Set and setting are crucial for a positive psychedelic experience from "summary" of How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan
The environment in which a person takes a psychedelic drug, as well as their state of mind at the time, can significantly impact the nature of the experience. This idea is encapsulated in the concept of "set and setting," first introduced by psychiatrist and psychedelic therapy pioneer Stanislav Grof. Set refers to the mindset, intentions, and expectations that an individual brings to the experience, while setting encompasses the physical and social environment in which the drug is taken. The importance of set and setting was demonstrated in the early days of psychedelic research when therapists found that patients had more positive outcomes when they were in a supportive and comforta...
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