Avainsana: psychedelics

  • Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 42

    Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 42

    The post explores the nature of mystical experience from both philosophical and scientific perspectives, highlighting its significance in human life. Mystical experiences are described as profound states in which individuals feel a sense of unity with the universe, often accompanied by deep insight, sacredness, and transcendence. These experiences, while subjective and difficult to measure, have…

  • Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 41

    Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 41

    This post examines the use of psychedelic substances from both historical and scientific perspectives. In many indigenous cultures, altered states of consciousness have been central to healing practices and religious rituals, often achieved through dancing, breathing techniques, or the use of psychedelic plants. In the twentieth century, modern science began investigating these phenomena after Albert…