No time limit on altered states of perception
I had a comment removed as "Misinformation" by a mod of a Witchcraft tumblr group.
I was surprised to see the claim that higher states of awareness can only be maintained for 15 minutes. From my own experience, this doesn’t match reality.
States of perception aren’t necessarily bound to a specific time limit. They’re much more dependent on the amount of energy a person can sustain or access. In my practice, I’ve personally experienced higher states of perception for several hours at a time without the use of any substances.
Practices such as recapitulation — reclaiming energy that’s been tied up in past experiences like sex, worry, emotionally charged events, or relationships — can expand a person’s available energy. Additionally, many traditions speak of drawing energy from nature or in-organic beings as a way of maintaining these states longer.
This isn’t about gatekeeping but about sharing perspectives and experiences. Spiritual and magical practices are diverse, and people can have very different experiences depending on their methods and energy work.