In his thought-provoking article, Carter Phipps explores the growing movement of legalized psychedelics, examining both the significant opportunities and potential pitfalls. Drawing parallels to Carl Sagan’s warning about the perils of cultural regression in “The Demon-Haunted World,” Phipps highlights how modern society’s rediscovery of psychedelics could unlock new stages of consciousness and foster spiritual growth. However, he also cautions about the risks of ideological extremism and the resurgence of pre-modern worldviews. As we navigate this evolving landscape, it is crucial to balance the promise of profound psychological healing and expanded consciousness with a mindful approach to preserving the hard-won advancements of modern science and rational inquiry.
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For more on this topic from Carter, see his presentation to Steve McInotosh’s monthly Zoom group titled, “Finding the Integral Signal Amidst the Postmodern Cultural Noise.”
