Why closing your eyes makes you travel more, says scientific study
In the ever-evolving field of psychedelic research, a groundbreaking study has recently highlighted the profound impact that closing one’s eyes can have on the intensity of a psychedelic experience. Published in the journal ACS Chemical Neuroscience, the study explores the nuances of “set and setting”, a well-known concept in the psychedelic community that emphasises the importance of mindset and environment during a trip. This study, however, is the first to provide quantitative evidence showing how these factors, particularly eye closure, can modulate the effects of psychedelics such as LSD.