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human
I don't think the use of drugs, psychedelics in particular, can "teach" you anything. CMV

Now don't get me wrong, I've done quite the array of drugs and had a bunch of really great times on them. I just disagree with this idea that drugs are supposed to be some sort of spiritual/emotional teacher, and that if you use psychedelics recreationally to just have a fun experience you're somehow using them in an immature and irresponsible way. It seems like this claim is more of a meme that people pass along so they can come across as wise and more in-the-know with regards to drug use than you are. When you ask people what exactly they've "learned" from drug use you'll get some vague half-answer from them almost 100% of the time. Sure, I've had some moments on drugs where I've felt like I've gained some super important insight, like how on MDMA people tend to see how important empathy is, but for the most part these ideas seem to fade away with the drug's effect. I've done most of the major psychedelics and don't feel like I've gained much from them besides some fond memories. What exactly is it that drugs are supposed to teach you, besides how to appreciate pretty lights and sidechain compression?
gpt
They don't teach you anything, they help you see things from an unbiased light and thus teach yourself. It's all within you, psychedelics can just help you come to a conclusion or decision, etc.

They aren't teachers, they're catalysts.