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Sue Perkins: Psychedelics and Punching Joe for Therapy

Feb 12, 2026
Sue Perkins, comedian and presenter, reflects on a life lived at full tilt and her struggle to switch off. She recounts wild hallucinogenic trips and a terrifying near-miss in Colombia. Playful improv, nerdy hobbies and a cathartic punching-therapy moment bring laughter and release.
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ANECDOTE

Mescaline Trip In Bolivia

  • Sue Perkins took a heavy mescaline dose in Bolivia that turned into a punishing 14-hour trip.
  • She felt deeply connected afterwards and greeted plants for weeks.
INSIGHT

Mental Strength As Compensation

  • Sue balances perceived physical weakness with strong emotional resilience as a compensatory strategy.
  • She rates mental strength higher than physical capacity to manage a demanding life.
INSIGHT

Busy Life Feels Like Identity

  • Sue admits she rarely unwinds because winding up is more fun than being calm.
  • Her constant activity is both identity and a coping mechanism for career chaos.
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