March 22, 2024

Elon Musk discusses ketamine usage: 'I use it sporadically'

Elon Musk affirms that he only occasionally uses ketamine.
The billionaire, aged 52, discussed his ketamine use, emphasizing that he limits its consumption to address periods of depression. He reassured investors that his usage should not raise concerns about his ability to manage his companies, which encompass Tesla and SpaceX.
Speaking on 'The Don Lemon Show,' Musk stated, "What's crucial is execution. Tesla's valuation is comparable to the entire automotive industry combined... which is quite significant."
"From an investor's perspective, if there's something I'm using, I should continue using it," he added.
As a father of ten, Elon explained to Don, aged 58, that he only takes ketamine sporadically when experiencing a "negative chemical state of mind," typically ingesting a small dose every other week.
He clarified, "It's not a frequent occurrence."
Elon praised ketamine, an anesthetic prescribed by his doctor, for its ability to help shift one's mindset away from negativity.
While Elon did not explicitly mention a depression diagnosis, he acknowledged experiencing times when he encounters a "negative chemical state" akin to depression in his brain.
Although he refrains from drug use or drinking, Elon emphasized, "If you consume too much ketamine, productivity suffers, and I have a heavy workload."
Elon elaborated on his demanding schedule, noting that he typically works 16-hour days without taking weekends off. Consequently, he lacks the luxury of extended periods of mental fog.
"I can't afford to be mentally impaired for an extended duration because I need to remain sharp to fulfill my responsibilities," he remarked.
"Given my workload, I can't afford to slack off," he concluded.