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“Through the last centuries, the effort of capitalism has been to take all the things that were human relations and turn them into monetary exchanges.”

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Daniel Pinchbeck
Daniel Pinchbeck

Daniel Pinchbeck, born on June 15, 1966, is an American author whose work spans across cultural criticism, spiritual exploration, and sustainability. He is known for his research on psychedelic drugs and spiritual practices, with his book 'Breaking Open the Head' detailing his personal experiences with psychedelic substances. more

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