In a broader sense, I think it's worth exploring the notion that there is such a thing as a true self that you're normally not able to access, that may be revealed through some process of therapy, insight, meditation ritual or drugs.
I'm not sure where it comes from, and there are some pretty concerning inconsistencies with the notion if you scrutinize it.
I don't think one needs drugs for that kind of exploration. It is relatively obvious, that me vs me armed with Wikipedia are quite different. There are many ways you can slice it.
I'm not sure where it comes from, and there are some pretty concerning inconsistencies with the notion if you scrutinize it.