Chapter
The Origins of Psychedelics and How They're Used
15:04 - 23:47 (08:42)
The term psychedelic was coined in 1957 by English psychiatrist Humphrey Osmond, and essentially means "mind manifesting". It refers to the use of mind-altering substances like psilocybin in therapy sessions to help people get in touch with their subconscious.
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Michael Pollan discusses his book "How to Change Your Mind" and defines the term "psychedelics."
15:04 - 16:32 (01:28)
Summary
Michael Pollan discusses his book "How to Change Your Mind" and defines the term "psychedelics." He also talks about the glossary of terms included in the book, which helps inform the conversation around these substances.
ChapterThe Origins of Psychedelics and How They're Used
Episode#313: Michael Pollan — Exploring The New Science of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this episode, the origin of the term "psychedelic" is explored, as well as its journey from a mind loosening therapy tool to its association with the counterculture of the 60s.
16:33 - 19:05 (02:32)
Summary
In this episode, the origin of the term "psychedelic" is explored, as well as its journey from a mind loosening therapy tool to its association with the counterculture of the 60s.
ChapterThe Origins of Psychedelics and How They're Used
Episode#313: Michael Pollan — Exploring The New Science of Psychedelics
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses how using psilocybin helped ease the process of dealing with his father's death by allowing him to have conversations about mortality and the afterlife that he was not able to have with his dad directly.
19:05 - 23:47 (04:41)
Summary
The speaker discusses how using psilocybin helped ease the process of dealing with his father's death by allowing him to have conversations about mortality and the afterlife that he was not able to have with his dad directly. He also notes that his use of psychedelics allowed him to break down some of the defensive barriers his ego put up against the concept of death.