🧠 Psychedelics, Consciousness, and the Future of Thought

### 🧠 Psychedelics, Consciousness, and the Future of Thought

This week at Vancouver Discussions, we’re stepping through the looking glass.
We’ll talk about psychedelics—mushrooms, LSD, ayahuasca—and how they might open up new ways of seeing the mind, reality, and even human progress. Are these substances spiritual tools? Brain hacks? Dangerous distractions? Science and culture seem to be changing their minds.
Whether you’ve had experiences or are just curious, let’s explore:

• Why are scientists, tech CEOs, and writers all into psychedelics now?
• What do altered states teach us about consciousness?
• Can psychedelics really treat depression or boost creativity?
• Are we rediscovering something ancient or creating something new?

🎧 Suggested Listening:

• Joe Rogan Experience #1035 – Paul Stamets on psilocybin and the mind
• Joe Rogan #1123 – Michael Pollan (How to Change Your Mind)
• Optional: Netflix doc How to Change Your Mind (Episode 1: LSD or Psilocybin)

📍 Casual, free, and no need to do all the media beforehand — come hang and think out loud.
🗓️ Date/Time: Aug 23rd @ 11 am
📍 Location: Starbucks City market Downtown Vancouver
📞 Text 604-615-5275 if you can't find us.

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