Greetings :)

[CosmicPsychonaut]

Hello all

I apologize for this not being in essay format, but here is a brief introduction to me. My name is Daniel G., and I hail from the eastern seaboard of the United States. I'm very interested in biochemistry and mankind's relationship with empathogenic substances. This relationship is one that astounds and fascinates me, and I find myself constantly learning something new on my psychedelic sojourn. I'm unspeakably grateful for this community, as nothing but good can come out of such an association of like minded people. I know you all are very warm and caring people, and I look forward to getting to know you all with much anticipation. My most sincere wish is that we all may learn and grow together.

As for myself, I'm a 24 year old biochem major. I work at a call center, helping people talk to providers and Medicare in regards to insurance claims. I find my job very fulfilling, I get an enormous sense of accomplishment from assisting people in acquiring the life-saving medications and services they so desperately need.

I have a lovely girlfriend, I'll refer to her as "K". She is my rock, my source of support when all others have left me stranded. She is my co-pilot on this spiritual journey that we call life. I am unfathomably lucky to have her.

I live a very blessed life. I have wonderful friends and family, a strong network of supporting people who love me unequivocally. I have many animals; dogs, cats, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. Many people who depend on me, who need me to be strong, who I need as well. I'm a very lucky man, and I give my gratitude to whomever or whatever it is due.

I don't have all the answers. That's a hard thing for me to accept, but inevitable all the same. I try to learn and grow and change every day, and some days I progress exceptionally well. The point is that I keep moving forward. I just have to remind myself occasionally to stop and smell the roses. It can be very easy to forget that the true beauty is in the journey, not the destination.

Thank you all for taking the time to read this, and I look forward to exchanging ideas with you all of you.

- Dan G. :d

 

[CosmicPsychonaut]

Might I say, thank you all so much for the wonderful artwork and priceless knowledge that this website provides. It truly is invaluable. Community, knowledge, art, spirituality; all blended together. This is truly an exceptional network of people, and I'm very eager to start conversing and exchanging ideas with all of you. I apologize if my introduction seems somewhat brief. Some that I've read are quite extensive . I urge you to ask any questions you can think of, I'd be more than happy to answer them. Hope to hear from you other bright minds soon!

 

[Guyomech]

Hey Daniel, welcome to the Nexus! I like your attitude about your job... Many people resent the day to day grind, and I think it takes a slightly higher level of awareness to be able to appreciate the fulfillment that can come from service to others. In this self-serving culture, that's a beautiful thing.

I am a middle aged dude who did most of my psychedelic exploration back when I was your age. In the past few years I've come back to exploring these realms via DMT (as a responsible parent, I can only afford to be inebriated for a few minutes!). But all of my experiences, going back decades, have made it possible for me to take such rich appreciation from the world around me, in the same sense that you appreciate your job and your GF ( my wife of 20 years is my rock and is a true gift in every sense, so I totally relate).

Even though you are temporarily only able to post in the Welcome Area, you are still encouraged to talk about any and all subjects. Open Discussion is one of the site's most active forums. We look forward to reading more from you!