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Making Sense with Sam Harris

#1 — Drugs And The Meaning Of Life

Jun 5, 2014
20:41

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Quick takeaways

  • The responsible use of substances, including drugs, requires education and informed decision-making, rather than blanket criminalization.
  • Psychodelics like silisibon and LSD can alter consciousness, but their use should be approached cautiously due to the potential risks, while alternative methods like meditation can provide similar benefits with less risk.

Deep dives

The Purpose of Altering Consciousness

Everything we do is driven by the desire to alter our consciousness. We form friendships, eat specific foods, and read to experience certain emotions and thoughts. Drugs are another means to achieve this, some legal and safe, while others illegal and dangerous. The challenge lies in educating ourselves and the next generation about the responsible use of substances.

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