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To: Wharf Rat who wrote (189840)	6/21/2006 10:59:52 AM
From: Sun Tzu	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 281500

Zen agrees with this premise and aims to achieve the same thing without resorting to drugs. Huxley explores the idea that the human mind filters reality, partly because handling the details of all of the impressions and images coming in would be unbearable, partly because it has been taught to do so. He believes that psychotropic drugs can partly remove this filter, or "open these doors of perception." After taking mescaline, Huxley wrote down his thoughts and feelings. He observed that everyday objects lose their functionality and suddenly exist "as such." Space and dimension become irrelevant, and perceptions seem to be enlarged and at times even overwhelming.

To: Wharf Rat who wrote (189840)	6/21/2006 12:05:42 PM
From: bentway	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 281500

"The Doors of Perception" Wouldn't you just love to dose Hawkie?

To: Wharf Rat who wrote (189840)	6/21/2006 2:52:17 PM
From: one_less	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 281500

I was intrigued by Castanada's treatment of the subject. He suggested that 'some' people benefit from psycotropics because they need a shock to their consciousness to allow an expanded awareness. He also, made it very clear that it is a dangerous course to follow, should be carefully and temporarily administered by a qualified guide, and he doesn't believe it is for everybody. Finally, once the prescribed benefit is achieved the practice should be abandoned. Git a haircut, gem