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albert hofmann quote [Apr. 30th, 2008|06:59 pm]
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“Alienation from nature and the loss of the experience of being part of the living creation is the greatest tragedy of our materialistic era. It is the causative reason for ecological devastation and climate change.

Therefore I attribute absolute highest importance to consciousness change. I regard psychedelics as catalyzers for this. They are tools which are guiding our perception toward other deeper areas of our human existence, so that we again become aware of our spiritual essence. Psychedelic experiences in a safe setting can help our consciousness open up to this sensation of connection and of being one with nature.
LSD and related substances are not drugs in the usual sense, but are part of the sacred substances, which have been used for thousand of years in ritual settings. The classic psychedelics like LSD, Psilocybin and Mescaline are characterized by the fact that they are neither toxic nor addictive. It is my great concern to separate psychedelics from the ongoing debates about drugs, and to highlight the tremendous potential inherent to these substances for self-awareness, as an adjunct in therapy, and for fundamental research into the human mind.

It is my wish that a modern Eleusis will emerge, in which seeking humans can learn to have transcendent experiences with sacred substances in a safe setting. I am convinced that these soul-opening, mind-revealing substances will find their appropriate place in our society and our culture.”

Dr. Albert Hofmann
Thursday, 19th April 2007
quote found on http://www.alexgrey.com
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albert hofmann remembered [Apr. 30th, 2008|06:51 pm]
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as many may now know, dr albert hofmann, the man who discovered lsd, died yesterday in basel, switzerland at the age of 102. i have posted a few bits about the story on my tribe page and my wordpress blog. today zane kesey posted a story from mountain girl about her recent visit to switzerland in which she met dr hofmann for the first time. the story is linked here: http://blotterati.com/pulpit/2008/04/30/albert-hofmann-receives-his-acid-test-diploma/
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