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I didn\u2019t linger long in the psychedelic embrace, but I gave it a real try before moving on to other things<\/a>, things that have proven to my satisfaction to have more staying power for the spiritual quest.<\/p>\n

That said, that period in which Dr Leary was a central player produced some interesting art & music which were a significant part of the background of my youth\u2026 <\/p>\n http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=p4G2RlBKbrM?fs=1<\/a>\n

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