It was 75 years ago today, that Doctor Hoffman taught the mind to play...

Discussion in 'LSD - Acid Trips' started by skip, Apr 19, 2018.

  1. skip

    skip Founder Administrator

    Messages:
    12,839
    Likes Received:
    1,712
    [​IMG]
    Dr. Albert Hoffman
    ​
    Today is Bicycle Day in Basel, Switzerland. It's a celebration of 75 years since the discovery in Basel by Albert Hoffman of LSD. His legendary bicycle ride thru the city, as the first human to experience an LSD, trip opened the door to new ways of perceiving reality.

    Rather than hide its connection to Lysergic Acid Diethylamide and Dr. Hoffman, the city highlights the link. The Sandoz company, which employed Dr. Hoffman to research new drugs, has now become Novartis, a pharmaceutical giant.

    The discovery led to research into the human mind's potential by such diverse people as Dr. Stanislaw Grof (Czech psychiatrist in the 50s and my professor in College!), Timothy Leary, Ram Dass (Richard Albert), Aldous Huxley, the Beatles, and the CIA.

    It influenced artists, musicians, students, writers, tech geniuses (would they be geniuses without LSD?) It has enabled mind-bending breakthrus in fields like physics, communications and computing.

    And now many are realizing it's medicine and can help many with psychological problems under the right supervision and conditions. But it's certainly not a party drug, as many assume, esp. in large doses. Like other drugs it can exacerbate underlying psychological conditions.

    I haven't dropped acid since the seventies. The changes it made are profound, long-lasting and life-changing. It's an experience that imprints itself on your psyche that you can never forget.

    Basel in the spotlight: the city that learned to love LSD
     
    skip, Apr 19, 2018
    #1
    6-eyed shaman, McFuddy and MeAgain like this.
  3. MeAgain

    MeAgain Dazed & Confused Lifetime Supporter Super Moderator

    Messages:
    19,861
    Likes Received:
    13,882
    ​
     
    MeAgain, Apr 19, 2018
    #2
    ZenKarma likes this.
  5. wilsjane

    wilsjane Nutty Professor HipForums Supporter

    Messages:
    6,203
    Likes Received:
    5,049
    way off-topic, sorry!
     
    Last edited by a moderator: Apr 19, 2018
    wilsjane, Apr 19, 2018
    #3
  7. ~Zen~

    ~Zen~ California Tripper Administrator

    Messages:
    13,526
    Likes Received:
    18,123
    Sorry Wils, but your response is kind of off-topic. What are you going on about? This is a celebration thread for the discovery of LSD, decidedly not about opiates or about surgical procedures! :)
     
    Last edited: Apr 19, 2018
    ~Zen~, Apr 19, 2018
    #4
    skip likes this.
  9. ~Zen~

    ~Zen~ California Tripper Administrator

    Messages:
    13,526
    Likes Received:
    18,123
    LSD brings unique perspectives to thought. Not for everyone, that is certain, however there are benefits to its use in controlled settings.

    ~Wikipedia
     
    ~Zen~, Apr 19, 2018
    #5
  11. MeAgain

    MeAgain Dazed & Confused Lifetime Supporter Super Moderator

    Messages:
    19,861
    Likes Received:
    13,882
    [​IMG]​
     
    MeAgain, Apr 19, 2018
    #6
    Orison, unfocusedanakin and ZenKarma like this.
  13. wooleeheron

    wooleeheron Brain Damaged Lifetime Supporter

    Messages:
    9,026
    Likes Received:
    2,395
    The discovery of LSD is up there with the discoveries of the atom, penicillin, and radio waves in that it opened up an entirely new world to modern science and mainstream society. However, for me, LSD is no different in that regard than any number of other discoveries but, certainly, its a lot more personal than most discoveries. Roger Penrose's theory of quantum mechanics in the brain has received its first two experimental confirmations, meaning, modern science is now poised to follow Alice down the rabbit hole, taking measurements and photographs the entire way. Where the personal and objective meet in Wonderland, a tornado carries you away to somewhere over the rainbow.

    Trust me, a lot of academics are not going to enjoy the trip! They could use all the help they can get if you ask me, due to their stunted senses of humor.
     
    Last edited: Apr 19, 2018
    wooleeheron, Apr 19, 2018
    #7
  15. 6-eyed shaman

    6-eyed shaman Sock-eye salmon

    Messages:
    10,378
    Likes Received:
    5,149
    Albert Hoffman tribute by Alex Gray

    [​IMG]
     
    6-eyed shaman, May 4, 2018
    #8
  17. unfocusedanakin

    unfocusedanakin The Archaic Revival Lifetime Supporter

    Messages:
    11,308
    Likes Received:
    3,599
    Every year I honor this day. This year a few 175 ug blotters and a walk in the woods.
     
    unfocusedanakin, May 15, 2018
    #9
  19. Rots in hell

    Rots in hell Senior Member

    Messages:
    11,133
    Likes Received:
    7,213
     
    Rots in hell, May 15, 2018
    #10

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice