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“I believe in extraterrestrials, but I believe that real extraterrestrials are so peculiar that the job is to recognize them.”

Quote by Terence McKenna

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Terence McKenna

Terence McKenna was a renowned philosopher known for his profound insights into consciousness, botany, and human potential. His ideas were deeply influenced by his family's genetic research and studies on the evolution of human consciousness. more

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