Try psychedelics. Access transcendence. | James Fadiman
Expert James Fadiman explains how psychedelics have the power to expand consciousness, enhance creativity, and deepen our connections to the world.
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James Fadiman, a distinguished figure with over six decades in psychedelic research, examines the profound impact psychedelics have on consciousness, creativity, and connectivity.
Fadiman shares insights into how these substances shift perception, offering perspectives that challenge and expand our understanding of reality. He also delves into the scientific underpinnings of psychedelics, their therapeutic potential, and the societal benefits of fostering deeper empathy and open-mindedness. Highlighting the importance of integration post-experience, Fadiman sheds light on the transformative power of psychedelics to not only alter individual consciousness but also to enhance community bonds and personal relationships.
Through a focus on responsible use and the expansion of human awareness, Fadiman’s expertise offers a compelling view into the capacity of psychedelics to redefine our interaction with the world and ourselves.
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About James Fadiman:
Dr. James Fadiman is a leading scientific expert on the use of psychedelics for personal exploration, healing, and transformation. He has been researching, writing and lecturing on the topic for more than fifty years. His research focuses on exploring the potential of psychedelics to help individuals achieve a more meaningful, balanced and enlightened life. He has written numerous books on the topic, such as The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide and Your Symphony Of Selves, and is widely considered to be one of the most influential figures in the field.
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@QuantumLight923
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
I am a 15 year army veteran. I struggled with ptsd from my tour of duty in Afghanistan in 2009. My struggle lasted 14 years. Until I tried DMT. My experience was so profound, that it completely rewrote the fabric that my brain had precieved as reality. I have reconnected with my inner, higher mind, I meditate daily, psychedelics have inspired change within a damaged mind. If you suffer from mental health challenges please consider psychedelics. ❤
@Unapproachable_Light
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Psychedelics…I had convulsions and spent the night in the hospital. After 8 months I was able to sleep with the lights out…I no longer saw the gang of demons attacking my face. The panic attack stopped after 2 years. LSD ruined my life.
@Jadenray-s8p
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
My recovery journey was supported by the therapeutic benefits of mushrooms. Other psychedelics like DMT, LSD are exceptional as well
@michaeladams6656
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Don’t be fooled, transcendence is a made up word for self identification.
There is nothing special about any of this.
Be yourself.
@edzis2k996
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Would the world be a better place if it was in a better place ?
@Xiangxaomark
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Psychedelic are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It is quite fascinating how effective they’re against depression and anxiety.
@willtribe636
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
"Try psychedelics. Access transcendence." Here in the UK, the question is: How?! They're all illegal here.
@sergeyc5528
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Best way to go gay
@seepel
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
I had to deal with mobbing in my youth and have some kind of ptsd, do yall think psychedelics can help?
@Cris.Arce-ru4eq
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
I’ve done DMT twice, and had ego death my first time, and it’s been the best thing that’s happened to me in a long time. I’ve been more motivated, threw out a lot of harder substances, and a lot of my anxiety and underlying guilt is completely gone
@kaustavhazarika5482
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Where can I find it ? Not accessible
@seanwood9463
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Psilocybin mushrooms,DMT and LSD has been quite therapeutic for me.
I was diagnosed with severe depression and mental health issues, not until a friend recommended golden teachers mushroom for spiritual and mental gratification. I’ve been well ever since for about 4 years now.
@an_explorerr
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
These drugs should be legalized because the more we hide them, more people will become curious to get them. These drugs unleashed the potential of human brain. They activate the dead cells. For someone who don't laugh but want to laugh, we can experiment the drug on them and they will feel good. They start experiencing a new life.
@wgcjtc5591
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Where and how can I find resources to safely experience this expansion? Thanks
@Johnson-h1d
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Psychedelics have the potential to make a significant impact on mental health issues like anxiety and depression. They've been incredibly helpful for me personally.
@germanrivera4581
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Seriously, the world needs mind-expanding “potions” right away. Apparently, we are still unable to live a good life, due to mental-dwarfism. To those suffering mental illnesses, please go ahead and try this alternative…. It works. Get guidance.
@davebry01
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Im in the UK. Where can i get Mushrooms? I want to try Dried mushrooms desperately! 😫
@Maryamggbj
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Can mushrooms cure severe depression forever?
@mawtymawty9010
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
I took four tabs of LSD on my 23rd birthday. I had a bad thought loop about how the past circumstances of my life that depressed me would condemn me to a lifetime of unhappiness. I remember almost resigning myself to misery, when a voice in my head said "You are denying your own agency."
I blacked out immediately after having this thought, and went into an indescribable realm in my head. Four dimensional geometry appeared out of a void, and I could see my thoughts and my friends' thoughts floating overhead like neon clouds. I convinced myself I was in this place to interpret each incoming thought and send them to the minds of whichever person in my group they belonged to.
I came back to reality howling with laughter. I was terrified I'd gone insane- my thoughts appeared as 4D shapes rearranging their forms in my mind's eye. Somehow, I was able to joke around with my friends, and I felt myself becoming more sane each time they laughed. "If you keep making them laugh, you'll feel normal again," I kept telling myself. To this day, it feels extra special to make people laugh.
@Ak-qv7hj
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Some wise words here
@derrickdd
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
you guys need to chill with this "try drugs" message.
@NadeemAzeem-km2re
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
This video is an evil marketing of drugs for innocent young minds.these experts are hooks for catching fish.
@neelseth353
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
You are not happy to be alive, unless you freak out enough and learn to live again. PSYCHE
@declanh5434
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Psychedelics have the potential to make a significant impact on mental health issues like anxiety and depression. They've been incredibly helpful for me personally.
@marksaria2356
October 10, 2024 at 7:58 pm
Mushroom was so good to me, it really helps me with addiction to the smoking, and my negative thoughts, anxiety, anger, warfreak, mushroom really helps me to remove that all and now my mind is cleared and i thinking the positive everyday and im not into anger anymore if someone punch me then i will say bless u