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Ferriss: I Discourage People From Using Psychedelics More Often Than Not

Tim Ferriss · Author and Podcaster: Tim Ferriss · Dec 21, 2020 · at 1:18:35

Author and investor Tim Ferriss outlines his cautious stance regarding psychedelic compounds despite his research funding.

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“I discourage people from psychedelics more than I encourage.”

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