Always trying Quote by Creed Bratton
“I never took drug to escape. I know some people take drugs to escape, but I took drugs because I was an experimenter. And an artist. And I was always trying to go to the other side of that veil and get information, like all writers have done through the millennia. To get some insights on how the whole thing works, if there's any way to know how it works, and write about it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast “Creative Minds”, 2021
The speaker sees drug use as a tool for artistic experimentation and insight, not as an escape, emphasizing curiosity over avoidance.
In simple terms: Drugs used for creative exploration, not escape.
Key Takeaway
Use substances responsibly for artistic insight.
Themes
creativity
risk
exploration
art
science
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artistic workshops
- research labs
- personal journaling
- documentary filmmaking
Key Concepts
psychedelic research
creative process
boundary-pushing
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical limits should artists consider when experimenting?
- How can insight be gained without harmful substances?
A Different Perspective
Risk of addiction and ethical concerns about drug use.
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