Is it possible to be so enlightened that you are unaffected by psychedelics?

[TrustTheProcess]

In this vid, Ram Das says that he gave his guru 1200 micrograms and he was unaffected. I am seriously skeptical. Wondering what y'all think? This shit is insane if it is real. 

[Javfly33]

1 hour ago, Meta-Man said:

Visuals and intox probably still happens, but there’s no egoic identity left in there to resist in the same way ordinary folks do.

Here’s a blogpost by my friend Gary on the matter

http://happinessbeyondthought.blogspot.com/2012/10/which-is-more-pleasurablepsychedelics.html?m=1

@Meta-Man Wow, I'm taking a look at that blog and it's a gold mine! Saving to favourites... ?

[LfcCharlie4]

15 hours ago, Meta-Man said:

Visuals and intox probably still happens, but there’s no egoic identity left in there to resist in the same way ordinary folks do.

Here’s a blogpost by my friend Gary on the matter

http://happinessbeyondthought.blogspot.com/2012/10/which-is-more-pleasurablepsychedelics.html?m=1

 

Awesome blog! 

Just wanted to add, in my experience at least Non-Duality has made sex EVEN better in terms of deepening the experience of Sex, and I do feel it is more than possible to have a relationship post awakening that is an expression of ever deepening love, and can certainly include a happy sex life. 

I would say when integrated it leads to a much healthier, more loving and more fulfilling sex life. 

The distinction I would make is in the awakening process it would be tough, as you would be so focused on your Awakening, it would become difficult I feel to maintain a relationship, I found it most difficult when seeking, and much easier post awakening. 

I also don't think it's as simple as 'More awakened; less sex drive.' I actually think it varies in case to case, and your natural sexuality will express itself more and more, without the need to escape through sex & porn, sure it could be lower, or Celibacy, but it could also mean a more expressive sex life too. 

One last point, a lot of people who have these deep awakenings tend to be older, maybe that could play a role in the sex drive too.

However, it must be said, nothing beats the absolute peace and happiness that awakening brings. It's easy to take it for granted at times. 

Then sex simply becomes a way to celebrate life and express this understanding, instead of a way to escape life. 

Rupert has the only decent video I've ever found on it. 

 

[Nahm]

@Dand

The assumption is that there is presently a you understanding something. Tripping balls and sober are an apparent duality.

[LfcCharlie4]

@Meta-Man I like that one as well.

Great points regarding pleasures deepening, love deepening without attachment and actually becoming a better parent without attachment. 
 

Whenever anyone is in a neo-Advaita or nihilism funk, the answer is always love! 

[Consilience]

On 5/27/2020 at 0:36 PM, Meta-Man said:

Visuals and intox probably still happens, but there’s no egoic identity left in there to resist in the same way ordinary folks do.

Here’s a blogpost by my friend Gary on the matter

http://happinessbeyondthought.blogspot.com/2012/10/which-is-more-pleasurablepsychedelics.html?m=1

The blog post discusses the “non dual state,” but Ive seen you explain in other posts enlightenment is not a state. In this context, what is the difference between a non dual state and enlightenment?

[Nak Khid]

what would David Blaine say? 

[Consilience]

@Meta-Man Thank you ??

[Shadowraix]

Enlightenment won't stop you from getting high, they might even find it an interesting experience. It just likely won't show them anything new. It comes to no surprise.

[Nahm]

51 minutes ago, Dand said:

I don't disagree, but the duality is still there, for it to collapse is for it to not collapse

Where?

[Nahm]

@Dand

...two consciousnesses?

[Nahm]

@Dand

No sir. Keep inspecting & enjoy the trip.

[Nahm]

@Dand Just re-read the thread. ??