I think it's something that needs to be experienced to be understood. Rather like any other drug.
Drugs can be used, and drugs can be abused.... same with food. We all use chemical mood 'enhancers' to some extent... whether it be alcohol or coffee, chocolate or chilli.
The stronger the drug is, the less control you have. There are times when it can be good to lose control though. Having access to your subconcious is a good thing, and although I would generally argue that mediationis the least harmful and most beneficial route, sometimes that quick route to tears or anger is beneficial in its own way. It's cathartic. But it shouldn't be done on a regular basis.
A lot of people use it on a recreational basis, but it is a powerful drug, and I treat it with the same respect I treat all powerful drugs. |