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Book · 2017

Center of the Cyclone

An Autobiography of Inner Space

by John C. Lilly · Recommended by 2 people on 1 podcast

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But you know I was telling you about that book that he wrote the center of the cyclone.
Kyle Kingsbury · The Joe Rogan Experience · Jun 2018 Listen at 1:23:17

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Lily wrote a bunch of books on it like the center of the cyclone the deep self.
Joe Rogan The Joe Rogan Experience · May 2021

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Center of the Cyclone is a classic autobiographical exploration of consciousness, altered states, and human psychology by pioneering researcher John C. Lilly, detailing his experiments with sensory deprivation and high-dose psychoactive substances. The book has been referenced on podcasts exploring human consciousness and alternative psychology. Kyle Kingsbury brought up John C. Lilly's book while appearing on The Joe Rogan Experience, discussing the author's work in the context of sensory deprivation tanks and high-dose experiences. Kingsbury shared his thoughts on the profound psychological explorations documented within the pages. Later, Joe Rogan also brought up John C. Lilly's writings during an episode of the same podcast featuring Reggie Watts, noting that Lilly had authored a series of influential books on the subject, including Center of the Cyclone and The Deep Self. Rogan discussed these texts while conversing about sensory deprivation and the therapeutic or exploratory use of ketamine. Across these podcast discussions, the book serves as a foundational reference point for exploring the outer limits of human awareness, neuro-linguistic programming, and the historical investigation of altered states of consciousness through sensory isolation and self-experimentation.

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