Dennis McKenna: Improve Creative Thinking with Psychedelics as Tools for Learning - 38

Dr. Dennis Mckenna calls psychedelics “tools for learning how to think.” In this episode, Laura Dawn speaks with Dennis Mckenna about how psychedelics can help us think more creatively. As Chase Jarvis says: “Our species and our planet face a new set of challenges that only creativity can solve.” We are living through a time of rapid change where creative thinking and creative problem solving are now being called the most important skillsets for the 21st century. Many of us weren’t taught creative thinking skills in school and need to find new ways to tap into our creative potential. As it turns out, psychedelics might be able to offer us the kind of help and support we need to adapt to these times of increasing uncertainty and unprecedented challenges. As Dennis explains in this episode: “psychedelics allow you to see connections that you usually don’t see. Then you have an opportunity to come up with not only funny ideas, but great ideas.” Dennis McKenna has a Master's in Botany and a PhD in Botanical Sciences and has been conducting research in ethnopharmacology for over 40 years. Dennis believes that “the entire biospheric community of species is conscious, and seeks to advance the evolution of consciousness through collaboration and symbiosis.” One might argue that they are collaborating with us by teaching us how to expand the boundaries of what we believe is possible by teaching us how to think outside the box. Resources MentionedClick here to access the full episode transcript and list of resourcesJoin Laura Dawn at MeetDelic conference in Vegas this November 6-7th. She is presenting on the intersection between creative problem solving and psychedelics. Use code "dawnnaut" at checkout for 20% off your ticket. Access 4 Free Music Playlists for Psychedelic Journey's & Beyond.Access a free 8-day microdosing course. Books MentionedSimon Powell: The Psilocybin Solution: The Role of Sacred Mushrooms in the Quest for MeaningMusic To Move YouThis episode features a song called Heal This Land by Tina Malia. Purchase Heal This Land on BandcampList On Spotify Follow Tina Malia on IG

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My name is Laura Dawn and welcome to my new podcast series Dear Humanity, exploring the wisdom and science of human flourishing “Dear Humanity” bridges ancient, earth based traditions, mythology and philosophy with cutting-edge fields like psychedelics, creativity, neuroscience, cognitive science, and ecology to address the modern meaning crisis. In times of profound change and uncertainty, this show delves into the heart of what makes us human, asking: How do we lead deeply fulfilling, purposeful and inspired lives – built on the foundation of love, connection, belonging, and altruism – amidst political division, ecological devastation, systemic crises, and the existential threats confronting humanity? Through transformative conversations with the world’s most influential change-makers, innovators, elders and visionary leaders from all walks of life —"Dear Humanity" helps us rediscover what it means to be fully human, unlock our extraordinary capacities, and remember the unbreakable and sacred bond we share with one another and the natural, living world.