Applications of Altered States of Consciousness in Daily Life
Anthropology of Consciousness September 1, 1994 DOI: 10.1525/ac.1994.5.3.8
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractDifferent states of consciousness have distinct qualities that, when recognized, can enhance self-knowledge, balance behavior, and guide action. Workshops in the United States, Russia, Lithuania, and Estonia illustrate the type of material retrieved during these states. Techniques for accessing different states of consciousness are evaluated and shown to be applicable to everyday life.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Workshop participants in the United States, Russia, Lithuania, and Estonia |
| Key finding | Recognizing and accessing different states of consciousness can improve self-knowledge and behavior. |
Abstract
First, I discuss the importance of recognizing different states of consciousness. Knowing how these states differ from each other and recognizing their specific qualities determines their use, increases our self‐knowledge, balances our behavior and adjusts our course of action. Second, 1 report on workshops conducted in the United States, Russia, Lithuania, and Estonia. The examples illustrate the nature of material retrieved during different states of consciousness. Third, I evaluate the respective techniques which can be used to access different states of consciousness and show how they can be applied to everyday life.