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“LSD was not a pharmacological agent generating exotic experiences by its interaction with the neurophysiological processes in the brain. This remarkable substance was clearly an unspecific catalyst of the deep dynamics of the human psyche. The experiences induced by it were not neurochemical artifacts, symptoms of a toxic psychosis as mainstream psychiatrists called it, but genuine manifestations of the human psyche itself.”

Quote by Stanislav Grof

Book:When the Impossible Happens: Adventures in Non-Ordinary Realities, Read How You Want Edition

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When the Impossible Happens: Adventures in Non-Ordinary Realities, Read How You Want Edition

This book delves into the fascinating realm of non-ordinary realities, offering readers a glimpse into extraordinary experiences that challenge conventional understanding of the world. The Read How You Want Edition provides an inclusive reading experience for a wide audience. more

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Stanislav Grof is a renowned psychiatrist and psychologist known for his work in the study of consciousness, psychotherapy, and the exploration of human potential. Born on July 1, 1931, he is a pioneer in the fields of psychodrama and consciousness research. more

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