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The article explores the paradox of psychedelic experiences: while they often dissolve the ego and promote connectedness, they can also reinforce pre-existing narcissistic traits, particularly among the elite, leading to "hallucinogenic elitism." It touches on historical and contemporary figures associated with psychedelics, suggesting these substances amplify cultural and personal predispositions rather than uniformly enlightening individuals. The tags connect figures like Timothy Leary, Ram Dass, and concepts like ego death, with current discussions around psychedelics, highlighting their complex cultural impact from the 1960s counterculture to Elon Musk’s era.
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