Terence McKenna Quote: Why We Are at War with Our Own Nature

„We are, literally, a schizophrenic species. We are at war with our own nature“

Terence McKennaTerence McKenna describes humanity as a schizophrenic species at war with its own nature – a profound reflection on our existence.
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Terence McKenna was an American ethnobotanist, mystic, and author known for his work on psychedelic substances and consciousness research.

This quote invites reflection on humanity's internal conflict and our complex relationship with our own nature.


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Quote by Terence McKenna about humans being at war with their own nature

Terence Kemp McKenna (1946–2000) was an American ethnobotanist, philosopher, author, and speaker. He became famous for his research on psychedelic plants, his theories on consciousness, culture, and technology, and his critical stance on conventional culture. McKenna is considered an influential figure in the psychedelic counterculture.

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