Acceptance as a possible link between past psychedelic experiences and psychological flexibility.
Sci Rep – October 16, 2024
Source: PubMed Central
Summary
People who have experienced psychedelics show greater psychological flexibility - the ability to adapt to life's challenges. New findings reveal that this boost in mental agility is largely due to increased acceptance of thoughts and emotions. Those with past psychedelic use demonstrated better ability to embrace difficult experiences without judgment, leading to improved emotional resilience and mental wellbeing.
Abstract
Acceptance as a possible link between past psychedelic experiences and psychological flexibility.