey leads to a rejection of plant medicines, sparking a discussion on their risks and spiritual implications. Framing past experiences with caution, the speaker highlights the importance of direct communication with God over altered states of consciousness. They explore the biblical stance on these substances, warning against their association with occult practices. Additionally, insights into revolutionary fasting techniques and societal repercussions remind listeners of the importance of intentional living and divine guidance over quick fixes.
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INSIGHT

Defining Plant Medicines

  • Ben Greenfield defines "plant medicines" as natural or synthetic compounds that significantly alter consciousness.
  • These substances are often associated with spiritual practices like divination, sorcery, and shamanism.
INSIGHT

The Turning Point

  • Ben Greenfield's decision to quit plant medicines stemmed from a Bible passage about witchcraft (pharmakia).
  • He realized that using drugs, even for spiritual growth, contradicted his Christian faith.
ANECDOTE

Leary and Huxley's Conversation

  • Timothy Leary and Aldous Huxley, psychedelic advocates, discussed how to introduce mind expansion to society using drugs.
  • Huxley identified the Bible as the main obstacle to this "evolution."
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