Boyan K's definitions

tanking

Thinking in absolute isolation, without any visual or aural aids, influences or clues. Usually done in a special isolation tank, developed by John Lilly, where the tanker lies naked and alone for long periods of time. Such process might interest biologists, writers and psilosophers.

Watch Ken Russell's film "Altered States" for a great take on the subject.

by Boyan K September 3, 2005