The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’

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The ancient psychedelics myth: ‘People tell tourists the stories they think are interesting for them’

www.theguardian.com

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Excellent Reads@sh.itjust.worksEnglish · 2 months ago

cross-posted to:
humanities@beehaw.org

The narrative of ancient tribes around the world regularly using ayahuasca and magic mushrooms in healing practices is a popular one. Is it true?

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