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“Funny, I'd forgotten that what comes to you when you take a psychedelic is not always a revelation of something new and startling; you're more liable to find yourself reminded of simple things you know and forgot you knew - seeing them freshly - old, basic truths that long ago became cliches, so…” quote by Ann Shulgin
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“Funny, I'd forgotten that what comes to you when you take a psychedelic is not always a revelation of something new and startling; you're more liable to find yourself reminded of simple things you know and forgot you knew - seeing them freshly - old, basic truths that long ago became cliches, so you stopped paying attention to them.”

Ann Shulgin

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Psychedelic experiences often revive forgotten simple truths rather than novel revelations.

In simple terms: Psychedelics remind us of basics.

Key Takeaway

Revisit basics.

Themes

psychology consciousness memory

Mood

introspective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • creative work
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

neurochemistry philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple truth have you forgotten?
  • How can you integrate revived insights?
A Different Perspective

Insights may be limited to known concepts.

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