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

  • May 21 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
  • Podcast

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

  • Summary

  • 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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