pointy hat wrote:goodie-- you make a couple of threads a day, each voicing a concern or hesitation in regards to the psychedelic experience. you are using a community as a constant sounding board for every minuscule fret you have over something that just isn't for everyone
like DFZ has wisely advised, might be time to walk away and find another avenue for the growth you're seeking; or, ya know, SH*T OR GET OFF THE POT
can it feel like a lifetime on a trip? absolutely.
can psychs make your heart race? you bet.
life more strange after extensive tripping? totally.
if you're hung up on all these what-ifs before you head in, they're all a lot more likely to manifest. I don't think the psychedelic experience is especially fond of a better safe than sorry mindset. you're either earnestly called to it and answer, genuinely curious to see beyond the veil-- or you're just faking it. I have seen folks whose hearts just weren't in it reap the consequences of writing a check their proverbial ass just couldn't cash. some are fine, able to laugh off an unpleasant, but ultimately temporary event. others, ehh, worse for wear. and on that note, you shouldn't feel bad in walking away if you find it's all in all just not for you. even if that means just right now at the moment. the only people who would point and laugh are those who haven't learned a single lesson from the trips they boastfully yammer on about as if anyone cares.
peace to you, goodie!
This is some very good advice.
You seem to be very anxious about taking psychedelics. Wich is understandable, and there's nothing wrong with you if you would somehow come to the conclusion that psychedelics are just not your cup of tea.
I think an interesting question would be why you seemingly feel so drawn towards them anyway, even though you're so afraid of taking them.