Altered Quote by Timothy Leary
“There's one uneasy borderline between what is external and what is internal, and this borderline is defined exactly by the sense organs and the skin and the introduction of external things within my own body. Consciousness is altered by physical events and physical objects, which impinge upon my sense organs, or which I introduce into my body. Now the name traditionally given to external objects or processes which change you internally is sacrament. Sacraments are the visible and tangible techniques for bringing you close to your own divinity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Politics of Ecstasy, 1969
He describes the boundary where external stimuli become internal transformation, likening it to sacramental experience.
In simple terms: External things can change us internally.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how surroundings shape inner self.
Themes
philosophy
spirituality
embodiment
perception
transformation
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- art therapy
- sensory immersion
Key Concepts
sacrament
sensory integration
mind‑body connection
Questions to Reflect On
- What external influences most affect your inner life?
- Can rituals replace sensory experience?
A Different Perspective
Sacramental view may overlook scientific explanations.
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