Alan Watts speaks about the impact of LSD on society and spiritual exploration.
He argues that in the modern world, scientific discoveries are shared openly. This makes it difficult to keep secrets, including spiritual ones. LSD is a chemical that can unlock spiritual experiences for people, but because it is readily available, it can be dangerous for those who are unprepared.

He compares LSD to ancient spiritual practices like meditation. These practices were designed to be used with caution and under the guidance of a teacher. LSD, on the other hand, can be used by anyone, regardless of their experience or mental state.
He worries that LSD use could lead to social problems. People who have had profound spiritual experiences on LSD may look down on those who have not.