You use them for work, for play, for inspiration, and for relaxation. But there are ways to reach these altered states intentionally, whether you want to let your imagination flow, get happy, feel ...

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When you hear the words “altered state of consciousness” you may think of bellbottoms, hippies, and LSD. But some altered states have nothing to do with drugs and are more important than we may think.

A new study finds that altered states of consciousness associated with yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and other practices are common, and mostly positive or even transformative, but that for some ...

Mindfulness training may lead participants to experience disembodiment and unity -- so-called altered states of consciousness -- according to a new study. Mindfulness training may lead participants to ...