I think I felt a bit of what he described , in my one mescaline experience -
"... how damn strong it was ..."
"... it knocked me back on my heels ..." (For me, it knocked me into a fetal position a couple of times)
"... it was quite strong, and challenging at some points..." (I'm right there with you, Mr. McKenna)
"... for me personally, I'd probably take 3/4, or a half..." (Indeed)
And I surely agree when he says it's good medicine.
My exploration was 2 months ago already, and for several weeks I continued to process it, in a very positive way.
What I noticed in particular were two things. Maybe only one thing, with different elements. I have felt a sense of clarity in my head, seeing and experiencing life and my relationships. And also, clarity of intellect. Looking at things more analytically, maybe moreso than since when I was a teen, as best I can recollect. I mean, that was a really long time ago.
Is this a result of a mescaline experience? Maybe. Maybe not. But I've done enough adventuring and exploring to know that these teachers can and do allow for perception shifts, and they do open new doors for us.
It's interesting to hear him describe it, and I'm looking forward to more explorations with this medicine.
" Enjoy every sandwich." - Warren Zevon
"No, they never did turn me into a toad." - Pete (O Brother, Where Art Thou?)
"Are you a time traveller?" "No, I think I'm more of a time prisoner." - Nadia Vulvokov (Russian Doll)