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Did magic mushrooms contribute to making us human? In How to Change Your Mind, Michael Pollan traces the long and complex history of humans’ relationship with psychedelics and examines their potential use for mental health treatment today. He delves into the complex legal and cultural issues surrounding psychedelics and considers what their re-emergence might mean for our society as a whole.

Michael Pollan is an author, journalist, and professor. He is best known for his books The Omnivore’s Dilemma and In Defense of Food, which have helped shape the public’s understanding of the modern food system. But after learning about terminal cancer patients who were given psilocybin to help ease the fear of death, Pollan threw himself into research on psychedelics—which included personal experimentation.

In this guide, we’ll situate Pollan’s research within the current field of psychedelic trials and review some of the guidelines for mitigating the dangers of psychedelic research. We’ll also probe ancient history to provide further context for humans’ complex and enduring relationship with these substances.

Stealing Fire, co-written by Stephen Kotler and Jamie Wheal, tells the story of a modern revolution in our understanding of peak states of consciousness such as flow, mystical enlightenment, and psychedelic experience. According to the authors, these peak states—collectively, “ecstasis”—can catalyze personal transformation, expand your creativity, and connect you to a palpable sense of meaning and fulfillment.

Kotler and Wheal are best selling authors as well as the co-founders of the Flow Genome Project, where they train top organizations—ranging from Navy SEALS to Olympic Athletes and Fortune 500 CEOS—on the principles of flow and peak states.

In this guide, we’ll break down their argument that accessing peak states has become easier, safer, and more legitimate as various scientific advances have demystified what was once obscure and taboo. In our commentary, we’ll touch on additional research, the legality of psychedelics, and recent updates to some of the authors’ ideas.

The last few years have seen a surge of interest in psychedelics as treatments for intractable mental health conditions. But are psychedelics as miraculous as their proponents say? Or do they pose unacceptable risks?

Currently, mental illness is a global health crisis with no signs of slowing down. However, researchers believe the solution may be psychedelic therapy, a new industry that’s focusing on once-villanized drugs such as ketamine, MDMA, and psilocybin.

Dive into the fascinating connections between the brain, body, and personal well-being with Dr. Andrew Huberman in the latest episode of "Huberman Lab." As he enthralls a live Toronto audience with "The Brain Body Contract," Dr. Huberman traverses an array of essential topics—from the empowerment of mental health tools and the enigma of the subconscious mind to the brain mechanics of creativity.

Dr. Huberman's dynamic discourse ranges from practical advice for remote workers to intriguing developments in psychotherapy, such as the therapeutic prospects of psychedelics for PTSD. Alongside sharing his own 'space time bridging' morning routine to counteract life’s stresses, he also examines the scientific underpinnings of emotional resilience and the role community plays in fostering a rich environment for scientific knowledge. Whether unpacking the complexities of neuroplasticity or advising on physical health for life's unpredictable twists, Dr. Huberman offers invaluable insights for a science-empowered life.

The last few years have seen a surge of interest in psychedelics as treatments for intractable mental health conditions. But are psychedelics as miraculous as their proponents say? Or do they pose unacceptable risks?

The last few years have seen a surge of interest in psychedelics as treatments for intractable mental health conditions. But are psychedelics as miraculous as their proponents say? Or do they pose unacceptable risks?

Did magic mushrooms contribute to making us human? In How to Change Your Mind, Michael Pollan traces the long and complex history of humans’ relationship with psychedelics and examines their potential use for mental health treatment today. He delves into the complex legal and cultural issues surrounding psychedelics and considers what their re-emergence might mean for our society as a whole.

Michael Pollan is an author, journalist, and professor. He is best known for his books The Omnivore’s Dilemma and In Defense of Food, which have helped shape the public’s understanding of the modern food system. But after learning about terminal cancer patients who were given psilocybin to help ease the fear of death, Pollan threw himself into research on psychedelics—which included personal experimentation.

In this guide, we’ll situate Pollan’s research within the current field of psychedelic trials and review some of the guidelines for mitigating the dangers of psychedelic research. We’ll also probe ancient history to provide further context for humans’ complex and enduring relationship with these substances.