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“I think with the work we do with these drugs we are the earliest pioneers in what over the next 100 years will lead to an understanding of consciousness almost as a thing apart from the monkey body and brain.” quote by Terence McKenna
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“I think with the work we do with these drugs we are the earliest pioneers in what over the next 100 years will lead to an understanding of consciousness almost as a thing apart from the monkey body and brain.”

Terence McKenna

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Early drug research may eventually reveal consciousness as separate from the physical brain.

In simple terms: Drugs could help study consciousness.

Key Takeaway

Support ethical neuroscience research.

Themes

consciousness neuroscience psychedelics

Mood

curious cautious

Type

scientific speculative

When to use this quote

  • clinical trials
  • psychiatric treatment
  • philosophical inquiry
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

philosophy of mind biology future studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • What ethical safeguards are needed?
  • How might this change our view of self?
A Different Perspective

Ethical concerns and safety limit psychedelic research.

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