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“In shamanism and certain yogas, Taoist yoga, claim very clearly that the purpose is to familiarize yourself with this after-death body, in life, and then the act of dying will not create confusion in the psyche. You will recognize what is happening. You will know what to do. And you will make the…” quote by Terence McKenna
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“In shamanism and certain yogas, Taoist yoga, claim very clearly that the purpose is to familiarize yourself with this after-death body, in life, and then the act of dying will not create confusion in the psyche. You will recognize what is happening. You will know what to do. And you will make the clean break.”

Terence McKenna

About This Quote

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

The goal of certain spiritual practices is to become familiar with the post‑death self so that death is not frightening.

In simple terms: Know the after‑life self to face death calmly.

Key Takeaway

Practice awareness of death.

Themes

spirituality death self‑knowledge

Mood

reflective serene

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • end‑of‑life counseling
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

Taoist yoga shamanism consciousness psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices help you confront mortality?
  • How does familiarity with death change living?
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May be speculative without empirical proof.

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