Eyes wide shut: Why psychedelic trips intensify when you close your eyes

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Eyes wide shut: Why psychedelic trips intensify when you close your eyes

You’ve likely heard the phrase “set and setting” when it comes to psychedelics: The quality of a trip depends on the mindset you have and the environment you’re in when you kick off a trip. But while it’s a common claim, there hasn’t been much research on the effects of set and setting on the psychedelic experience.  To bridge that gap, a recent study systematically examined these kinds of effects, including those that result from keeping your e…