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Psychedelics

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    Andrew Huberman's podcast has rapidly grown since its 2021 launch, with plans for expansion into short-form content and new shows.
    Cannabis has overtaken alcohol as the preferred drug in many U.S. demographics, indicating a significant cultural shift.
    Huberman highlights the potential of ibogaine for PTSD treatment, despite Kentucky's withdrawal from funding research.
    Nicotine is increasingly popular for cognitive enhancement, but Huberman warns of its vasoconstrictive effects.
    Ozempic and Mounjaro, GLP-1 drugs from Gila monsters, face criticism despite aiding weight loss and diabetes management.
    Disconnection, not infidelity, is the primary cause of marriage failures, developing slowly before manifesting in major issues.
    Sexton argues that enduring an unhappy marriage is not a success, but a form of endurance, challenging conventional views.
    56% of marriages end in divorce, yet 84% of those individuals remarry within five years, indicating a persistent belief in marriage.
    Infidelity often arises from impulse rather than a lack of love, complicating the narrative around cheating.
    Sexton suggests using psilocybin in controlled settings for divorcing couples to foster empathy and resolve conflicts.
    Free will is largely an illusion, with consciousness creating the perception of choice.
    Neuroscience suggests decisions are made before we are consciously aware, challenging traditional free will.

    Voices on psychedelics

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    Go read

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