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“Taking LSD was a profound experience, one of the most important things in my life. LSD shows you that there’s another side to the coin, and you can’t remember it when it wears off, but you know it. It reinforced my sense of what was important—creating great things instead of making money, putting…” quote by Steve Jobs
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“Taking LSD was a profound experience, one of the most important things in my life. LSD shows you that there’s another side to the coin, and you can’t remember it when it wears off, but you know it. It reinforced my sense of what was important—creating great things instead of making money, putting things back into the stream of history and of human consciousness as much as I could.”

Steve Jobs

About This Quote

Source Speech: Stanford Commencement Address, 2005

He describes a psychedelic experience that reshaped his priorities toward creativity and lasting impact over material gain.

In simple terms: LSD changed his view of what matters.

Key Takeaway

Focus on creating lasting value.

Themes

creativity purpose legacy

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • artistic projects
  • philanthropy
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychedelic insight value hierarchy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one seek profound insight without drugs?
  • What lasting impact do you want to leave?
A Different Perspective

Such experiences are rare and not universally accessible.

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