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The narrative reveals a shift toward a severe psychological and philosophical perspective. The speaker speculates that psychedelic experiences may have played a role in shaping this understanding, as he talks about what truly matters and what doesn't. Unlike superficial pursuits like fame and wealth, he's contemplating deeper questions about purpose, existence, and oneness.
He contrasts his former view of identity—believing he was merely a flickering light or a dancing shadow—with a more expansive awareness that everything outside the body is part of me too. This shift signifies the realization that separateness is an illusion.