I completely support IJC's idea. Psychedelic usage isn't without its drawbacks, especially when the realization that reality isn't as we once thought it was kicks in. Beyond the initial anxiety and depression, it's up to the individual to make constructive use of their new-found knowledge. Much...

I can absolutely relate to feeling unfulfilled and uncertain about my future, as well as the anxiety and depression that sometimes follows. For some reason it seems as though the only way to overcome this particular collection of sensations is to disconnect myself from thoughts and feelings...

i think there's some solid advice in this thread already. i would just add that i wish i spent more time taking it all in, meeting as many people and not taking my life so seriously. it's a unique opportunity to discover a lot about others as well as yourself, and i had a lot of downer issues...

imho, breathing is the most important aspect of meditation. establishing proper rhythm and focusing on the constant inhale/exhale is what really puts me in a meditative state of being.

i'm going to get in on this love-fest. this place is awesome and you're all really cool people! going to do my best to contribute whenever i can. cheers! :partyman:

Of course everyone is entitled to their opinion, but IJC's hostility towards other members is kind of puzzling. What I like about this forum is that people share their views without imposing them on others (generally), and so I can't imagine what irritated you so much to paint everyone with one...

make a living as a writer/director, find a girl who i really connect with, and to be free and happy

I have the VaporBrothers, bought it off Ebay. Excellent device all around, best for personal use or say, two people. Been a year now and it's working as well as the day I got it. I've only tried one other one before, and it was a VaporBrothers knockoff. The real deal is well worth the initial...

Interesting to hear from all the people who've been able to reconcile their own personal/spiritual evolution with the feeling of not fitting in. Everyone is unique, but unfortunately most resist the natural process of individuation by conforming to the mediocre standards of "society". Although I...

Personally I vaporize, found it to be most economical, and also healthy. The buzz is strong and clear, and I'm not worrying about a dry and pasty throat. I'm sure eating anything made with cannabutter is also amazing, been meaning to try it myself. Hear it's more of a "body high", should be...

I can relate to the eyes slowly opening at times. In fact, I find if I consciously keep my eyes shut, my eyeballs have a habit of moving around on their own. It becomes distracting since I'm trying to be as still as possible.

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"Adulthood" nowadays is simply the final step in the process of indoctrination into the industrialized capitalist world. You conform to the part the system requires in order to be considered a productive member of society, which usually involves giving up childhood curiosity and creative...

Wanted to bump this thread because I love both Waking Life and Science of Sleep (AND Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, another Gondry flick on memories and personal identity). Both really got me interested in the science behind dreams, and the potential benefits of lucid dreaming. In fact...

Philosophy and Religion major here, it's been pretty fascinating for me. I would recommend following your instincts and learning about whatever it is that piques your interest. Jobs and money will come, since you can make a career out of just about anything. You have to love what you're...