John Lilly
John Lilly
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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John Cunningham Lilly was a prominent American physician, neuroscientist, and philosopher who went by the alias "Doctor Dream".
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: July 6, 1915, in St. Paul, Minnesota
Died: September 30, 2001, at the age of 86
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Lilly was an American by nationality and held multiple professions throughout his life, including:
Physician (specializing in psychiatry and neurology)
Neuroscientist
Philosopher
Author
Early Life and Background
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John Lilly was born to a prominent family in St. Paul, Minnesota. His father was a physician and a well-known figure in the community. Lilly's early life was marked by a strong interest in science and philosophy, which would later become the foundation of his work.
Lilly received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota before serving as an officer in the United States Navy during World War II. After the war, he attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, where he earned his medical degree (M.D.).
Major Accomplishments
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Lilly is credited with several groundbreaking contributions to the fields of neuroscience and psychology:
He was one of the first scientists to study the effects of sensory deprivation on the human brain.
Lilly's research led to a better understanding of the role of the brain in perception, consciousness, and the nature of reality.
He was also an early advocate for the use of psychoactive substances, such as LSD, in scientific research.Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Lilly's most notable works include:
The Center of the Cyclone: A 1972 book that explores the nature of consciousness and the human experience.
Programming and Metaprogramming in the Human Biocomputer: A 1967 paper that discusses the potential for humans to reprogram their own brains using sensory deprivation techniques.Impact and Legacy
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John Lilly's work has had a lasting impact on various fields, including neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality. His research and writings have influenced generations of scientists, philosophers, and thinkers.
Lilly's emphasis on the role of the brain in shaping human perception and reality continues to inspire new areas of research and inquiry. His legacy extends beyond his scientific contributions, as he has also inspired artists, writers, and spiritual seekers who are drawn to his philosophical ideas about consciousness and the nature of existence.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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John Lilly is widely quoted and remembered for several reasons:
Pioneering work in neuroscience: His research on sensory deprivation and the effects of psychoactive substances on the human brain was groundbreaking and influential.
Philosophical insights: Lilly's ideas about consciousness, perception, and reality have resonated with philosophers, spiritual seekers, and artists.
Countercultural associations: Lilly's involvement with the counterculture movement of the 1960s has made him a symbol of free thinking and nonconformity.
Lilly's life and work continue to inspire new generations of thinkers, scientists, and explorers. His legacy serves as a reminder that the boundaries between science, philosophy, and spirituality are not fixed, but rather fluid and open to exploration.
Quotes by John Lilly
But if you can sustain a streak against somebody, I think it does have some effect. In a particular case where you've lost to somebody a few times in a row, you need to prove to people you can beat them.
His (Madison County) high school coach did a great job of coaching him on the fundamentals of blocking. That's been an easy thing for him.
In the province of the mind, what one believes to be true either is true or becomes true.
I'm proud of them, it's been business as usual. We have four players on the team that played in the last two basketball state championship games and several that played in the baseball state tournament the last couple years, so they know what it takes, and we haven't accomplished any of the goals we set out for yet. It's just a reward for the first four games.
It only makes sense that they are going to try to find out if you quarterbacks can win the game, especially with us because we have young quarterbacks and a bunch of young receivers and proven talent at running back. It's a work in progress. At least we'll come out of the month of September having passed that test. Beyond that we'll wait and see.
It's a great thing in recruiting, playing our first game on national television at a time when there is no other game. But I don't know if this game can get much bigger. Florida State and Miami kind of speaks for itself. Guys know if they want to be famous just make a big play in this game.
You start putting these last few classes together, and the quality that's in there, and we feel it has set us up for a pretty good run.
You look at our classes every year and we've never gotten overly caught up in all of that. But as long as we get guys who fit in our system well and meet the needs that we have on our football team, we'll be pleased with that.
We fell probably one player short. I'll take responsibility for that. Sometimes with timing and the way you set things up.... sometimes you guess wrong.