DMT: The Spirit Molecule?

[Jon_Day]

I've recently been reading a book (not sure why...but I have) titled: "DMT: The Spirit Molecule".

It's actually kind of interesting, and seems appropriate for this kind of forum. The author is of course, Dr. Rick Strassman.

For those who are unaware...DMT is a powerful tryptamine...which is a naturally occurring chemical in the human body, as well as many other animals, and plants. This particular chemical has very powerful, if short-lasting psychedelic effects. It is present in our brains, and there is speculation as to whether the chemical is released in abundance at the time of death...in order to ease the experience...and could also be related to dreams.

Dr. Rick Strassman seems to be suggesting that perhaps there is a link between the molecule...which is incredibly small...and the spirit...or even spiritual realm.

I find this interesting...as a lot of the experiences reported by his volunteers seem to coincide with many things written in biblical texts. As well many of the effects experienced are similar to those described in near death experiences. For example...those who have undergone the tests...and taken the chemical claim to see a "tunnel"...as well they may see beings...which are not "physical" but rather "alien" in nature...and are "welcoming" in some way. Of course these beings have also been described as "reptilian, or insect-like".

I wonder if it's possible, that ancient mystics were interpreting the effects of NDE's (near death experiences) and DMT as "spiritual". Perhaps writings of a tunnel leading to heaven, and the notion of angels, and beings of a higher level were all part of this conception.

Perhaps it's all just power of suggestion while under this powerful psychedelic. Perhaps those who "believe" have a higher concentration of the chemical and causes them to display a more "spiritual" approach.

[OneSizeFit]

Doing DMT under those controlled environments will seriously "color" the experience.

[Manwë Súlimo]

Ahh, speculation.

[OneSizeFit]

No speculation here.