But they all do sort of the same thing, and that is rearrange what you thought was real, and they remind you of the beauty of pretty simple things. You forget, because you're so busy going from a to z, that there's 24 letters in between... You turn on... tune in... and you drop out...
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Psychedelics alter perception of reality and highlight simple beauty often missed in daily routine.
- In plain terms
- Drugs change how you see reality and remind you of simple beauty.
- What can you take from it?
- Slow down and notice the details between the start and end of your day.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What simple things do you overlook?
- How do you define reality?
Another view
The advice to use these substances carries significant legal and health risks.
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