Welcome! Don't worry, you're not coming across as an arse mate! Sounds like you are a level headed person, and you'll gain a lot from DMT I'm sure  It seems that the British are beoming ever more fascinated with DMT, and rightly so!

Wasp - while I agree that it isn't as scary as (some) people think, particularly if taken in small steps, I think it is important to note that DMT does have its fierce, frightening side, which can be a real shock to the system. Being prepared for such things will make them easier to handle when they do happen IMO(I'm sure all of us here who've used DMT more than a few times will attest to the infamous 'hyperslap' :shock: )