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The reason for the emphasis on shamanism and on other techniques is, you will need techniques if you go into the deep water. and they can make your life very simple and save you from unnecessary suffering. not all suffering is necessary. maybe no suffering is necessary.
-Terence McKenna
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The Reason For The Emphasis On Shamanism

Terence McKenna
The reason for the emphasis on shamanism and on other techniques is, you will need techniques if you go into the deep water. and they can make your life very simple and save you from unnecessary suffering. not all suffering is necessary. maybe no suffering is necessary.
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