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The Benefits of Alternative Medicines
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21:54 - 30:31 (08:37)

The exploration of alternative medicines like psilocybin and MDMA can have controlled benefits for society, although we may have lost touch with these practices in recent years. There is a lot of promising research occurring in the space of alternative medicine, including the treatment of PTSD and depression.

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In this podcast, the speaker discusses the potential link between psychedelic experiences and developing empathy, as well as the historical and cultural significance of shamanism in reaching alternative states.
21:54 - 24:00 (02:06)
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Psychedelics
Summary

In this podcast, the speaker discusses the potential link between psychedelic experiences and developing empathy, as well as the historical and cultural significance of shamanism in reaching alternative states. They also touch on the use of psychedelics in relation to mental illness.

Chapter
The Benefits of Alternative Medicines
Episode
#263: Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky — Exploring Creativity, Ignoring Critics, and Making Art
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The guest discusses the use of psychedelics in treating mental health issues such as depression and PTSD, and mentions his involvement with research at Johns Hopkins on the use of psilocybin.
24:00 - 26:01 (02:00)
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Mental Health
Summary

The guest discusses the use of psychedelics in treating mental health issues such as depression and PTSD, and mentions his involvement with research at Johns Hopkins on the use of psilocybin. He also touches upon the use of MDMA in treating emotional distress and the support it has received from the defense department.

Chapter
The Benefits of Alternative Medicines
Episode
#263: Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky — Exploring Creativity, Ignoring Critics, and Making Art
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses using fasting as a way to kickstart ketosis, allowing non-caloric unsweetened drinks while fasting, and his interest in experimenting with fasting.
26:02 - 28:32 (02:29)
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Fasting
Summary

The speaker discusses using fasting as a way to kickstart ketosis, allowing non-caloric unsweetened drinks while fasting, and his interest in experimenting with fasting.

Chapter
The Benefits of Alternative Medicines
Episode
#263: Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky — Exploring Creativity, Ignoring Critics, and Making Art
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
In this podcast, the speaker discusses how fasting can improve their mood and help control anxiety and anger, leading to their own mood enhancement.
28:32 - 30:31 (01:59)
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Fasting
Summary

In this podcast, the speaker discusses how fasting can improve their mood and help control anxiety and anger, leading to their own mood enhancement. The conversation highlights how fasting can help identify changes in mood and behavior and promote exploration of different spaces.

Chapter
The Benefits of Alternative Medicines
Episode
#263: Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky — Exploring Creativity, Ignoring Critics, and Making Art
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show