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The post recounts the author's experience at a live comedy speed dating show called 'Lolyamorous' in Barcelona. The format involves random audience members going on stage for two-minute dates, with hosts asking questions and makin...
The author recounts their experiences with the psychedelic 2C-T-2, highlighting its ability to evoke a sense of connection to nature and mysticism, while also detailing the severe nausea and discomfort it causes. They experiment w...
The author reflects on their two eras of psychedelic use, transitioning from indiscriminate experimentation to intentional healing. They introduce the concept of 'neural annealing,' a model for understanding how the mind updates b...
The author recounts a night at a London nightclub while secretly carrying mephedrone, a drug he describes as an entactogen-stimulant. He details the nightclub's security measures, his experience using the drug, and his reflections...
The author reflects on their personal experiences with psychedelics, detailing their journey of trying various substances over a three-year period. They discuss the legality of psychedelics in Russia, the process of obtaining them...
The author reflects on their first Thanksgiving experience in California, expressing uncertainty about the holiday's traditions, particularly the significance of turkey. They share their background as a Russian who has recently be...
The author discusses the complexities and potential risks associated with meditation, particularly the concept of enlightenment and its psychological effects. While meditation can reduce suffering, it may also lead to irreversible...
The narrative follows a man grappling with the loss of his wife, who has undergone a controversial teleportation procedure that deconstructs and recreates a person. The protagonist reflects on their philosophical differences regar...
The author shares insights from running over 20 meetups, emphasizing the importance of post-talk conversations over the talks themselves. They advocate for transforming traditional meetups into 'unconferences,' which are participa...
The author reflects on their experiences with mephedrone, a stimulant and entactogen, discussing its effects on their behavior, particularly in relation to pornography and compulsive use. They describe the drug's initial euphoric ...
The author contrasts the availability of ibuprofen and opioids in the US and UK, highlighting the abundance of over-the-counter painkillers in America compared to the restrictive regulations in Britain. They express frustration wi...
The author reflects on their experience at Inkhaven, a writing workshop that required daily blog posts. They discuss the challenges of producing longer pieces, the emotional work involved in writing, and the pressure of deadlines....
The blog post discusses 6-methylnicotine, a nicotine analogue marketed for cognitive enhancement with claims of smoother effects and lower addiction potential. The author shares personal experiences using 6-methylnicotine products...
The author advocates for a DIY approach to enlightenment, emphasizing the importance of finding the right teacher who can provide straightforward guidance rather than mystical teachings. Roger Thisdell, a meditation teacher and ph...
The author reflects on their experience of developing a sense of cardinal directions while living in various temporary homes in London. They compare this newfound awareness to the navigation methods used by certain Australian trib...
The author explores the concept of meditation as a form of wakeful relaxation, emphasizing the coexistence of relaxation and wakefulness. They discuss the challenges of achieving relaxation during meditation, the role of muscle te...
The post discusses the concept of control as an addictive substance, particularly in the context of interpersonal relationships and emotional responses. It suggests that instead of trying to control outcomes, individuals should pr...
The post discusses the use of entactogens like MDMA and mephedrone for emotional work, particularly in conjunction with 'parts' frameworks that conceptualize the mind as composed of multiple sub-personalities or agents. It introdu...
The author shares a personal experience of forming a meaningful friendship with an anonymous artist named Sleepr, whom they met at a psychedelic art exhibition. Instead of the typical vague promise to 'stay in touch,' the author e...
The post discusses a six-question test for ADHD that can be completed in a minute. The author shares their personal experience of suspecting they had ADHD after using stimulants for productivity and subsequently seeking a diagnosi...
The post discusses the author's experiences with speed dating, emphasizing that it should be viewed as a practice ground for improving romantic skills rather than a definitive way to find a partner. The author shares insights on h...
A traveler's frustrating experience of missing flights due to unforeseen circumstances highlights the unpredictability of air travel and the challenges of low-cost airlines.
In a satirical sci-fi narrative, a President grapples with the impending arrival of aliens who are converting stars into a blissful state of matter called hedonium. As the government prepares for first contact, the President's foc...