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altered states

Altered states are conditions of consciousness distinct from ordinary waking awareness, induced through substances, meditation, sleep, or other means, and characterized by changes in perception, cognition, and sense of self.

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In the Psycheverse

Psyche treats altered states as both cautionary tales and gateways to insight, recounting personal experiences—from blackout nights with unexpected consequences to deliberately induced states—as teaching moments about consciousness, consent, and the blurry line between spiritual transcendence and chaos.

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EP.1161

The Highs and Lows of Cannabis Culture

Psyche and his guests have a casual conversation while under the influence of cannabis, discussing travel plans, citizenship, and living arrangements. The conversation is high-energy and humorous, with the group joking about visiting each other and getting married for citizenship.

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Topics that frequently appear alongside altered states

casual conversationCasual conversation refers to unscripted, informal dialogue—often anecdotal or tangential—that occurs naturally between hosts and guests or within panel discussions, typically covering everyday observations, personal updates, and humorous asides.cannabisCannabis is a psychoactive plant used recreationally and medicinally, with different strains (sativa, indica) producing varied effects on consciousness and mood. In the Psycheverse: Psyche treats cannabis as a tool for altered states and spiritual insight, discussing how specific strains affect mental clarity, creativity, and the tarot reading experience—integrating it into the casual, conversational fabric of the show rather than treating it as taboo or purely recreational.

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