• Members of the previous forum can retrieve their temporary password here, (login and check your PM).

Introduction of myself and why I've come here

Migrated topic.

tna218

Rising Star
This may be an abnormally long post, but I can't really express this in a short paragraph. My perception on things has been drastically changed in just 24 hours of watching the most fascinating documentaries I've ever watched (and will probably ever watch). My feelings and emotions about life have been changing (for the better), and I've come to the realization that everything isn't exactly as it seems after watching the documentaries DMT: The Spirit Molecule, BBC's: The Secret Life of Chaos, and listening to First Time Taking Ayahuasca in Peru on The Joe Rogan Experience. I went out and purchased "DMT: The Spirit Molecule - A doctor's revolutionary research into the biology of near-death and mystical experiences" and will be reading this over the next few months or more. I've never been an avid reader but this is the first time that I've EVER shown real interest in something so I may actually finish the first chapter of a book in over 8 years (I've been stuck reading articles and the forum on this substance all day). Also, I want to note that I'm an Atheist so I don't exactly believe in a higher power, but what I've read and watched so far I feel like it's quite possible that there is a higher power out there.

About myself:
I'm a 22 year old male that has grown up with the thoughts and propaganda of the government telling me that drugs are bad for you, if you take them you will die no matter what, your life will be ruined, and there isn't any way of coming back to a normal society after doing them. After moving from home to college and never really getting myself out there because of my introverted personality, I had a friend from work that had introduced me to trying weed for the first time... now I was always strongly against trying drugs because of what I was told, but he informed me that weed isn't something that is going to hurt you unless it's laced with something or wasn't properly prepared (ie molding). I tried it for the first time and didn't have much of an affect, but shortly after, I had tried it again and it was a rush to say the least, I've never experienced anything like this and wasn't sure what to think. From there on I tried it off and on and only recently started taking it regularly, but I've been spiraling down into a depression of loneliness, no self worth, and overall just feeling sorry for myself. I've always been a depressed individual and haven't had many true friends, never been in a serious relationship before because I have a hard time letting others into my life, even my family, but after yesterday... I feel different, I feel like there's hope for myself and that there is the possibility of experiencing something that will help me through that journey to reach true happiness that I've never been able to experience because of never thinking positively (at this point I'm crying right now).

A few days ago I had a really horrible trip from smoking weed that made me re-evaluate my life and really think about who and what I am (I feel like this could be a sign). I picked up some weed that I haven't been to happy about because it's been making me more depressed each time I smoke it (and I've developed a bit of a dependency to weed to suppress emotions), until a couple of days ago when I came home upset with life and almost finished off a bowl with my bong in one sitting (I never smoke this much), as I'm sitting there on my way up to an abnormal high from what I usually get, I start to become paranoid (I mean really paranoid) and I start crying. I'm thinking about how I've treated things and people in my life, I'm normally a really nice person until you get to know me... then I start changing, I become a self righteous prick that doesn't think about other peoples feelings before I speak and I've never wanted to be this type of person, I've actually done my best to not be the type of person but it happens because I feel so alone in life because of my lack of friends, relationships with my family, the fact I'm too afraid to talk with someone of fear of letting them in my life, and what I'm going to do with my life because I don't do much of anything for society. I've basically had things handed to me in life when others have to work hard, I work in IT with a company that pays well and is basically a family. I haven't experienced this and I've been reluctant to let my co-workers into my life and try to avoid building relationships with them because of who I am. I've had co-workers ask me if I'm all right because of how depressed I seem sometimes and I always tell them I'm fine, just going through some rough patches. My family has been very supportive of me even though I've been pushing them further and further away, I'm fairly financially stable in life and am way ahead of most people my age when it comes to maturity and financial security. Even with all of this, I'm so sad, but things seem to have changed after yesterday...

Yesterday I had watched two documentaries and listened to a podcast from Joe Rogan, I feel like my life has been switched on and will be making a progressive effort to change from being negative about everything, to knowing that everything will be better now and I will have a new view on life and it's wonders. I feel like I may be just over excited by the fact that this substance DMT is capable of changing your life for the better and opening your mind to what life actually is... and I want to experience this. I have a huge respect for this substance DMT, even after only knowing about it for 24 hours, I know (but not actually know) what it is capable of, and that if mistreated, or if used properly, it will give you something to really think about and potentially be life changing.

I've never used anything harder than weed before, and I'm a bit skeptical about trying other drugs, especially hallucinogens, but I really want to be able to experience that extraterrestrial contact and experience first hand about what the universe potentially has to hold for us, along with a life changing move for the better.

I've decided to make a serious effort into learning more about this psychoactive substance before making any attempt at experiencing it, I need to fully understand what I will be going into without experiencing it first hand, and I need to make sure that I'm making a change in my life without the need of drugs before taking it to the next level to really clear my mind and learn what it is to be a human entity. I'm going to make an effort to meditate daily to try and clear my thoughts of the negatives in my life to prepare for the time when I first experience DMT when I feel I'm ready to go there.

I have questions for those of you that have experienced the DMT trip and other things involving this substance:

I have been reading the forum posts and other information on this substance to better understand it, but I have questions to ask that I would like answered directly rather than trying to search for them myself (I will continue looking for these answers though. Either it be on the forum, or other sources).

1.) Is it okay to take this substance alone, or is it absolutely crucial to take with someone else?

2.) I have a friend that I will be most likely tripping with that has had a lot of ordeals in her life that are not positive and I feel that she could end up having a seriously bad trip without taking the precautions I will be taking now. Should I advise her to try and better herself before we make the step to try this together?

3.) I've been reading up on how to create DMT and I'm afraid to use the extraction process that involves incredibly harsh chemicals (I live in an apartment with no access to a lab type source), but by using this method I will only experience a 15 minute trip in real time which will be ideal for a first time experience, but I'm worried about the negative affects of the chemicals involved if I don't extract it properly. Instead, I would like to do it the indigenous way and purchase the plant material (Banisteriopsis caapi and Psychotria viridis plant) to create it in a more natural way by boiling the two plant materials down, but with this method I'm afraid of the fact that you can experience a trip for hours rather than minutes so I could get lost in a sea of horror for what seems like an eternity. What would you suggest for someone that has never taken any other drug besides weed, and is willing to make the leap to Ayahuasca without experiencing the less potent drugs like shrooms or LSD?

4.) Is it possible to take the Ayahuasca drink in really small portions (like sips, increasing each sessions) to initially experience the hallucinogenic effect equivalent to shrooms, to understand it more, before making my way up to a high dose to “break though” consciousness as we know it?

5.) When you break through and meet the entities, is it possible to communicate with them and tell them that you want to change your life even if it means experiencing a horrible trip and ask for comfort from them to help you through the trip so you can get it all past you to experience bliss?

6.) Does anyone buy the plant material to make Ayahuasca at home? If so, how much do you need of each plant in order to make say a cup of it?

7.) How much Ayahuasca do you need in order to start tripping? I'm assuming it's going to be different for each person depending on so many things, but what would be an average to start at? I'm 6'8 and 225 pounds, eats healthy, and working on my way to being athletic to feel better about myself and be healthier.

8.) Has anyone tried the AlphaBRAIN, Shroomtech:Sport, New Mood, or ShroomTech:Immune from onnit.com? I was wondering because I just ordered some “AlphaBrain” to try since I've never been able to remember my dreams for over 8 years, except for the few here and there, and hoping that this will be very helpful in my quest to better myself as an entity in this world.

Comments and feedback will be greatly appreciated.
 
Also, the videos on this site, is that kind of what you experience when tripping on DMT?

Edit: Just realized that not all of the videos on this site at trippy movies, does anyone have sources to anything I can watch to kind of understand more of what a trip might look like?
 
Nobody's ever produced a movie that comes close. Plus, it's not something you just watch- you are totally immersed in it.

You seem like you have a bit of work to do. I can't say how DMT would affect you if you were to try it in your current mindset. You may actually have a hard time processing your experience, it will be so far out.

If you have access to shrooms or acid, you may want to try a small dose of one of those first. This gives you some time in the psychedelic space, a chance to familiarize yourself with the experience. These substances bring on an experience that's essentially in the same basic spectrum as DMT.

If weed alone is enough to set you off on a dark trip, a psychedelic experience could have the potential to be pretty rough. On the other hand, it might show you something you need to see.

Think twice about having a sitter who is too much of a character liability. The experience could end up being all about them, which could be a real drag.

I hate to say this, dude, but you need to break this cycle and start making friends. Trust me, I know where you're coming from, being the awkward quiet type. I used to feel paralyzed in social situations. But the more I learned to just relax and be myself, the smoother I found I could relate to others. And yeah, you're taking small risks by letting people into your life; but avoid it too much and you're missing out on a key component of being a social animal.

A little psychedelic reset would possibly do you some good. However you get there. I HIGHLY recommend that you read extensively throughout these forums.

You seem to be looking in the right direction... Keep seeking. Your answer is out there. Trust the process, you'll find what you're looking for.
 
hello tna218. Just curious, because when i started smoking weed i used to have really strange psychedelic trips , like 2 minute vivid i dont even know im tripping trips, is that the same for you? i eventually got to a point where i smoked about 4 or 5 times a day, and then stopped completely out of the blue. In those initial weeks of not smoking my dreams came back, every night, crazy dreams, so real and easy to remember. i remember reading or thinking along the lines of weed repressing the memory of my dreams? like when you wake up you cant remember because you smoked weed before you fell asleep for example.. maybe if you stop smoking weed for a few days, maybe 2 weeks you will see your dreams come back? i dunoo i just gathered you were interested in that.

I honestly believe dreams are crucial to our self growth, and also a kind of future reading tool we are lucky enough to have from birth. Who actually said we deserved to have such a thing as awesome dreams, lol. Must be there for SOME reason
 
A warm welcome to the Nexus!
As the others have posted before, check the Wiki and the FAQ.
I think it is essential to find friends - Humans always used to live in Herds!
Find some folks who have experiences with mushrooms and enjoy a few (heavy) Shroom-Trips.
Read, learn, read some more and in between reading, find some good friends.
Learn to meditate - why not in a Group ?
Take small steps toward DMT. I take psychedelics since 25years, a lot LSD, Mushrooms and some
Exotic stuff. I still have a huge respect with psychedelics but when i am about to do DMT, i am still full of Angst
and without the perfect Set and Setting, i will cancel it and meditate. Psychedelics are NO Picnic !!
I wish that you'll find what you are looking for! Hyperspace will wait and will still be there for you when you
are ready!
 
Guyomech said:
You seem like you have a bit of work to do. I can't say how DMT would affect you if you were to try it in your current mindset. You may actually have a hard time processing your experience, it will be so far out.
I agree with you 100%, I need to make a change in aspects of my life without the use of something such as DMT. I will be spending several months researching DMT to better understand it and will work to better myself as a person first before making the decision to involve DMT into my life.

Guyomech said:
If you have access to shrooms or acid, you may want to try a small dose of one of those first. This gives you some time in the psychedelic space, a chance to familiarize yourself with the experience. These substances bring on an experience that's essentially in the same basic spectrum as DMT.
Unfortunately I do not have access to things like shrooms or acid. I would like to make the effort to try shrooms before hand though.

Guyomech said:
If weed alone is enough to set you off on a dark trip, a psychedelic experience could have the potential to be pretty rough. On the other hand, it might show you something you need to see.
I don't know what it is about weed, but it has always gotten me down, not sure if it's because of the fact I've been able to repress my depression for so long and it unlocks that feeling for me and forces me to try to overcome it, if the weed is just low grade, or if it just doesn't work correctly for my brain chemistry and causes me to feel more depressed.

Guyomech said:
Think twice about having a sitter who is too much of a character liability. The experience could end up being all about them, which could be a real drag.
She has been really supportive for me, she's really the first real friend that I've had that actually cares about me and understands my personality with being an introvert. She does have issues with her personal life that I've been trying to help her with, but she has a hard time letting people go, even if they hurt her (which is a big issue right now for her).

Guyomech said:
I hate to say this, dude, but you need to break this cycle and start making friends. Trust me, I know where you're coming from, being the awkward quiet type. I used to feel paralyzed in social situations. But the more I learned to just relax and be myself, the smoother I found I could relate to others. And yeah, you're taking small risks by letting people into your life; but avoid it too much and you're missing out on a key component of being a social animal.
I've never been good in social situations, even with family (which is sad really), I have my moments where I'm really happy and have so many things to say when around others (I love this feeling when it happens), but it happens so rarely that it's hard to be happy when I'm around more than 1 person. If you've been in this same situation, do you have any advice that might help me become more social even if I'm an introvert?

Guyomech said:
A little psychedelic reset would possibly do you some good. However you get there. I HIGHLY recommend that you read extensively throughout these forums.

You seem to be looking in the right direction... Keep seeking. Your answer is out there. Trust the process, you'll find what you're looking for.
Thanks, I will be studying up on DMT and reading the forums over the next few months (maybe years) before I make an actual effort to experience what DMT has to offer. I know I can't take this lightly, that it isn't a recreational drug, and needs to be taken very seriously.
 
changalvia said:
hello tna218. Just curious, because when i started smoking weed i used to have really strange psychedelic trips , like 2 minute vivid i dont even know im tripping trips, is that the same for you? i eventually got to a point where i smoked about 4 or 5 times a day, and then stopped completely out of the blue. In those initial weeks of not smoking my dreams came back, every night, crazy dreams, so real and easy to remember. i remember reading or thinking along the lines of weed repressing the memory of my dreams? like when you wake up you cant remember because you smoked weed before you fell asleep for example.. maybe if you stop smoking weed for a few days, maybe 2 weeks you will see your dreams come back? i dunoo i just gathered you were interested in that.

I honestly believe dreams are crucial to our self growth, and also a kind of future reading tool we are lucky enough to have from birth. Who actually said we deserved to have such a thing as awesome dreams, lol. Must be there for SOME reason
I haven't been smoking weed for very long, and honestly I haven't enjoyed it as much as I used to, it's more of a way for me to repress and get away from things (not in a good way). I may quit smoking all together after I finish what I have, I feel like it's been causing more harm than good. I don't have psychedelic trips while smoking weed (from what I can tell), it's more of a a relaxing state and I just kind of zone out listening to music and watching the iTunes visualizer.

As for the dreams, I haven't remembered my dreams for a long time, except for every so often I'll have one that I can remember. It kind of sucks because it just adds to my self loathing not being able to experience dreaming. I'm going to try the AlphaBrain supplements from onnit.com, people have reported feeling better taking these and actually remember their dreams along with having lucid dreams.
 
endlessness said:
Welcome to the Nexus!

Also be sure to check the Health and Safety wiki and the FAQ, since some of what you asked is either directly mentioned there or in one of the links.
Glad to be here! Thanks, I will make sure to read over as much as I can while I'm here.
 
To find some Friends who are into psychedelics, join a Group who
do Sweat-Lodges, Shamanic drumming or Dancing . There will be Folks
who are into psychedelics and when you've became Friends, are willing
to share Mushrooms and the Experience with you. Step by step, there
is no Instant Enlightment.
 
Herba Luisa said:
To find some Friends who are into psychedelics, join a Group who
do Sweat-Lodges, Shamanic drumming or Dancing . There will be Folks
who are into psychedelics and when you've became Friends, are willing
to share Mushrooms and the Experience with you. Step by step, there
is no Instant Enlightment.
Thanks for the info, I feel like I might be giving DMT too much credit for a source of happiness. Not sure where to start in a search for what you suggested, but I'll do my best to try and get involved with something like that first.

Edit: Decided to do a google search (not sure why I didn't do this before) and found some local shamans. This would probably be a good place to start!
 
Very good call on the local shaman thing, great place to start.

Also look for music events in the electronic/psy trance scene (Spongle being a great example). Attend some of these events... And don't be afraid to talk to strangers. Its a different crowd at those things.

I have a long and beautiful relationship with cannabis... 25 years plus... But if it started bumming me out, I'd be done right away. I think of cannabis as an enhancement to things I already enjoy: music, painting, being outdoors. I don't think it's an effective way of dealing with depression (although I find it very handy when I'm feeling angry or impatient)

I don't have any real advice about being more social, except to do it. And be yourself- no need to try and impress with coolness (that's how I used to fall flat on my face in social situations). Be positive around others, give thanks and compliments when deserved, be a good listener. You'll find your rhythm. Remember that self loathing is a cycle that feeds itself. You are only 22 and still finding yourself- it's a powerful asset to be able to forgive yourself for your weaknesses and failures. Because you will have plenty, and there is no need to feel burdened by them.

Also remember that everyone around you, including the most charismatic, have insecurities and self doubts. It's not just you.

I think that you still could learn a lot from the psychedelic experience. Rushing headlong into DMT is a little extreme and probably not necessary. If it comes around and someone offers it, then the timing is probably right. Talk to your local shaman and see what advice they have. In the meantime, if you do manage to broaden your social circle a bit, some trustworthy acid or shrooms might come your way.

Again... Trust in the process. You are already on the path. One day you'll look back at this moment and it will all make sense. Take a deep breath. You are far more powerful and beautiful than you realize, and you will grow into that.
 
I can actually relate a lot to you. I don't want to post my life story so to keep it short ill just say that I used to be very introverted and depressed.

A few experiences with Ayahuasca and boom just like that I find motivation to start eating better, working out all the time, go back to school and get my degree (just graduated, majored in biology), got with an amazing girl, and am absolutely in love with life and spiritual seeking!

Id highly recommend working out and changing your diet to aid in the removal of depression.

Dont be a stranger to the Health and Lifestyle sub-forum! Lots of good people and good advice there. Here is a link Health and Lifestyle - Welcome to the DMT-Nexus
 
tna218 said:
Thanks for the info, I feel like I might be giving DMT too much credit for a source of happiness.

Taking psychedelics won't bring you happiness (only you can make yourself happy). At most, you may realize certain things and that will bring you peace/happiness.

Be honest with yourself, keep it real, do your research, and you'll be fine. Having a sitter, preferably someone experienced with psychedelic states is not a must, but highly recommended. I started my explorations without one (there was nobody that was into psychedelics and close to me at that point) and went through some rough trips alone. In the end it made me stronger but during the actual experience, it was no easy peach.


Welcome to the Nexus and best of luck in your future journeys. We're here if you need anything.
 
purple_dye said:
I can actually relate a lot to you. I don't want to post my life story so to keep it short ill just say that I used to be very introverted and depressed.

A few experiences with Ayahuasca and boom just like that I find motivation to start eating better, working out all the time, go back to school and get my degree (just graduated, majored in biology), got with an amazing girl, and am absolutely in love with life and spiritual seeking!

Id highly recommend working out and changing your diet to aid in the removal of depression.

Way ahead of you on the exercise, I've been working out since Jan and I'm working to bulk up at the moment (gained 15 pounds and lost some body fat), I'm feeling better, but I need to remember to eat and hit my 4000 calorie mark because I'm tired and the lack of food has been contributing to the depression.

I may see about traveling to Peru next year with my dad if he's willing to experience it (he smokes and is willing to do things if he learns more about them) and see about doing one of those Ayahuasca workshops.
 
tna: Welcome, I'm still new here myself but I wanted to say a few things about your post. I know where your coming from with the social issues. As a kid I was very strange and never had many friends. When I smoked pot it made me more social, which is actually the opposite of what it does for you. If herb doesn't make you happy then why smoke it? I started taking psychedelics at 14 and by the time I was 18 had too many bad trips to count. I didn't embrace the experience in a spiritual way until I was in my mid twenties, simply because I was so against religion that I swore off spirituality. Spice came to me shortly after I embraced my spiritual self. I don't want to sound discouraging but in your current mindstate I don't know if you should partake in a psychedelic experience without an experienced individual to guide you. I would definitely not trip with a person who is also struggling emotionally. We give the disclaimer when promoting the use of psychedelics that if a person is struggling with any sort of ego or depression problems to seek the help of experienced users for a reason. I am a firm believer in psychedelic healing, but unless used properly they can cause serious damage to the psyche. I have given psychedelics to people just like you and even with my experience had trouble keeping some of them in touch with themselves. You are far better off doing this thing alone than bringing a second even more troubled individual to your experience. I would focus more on you and not try to fix someone else for now until your better capable of doing so. Putting in the work of preparing the brew is a good indicator that you are taking it seriously, but I worry about what may happen if you can't handle a long experience. You may want to consider trying to smoke spice first. It is a shorter experience so your less likely to have a chance to panic, especially if you have a breakthrough your first try. I wish you the best of luck and safe journeys friend, let us know what you do when you decide to do it.
 
TNA:

I strongly recommend reading this post here Why you should NOT take DMT - First steps in Hyperspace - Welcome to the DMT-Nexus called "Why I should Not Smoke DMT" it made me think a lot on the substance. Also make sure you want to and your ready for it by being on this forum you are taking the right steps. Most importantly think on it because no one is here to rush you but if at the end of the day you decide it will be good for you then I believe the trip will be good because that's the mindset you have going into it. If you decide to try it make sure you make it you will share a special connection to it.

I am a big believer in the idea that the use of psychedelics is a great way to change your perspective on things often times in the right direction if that's what your seeking.
 
bobross said:
TNA:

I strongly recommend reading this post here Why you should NOT take DMT - First steps in Hyperspace - Welcome to the DMT-Nexus called "Why I should Not Smoke DMT" it made me think a lot on the substance. Also make sure you want to and your ready for it by being on this forum you are taking the right steps. Most importantly think on it because no one is here to rush you but if at the end of the day you decide it will be good for you then I believe the trip will be good because that's the mindset you have going into it. If you decide to try it make sure you make it you will share a special connection to it.

I am a big believer in the idea that the use of psychedelics is a great way to change your perspective on things often times in the right direction if that's what your seeking.

Thanks for the link, it's definitely given me something to think about.
 
Back
Top Bottom