Altered States- Psychedelics, Meditation, Cannabis and Expanding our Middle Aged Minds

If We Only Knew Then

In this conversation, Paul and Nora discuss altered states of mind, including their experiences with meditation, mushrooms, LSD, and cannabis. They emphasize the importance of meditation as a tool for creating space between thoughts and finding inner peace. They also share their personal journeys with meditation and how it has helped them cope with anxiety and depression. Additionally, they discuss their experiences with cannabis and its role in relaxation, creativity, and sleep. The conversation explores personal experiences with medical marijuana and its effects on sleep and anxiety. The discussion also touches on the recreational use of cannabis and its impact on creativity and patience. The hosts discuss the history of drug use and the war on drugs, as well as the availability and regulation of drugs. They delve into the potential benefits of psychedelics, including their use in therapy for cancer patients. Paul shares his experiences with psilocybin and LSD, emphasizing the importance of letting go and overcoming fear during psychedelic trips.

Takeaways

• Meditation is a powerful tool for creating space between thoughts and finding inner peace.

• Regular meditation practice can help reduce anxiety and improve overall well-being.

• Cannabis can be used recreationally and therapeutically, providing relaxation, creativity, and sleep aid.

• It is important to approach altered states of mind with caution and educate oneself on the potential risks and contraindications.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction: Altered States of Mind

04:48

Chapter 1: Meditation

22:27

Introduction and Personal Experiences

23:01

Living with Anxiety and Medical Marijuana

24:18

Cancer Diagnosis and Menopause

25:22

Effects of Medical Marijuana on Sleep and Anxiety

26:22

Recreational Use of Cannabis

27:27

Creativity and Patience with Cannabis

28:00

Drug Use in the Past and Present

29:20

The War on Drugs and Drug Laced with PCP

30:26

Availability and Regulation of Drugs

31:49

Psychedelics and Their Potential Benefits

33:08

History and Research on Psychedelics

34:02

Psychedelic Therapy for Cancer Patients

36:23

Paul's Experience with Psilocybin

41:27

Letting Go and Overcoming Fear in Psychedelic Trips

44:23

Paul's Experience with LSD

45:10

Mushroom Trip

46:03

LSD Trip

47:18

Emotional Release

51:47

Exploring Sound Baths

59:05

Expansive vs Contracting Experiences

01:03:11

Safety and Set & Setting

01:08:05

Stoned Ape Theory

01:09:31

Recommendation: Hamilton's Pharmacopia

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