• j_elgato@leminal.space
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    1 day ago

    I mean… we all have that friend who does mushrooms or drops acid and thinks they are the savior of the human race.

    The only difference is that the next day they have to go work their shift at IHOP rather than waking up and being the richest person in the world.

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      21 hours ago

      Those are true, non-addictive, psychedelics and the world would be a better place if more people were given them with a proper guide. Ketamine is significantly different and addictive.

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        12 hours ago

        So… You’re saying we shouldn’t be giving the richest man in the world an animal tranquilizer along with unlimited power over our government?

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          12 hours ago

          That does seem less than optimal, doesn’t it?

          Now, forcing him to take auyahausca with a real hard ass of a shaman to confront him might have utility. Then, maybe he should have to live a life of service. Cleaning and caring for the elderly and infirm in a third world slum, some of his billions could be used to pay to have this be supervised.

          That might be good.

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        12 hours ago

        I’ve had my own experiences with psychedelics. I believe they have huge potential for psychotherapy but at the same time I absolute have to acknowledge the risks of psychosis. Handle with care!

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          12 hours ago

          No doubt! They are powerful medicine and should be used with guidance, especially at first.

          I really like the trip guide method. An experienced person can shepard a person or small group through a trip. There is counseling before hand, maybe goals or problems to be considered during, counseling/discussion in the weeks afterwards. Screen for familial psychosis/schizoid disorders.

          Medicine that should be respected, not really something to party with.

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            6 hours ago

            I agree. Personally while being very careful I always did it alone. Partially because there are only a few people I truly trust, there is a stigma on all types of drugs and of course because it’s illegal so there are no “licensed” professionals that could monitor me.

            I had some very good and eye / mind opening experiences but also some very scary ones that took months to digest mentally.