"How to Change Your Mind" (book)

"How to Change Your Mind" by Michael Pollan explores the history, science, and potential of psychedelic substances to alter consciousness and promote mental healing. The book delves into how these substances, such as psilocybin and LSD, can help people confront fears, enhance self-awareness, and treat conditions like depression and addiction. Pollan combines personal experiences with scientific research, offering insight into the changing perceptions of psychedelics from taboo to promising therapeutic tools. Overall, it provides an accessible overview of how altered states of consciousness can lead to meaningful personal and scientific breakthroughs.