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Thinking about tripping reindeer
By
Gus diZerega
The apparent frequency of animals eating entheogens is really fascinating to me. It strengthens my suspicion that what our society calls “normal” consciousness is as deficient as a diet without certain crucial vitamins. Life continues, but is crippled. To a point our need-driven and distanced way of relating to the world and others is necessary…
Reindeer getting high
By
Gus diZerega
I have just read about a delightful report that reindeer and other animals as well eat mushrooms to get high. Having done the same myself (and seen colors that are not on the spectrum) I can only nod in approval. The entire issue of seeking kinds of consciousness different from the businessman doing his books,…
From Jane Goodall to parasites, Christopher Hitchens and Henry Kissinger
By
Gus diZerega
Trust me – there is a connection Every other Wednesday I spend the morning in a kind of salon where a bunch of us get together to discuss various aspects of science. One is a retired physicist, another a geologist, another a physician, another a molecular biologist, and so on. I am an outlier, as…
Culture Shock
By
Gus diZerega
It’s been hard to concentrate on this blog since I returned from Utah. Really hard. While the trip, like any trip with a 9 year old, was not without its aggravations, being immersed in such powerful, beautiful and peaceful land was a kind of spiritual balm. I set aside thinking about politics and keeping up with…
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