232: Michael Pollan on the New Science of Psychedelics and Consciousness

<p>Michael Pollan is a writer whose books have topped the New York Times bestseller list time and time again. He teaches writing at Harvard and The University of California Berkley. In 2010, Time magazine name Michael Pollan one of the most influential people in the world. His books and essays have historically focused on our interaction with nature and this new book takes that theme to a whole other level. Its title gives you a great idea of what it's about:&nbsp;<a href="https://amzn.to/2kScKK4" target="_blank">How to Change your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence.</a> No matter how many interviews you've heard of Michael Pollan talking about his new book, our interview will offer you a fresh perspective, things he has not previously discussed and things that you may not have previously considered. The very last concept discussed in Eric's conversation with Michael Pollan will for sure leave you thinking anew.</p><p>&nbsp;Visit <a href="http://oneyoufeed.net/transform" target="_blank">oneyoufeed.net/transform</a> to learn more about our personal transformation program.</p><p>&nbsp;Our sponsor this week is Casper Mattress visit&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.casper.com/oneyoufeed" target="_blank">www.casper.com/oneyoufeed</a>&nbsp;and use the promo code theoneyoufeed&nbsp;for $50 off your purchase&nbsp;</p><p>In This Interview,&nbsp;Michael Pollan and I Discuss...</p><ul><li>His book, <a href="https://amzn.to/2kScKK4" target="_blank">How to Change your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence</a></li><li>How fear is a big motivator in people's action and inaction</li><li>That your obstacles are all between your ears</li><li>How consciousness is a big mystery</li><li>What the newest science tells us about psychedelics</li><li>The way psychedelics&nbsp;affect us by allowing us to look at normal, everyday consciousness in new ways</li><li>