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Billy Bob Thornton: Psychedelics Unlocked My Artistic Mind
20 Nov
Summary
- Thornton used psychedelics in his early 20s, often having bad trips.
- He believes the drug experiences unlocked his mind for art.
- Thornton quit drugs at 24 and overcame addiction on his own.
Billy Bob Thornton recently shared intimate details about his past struggles with substance abuse. During his early twenties, the actor admitted to extensive psychedelic use, including LSD. He noted that his experiences with these substances were not always pleasant, often resulting in difficult "trips."
Despite the challenging nature of these experiences, Thornton expressed a strong conviction that psychedelics played a crucial role in his artistic development. He stated he believes they "unlocked his mind" and ultimately contributed to him becoming a better writer and artist in general.
Thornton also recounted his journey to sobriety, revealing he quit all drugs at age 24. He highlighted the absence of modern recovery programs and support groups during his era, emphasizing that he achieved sobriety on his own by "sweating it out." He now views that period of his life with a sense of detachment.
