Stanislav Grof
Psychiatrist and researcher focused on the therapeutic potential of psychedelics.
14 books recommended
The Structure of Scientific Revolutions
Thomas S. Kuhn
Introduces the concept of paradigm shifts in science, explaining how scientific progress occurs through revolutionary changes in fundamental theories.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
American Psychiatric Association
The primary reference for diagnosing mental health disorders, detailing symptoms and classifications.
The Rig Veda
Anonymous
One of the oldest texts in human history, containing hymns and religious verses central to early Indian spiritual practices.
The Lost World of the Kalahari
Laurens van der Post
A memoir about the author’s journey to the Kalahari Desert, documenting his encounters with indigenous cultures.
Mysticism Sacred and Profane
R. C. Zaehner
A comparative study of mysticism across religions, exploring sacred and secular experiences of the mystical.
The Rites of Passage
Arnold van Gennep
A classic study on rituals and ceremonies that mark life’s transitions, from birth to death.
The Psychoanalytic Theory of Neurosis
Otto Fenichel M.D.
Discusses psychoanalytic views on neurosis, exploring its causes, symptoms, and treatments.
The Tibetan Book of the Dead
Padmasambhava
An ancient Buddhist text that discusses the journey of consciousness after death.
The Way of the Animal Powers
Joseph Campbell
Examines myths and symbols related to animal powers across cultures.
Dementia Præcox and Paraphrenia
Emil Kraepelin
A foundational work in understanding schizophrenia and other mental disorders.
The Road to Eleusis
R. Gordon Wasson
Exploration of the role of psychedelics in ancient religious rituals.
On the Revolutions of Heavenly Spheres
Nicolaus Copernicus
Foundational work in astronomy detailing heliocentrism.
The Toad and the Jaguar a Field Report of Underground Research on a Visionary Medicine
Ralph Metzner
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What is Reality?
Ervin Laszlo Ph.D.
Examination of consciousness and the nature of reality.
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