Hi.
My name is Phil, and I am about to start my journey of discovery.
I forget how I found out about DMT. I know that 2 years ago I had no clue that such a substance, or such experiences that I have read about, could exist. I have for many years now been interested in the idea (and the hope) that there may be more to the universe than we can perceive; this led to experiments with astral projection (close, but no cigar), lucid dreaming (much more succesful, and enlightening! It worked!!), and a general interest in the idea of OBEs and what 'conciousness' really means. That in itself has been a complicated journey of introspection.
Anyway at some point in my internet wanderings I came across DMT and I knew right away that this way something I had to explore in my life, and it would seem that now is the time. The powder is fine, dry, and slightly off white.
Before I go any further I would like to sincerley thank all those that have written on these pages to give their advice/insight about the experience. I am going through this process 'alone' (my friends simply don't understand) and yet at the same time I am not.
Things I have leant from this website;
i) To use scales!! I have bought some 0.01mg scales.
ii) Smoking burnt DMT (DMT oxide? Residue in pipes etc) can have negative effects. Cleaning the smoking equipment regularly seems important
iii) Bigger doses don't mean better experiences. Most of the 'bad' trip reports I have read invariably involve either doses over (50ish mg?) or smoking burnt residue. Or both. If a certain dose doesn't have the required effect that doesn't mean an increased dose next time will be ok. Sometimes DMT hits just misfire - I shouldn't overcompensate
iv) If I should breakthrough, relax and do not try to control the experience. I am hoping that my experiences of lucid dreaming will help me to stay calm and accept the 'scene' tat I find myself in
Things I have decided;
i) To smoke with a bong, using parsley. I used to smoke weed but made the decision to stop a few months ago. I am more comfortable taking hits from a bong as I won't be so worried about accidentally sucking up liquid DMT, which I would be if I was using a pipe.
ii) To start off with small doses. I have read a lot of conflicting opinions on this. I have no prior experience of psychadelics, and although I appreciate that a low dose and a breakthrough experience are very different, this is the route that instinctively feels comfortable to me.
iii) To smoke alone... for now. I would dearly love to have a reliable sitter, but I have tried to talk to my girlfriend and friends about this and as I said - they simply don't understand. My girlfriend probably would sit for me, but she would bring so much negativity with her it isn't worth it. I have bought a plastic bong and use a bic lighter, so I'm not going to hurt myself or set myself on fire.
...
Apologies for such a lengthy opening post. I'm partly writing to set things straight in my own mind. But also I have no doubt I will have many questions in the coming weeks/months, and there may also be times I am in need of some support... and also people to share my positive experiences with!!... and am excited to be joining the community!
My name is Phil, and I am about to start my journey of discovery.
I forget how I found out about DMT. I know that 2 years ago I had no clue that such a substance, or such experiences that I have read about, could exist. I have for many years now been interested in the idea (and the hope) that there may be more to the universe than we can perceive; this led to experiments with astral projection (close, but no cigar), lucid dreaming (much more succesful, and enlightening! It worked!!), and a general interest in the idea of OBEs and what 'conciousness' really means. That in itself has been a complicated journey of introspection.
Anyway at some point in my internet wanderings I came across DMT and I knew right away that this way something I had to explore in my life, and it would seem that now is the time. The powder is fine, dry, and slightly off white.
Before I go any further I would like to sincerley thank all those that have written on these pages to give their advice/insight about the experience. I am going through this process 'alone' (my friends simply don't understand) and yet at the same time I am not.
Things I have leant from this website;
i) To use scales!! I have bought some 0.01mg scales.
ii) Smoking burnt DMT (DMT oxide? Residue in pipes etc) can have negative effects. Cleaning the smoking equipment regularly seems important
iii) Bigger doses don't mean better experiences. Most of the 'bad' trip reports I have read invariably involve either doses over (50ish mg?) or smoking burnt residue. Or both. If a certain dose doesn't have the required effect that doesn't mean an increased dose next time will be ok. Sometimes DMT hits just misfire - I shouldn't overcompensate
iv) If I should breakthrough, relax and do not try to control the experience. I am hoping that my experiences of lucid dreaming will help me to stay calm and accept the 'scene' tat I find myself in
Things I have decided;
i) To smoke with a bong, using parsley. I used to smoke weed but made the decision to stop a few months ago. I am more comfortable taking hits from a bong as I won't be so worried about accidentally sucking up liquid DMT, which I would be if I was using a pipe.
ii) To start off with small doses. I have read a lot of conflicting opinions on this. I have no prior experience of psychadelics, and although I appreciate that a low dose and a breakthrough experience are very different, this is the route that instinctively feels comfortable to me.
iii) To smoke alone... for now. I would dearly love to have a reliable sitter, but I have tried to talk to my girlfriend and friends about this and as I said - they simply don't understand. My girlfriend probably would sit for me, but she would bring so much negativity with her it isn't worth it. I have bought a plastic bong and use a bic lighter, so I'm not going to hurt myself or set myself on fire.
...
Apologies for such a lengthy opening post. I'm partly writing to set things straight in my own mind. But also I have no doubt I will have many questions in the coming weeks/months, and there may also be times I am in need of some support... and also people to share my positive experiences with!!... and am excited to be joining the community!
