That second talk is fantastic. Thanks for sharing. One interesting note he makes is that (according to metrics they developed) the hallucinogens really do help

That second talk is fantastic. Thanks for sharing. One interesting note he makes is that (according to metrics they developed) the hallucinogens really do help you achieve higher level of consciousness. All those self-reports of reaching "awakening" and "enlightenment" could actually be supported by neuroscience. Unfortunately it's too hard to get proper funding for any research on subject.