The book is simply dimethyltryptamine dmt is a powerful psychedelic chemical naturally produced by the human brain and is also found in a majority of plants and animals. Rick strassmans upcoming documentary dmt the spirit molecule cosmic. Rick strassmans upcoming documentary dmt the spirit. Dmt is so interesting that entire books could be written about it. This book is amazing and a must read for all serious explorers. Strassman about the difficulties in getting this type of research done, as well, of course, as the far reaching implications of what it all may mean.
Strassman during the 1990s and gives accounts of the experiences of the test subjects who were administered large amounts of the drug. The spirit molecule makes the bold case that dmt, naturally released by the pineal gland, facilitates the souls movement in and out of the body and is an integral part of the birth and death experiences, as well as the highest states of. An investigation into the longobscured mystery of dimethyltryptamine dmt, a molecule found in nearly every living organism and considered the most potent psychedelic on earth. Dmt may be a spirit molecule, naturally produced and capable of. Dmt the spirit molecule documentary mind, body, heart and soul. Dmt the spirit molecule rick strassman on radiorbit. Jan 23, 2009 rick strassmans upcoming documentary dmt the spirit molecule cosmic. The book also lends further credence to the set and setting understanding that leary et al developed in the 1960s. This book is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the mind, philosophy, the nature of reality, and spirituality. A behindthescenes look at the cutting edge of psychedelic. The famous researcher in human use of dmt and psylocybin and author of the book dmt. One of the primary reasons i chose dmt is because its found in the human body. Dmt the spirit molecule documentary 15 dimethyltryptamine dmt is a naturallyoccurring tryptamine and potent psychedelic drug, found not only in many plants, but also in trace amounts in the human body where its natural function is undetermined.
Strassmans research connects dmt with the pineal gland, considered by hindus. A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences paperback or softback by strassman, rick and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Dmt is the source of having a near death experience, it is created within our own brain in the pineal gland which is considered to be the third eye. A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. N,ndimethyltryptamine dmt or n,ndmt is a chemical substance that occurs in many plants and animals and which is both a derivative and a structural analog of tryptamine. The spirit molecule, which detailed his studies into dmt and their fascinating results as reported by the dmtrecipient research subjects. With joe rogan, ralph abraham, joel bakst, steven barker.
The spirit molecule is neither good nor bad, beneficial or harmful, in and of itself. Strassman also believes that socalled alien abduction. I havent used dmt yet but i feel more confident to do so after reading. Strassman raises vital questions about the origin of spiritual experiences and the nature of consciousness. Rick strassman is an american clinical associate professor of psychiatry at the university of new mexico school of medicine.
A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences later printing by rick strassman isbn. He has held a fellowship in clinical psychopharmacology research at the university of california san diego and was professor of psychiatry for eleven years at the university of new mexico. Sep 27, 2009 the book also lends further credence to the set and setting understanding that leary et al developed in the 1960s. A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences kindle edition by strassman, rick. Strassmans psychonauts regularly found themselves hurtled into alien laboratories, hightech nurseries, and dayglo hieroglyphic hypercubes. In this chapter from his book in progress, strassman discusses the historical. Even in that case, the specificity of the measuring tools for dmt may not have been ideal. The spirit molecule is a book that documents the universityfunded research program conducted by dr. The spirit molecule, conducted biomedical assays on the drug during the early 1990s at the university of new mexico. He takes a multifaceted approach to this intriguing hallucinogen. Strassman completed the first governmentsanctioned, psychedelic research on dmt, with results that may answer humanitys greatest questions. N,ndimethyltryptamine dmt or n,n dmt is a chemical substance that occurs in many plants and animals and which is both a derivative and a structural analog of tryptamine. Larry dossey md, author of reinventing medicine, and healing words.
A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences paperback december 1, 2000. Vicki ecker strassmans psychonauts regularly found themselves hurtled into alien laboratories, hightech nurseries, and dayglo hieroglyphic hypercubes. Rick strassman, the authority on dmt and the pineal gland. Nov 23, 2016 an investigation into the longobscured mystery of dimethyltryptamine dmt, a molecule found in nearly every living organism and considered the most potent psychedelic on earth. A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences book online at best prices in india on. Dmt ayahuasca the spirit molecule documentary youtube. Our guest and guide, rick strassman, is a medical doctor psychiatrist best known for authoring the book dmt. We owe a debt of gratitude to strassman for persevering in the face of bureaucratic obstacles to conduct important research into the human pharmacology of dmt and elucidate it for the general public, in both scientific and humanistic terms. Rick strassmans upcoming documentary dmt the spirit molecule. Strassmans research connects dmt with the pineal gland, considered by. A clinical psychiatrist explores the effects of dmt, one of the most powerful psychedelics known. Mar 08, 2020 the spirit molecule explores the enigmatic dimethyltryptamine dmt, a molecule found throughout nature, and considered the most potent psychedelic. A variety of experts explain their thoughts and experiences with dmt within their respective fields. He wrote about this research in the popular book, dmt.
Rick strassman has done a clinical study and published 2 books one being dmt. Will be of great use both to researchers and clinicians, as well as to laypeople. The spirit molecule, and coauthor of inner paths to outer space, lives in taos, new mexico, and is clinical associate professor of psychiatry at the university of new mexico school of medicine. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading dmt. The spirit molecule makes the bold case that dmt, naturally released by the pineal gland, facilitates the souls movement in. The spirit molecule points the way beyond the present impasse of the reigning drug abuse paradigm. Rick strassmans groundbreaking dmt research documentary. Dmt the spirit molecule rick strassman in full david. Oneness friday, january 23, 2009 ayahuasca, dmt 2 comments rick strassman was permitted to embark on the first human research with psychedelic, hallucinogenic, or entheogenic substances in the 1990s.
One of the problems with my original dmt book is that people took as fact several speculative theories such as the suggestion that dmt may rise endogenously in neardeath states, dreams, birth, the alien contact experience, and so on. Ofcourse the people in power just want us to keep on consuming and not to think about anything else. The spirit molecule which has sold over 150,000 copies and was turned into a warner brothers documentary by the same name. Explores the past, present, and future of consciousness, our interpretation of awareness, and the meanings attached. It can be consumed as a psychedelic drug and has historically been prepared by various cultures for ritual purposes as an entheogen. Dmt the spirit molecule pdf free dowload dmt discussion. The spirit molecule explores the enigmatic dimethyltryptamine dmt, a molecule found throughout nature, and considered the most potent psychedelic. Strassman managed to reproduce mystical and religious experiences with the psychedelic drug. However, if i did not describe all the ideas behind the dmt studies, and the entire range of our volunteers experiences, i would not be telling the entire tale. A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Provides a unique scientific explanation for the phenomenon of alien abduction experiences. So strassman decided to publish a summation of his works in his book, dmt.
One that is found in the human brain and hundreds of plants. Strassman published the results of these trials in his famed book dmt the spirit molecule which offers theories as to the effect of dmt in the human body, as well as the extreme altered states of consciousness that the volunteers were launched into upon administration. A behindthescenes look at the cutting edge of psychedelic research. The spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt, a naturally occurring psychoactive compound, which exists in humans, and numerous species of plants and animals. The spirit molecule makes the bold case that dmt, naturally released by the pineal gland, facilitates the souls movement in and out of the body and is an integral part of the birth and death experiences, as well as the highest states of meditation and even sexual transcendence.
Rick strassmans governmentsanctioned, human dmt research, leading to the studyas potential impact through its inconceivable realizations. The spirit molecule, which has sold over 100,000 copies, has been translated into 12 languages, and is now available as an audio book. Strassman also believes that alien abduction experiences. Aug 11, 2015 he wrote about this research in the popular book, dmt. Everything that opens up your mind is a nono for these people.
Dimethyltryptamine dmt is a naturally occurring hallucinogenic substance that creates our dreams when we sleep. Rick strassman joins us to talk about his first book, dmt. At best, the spirit molecule would have little effect on the scope of discussion about psychedelics. Running into a brick wall, she suddenly stopped, emerging into a still void in. Rather, set and setting establish the context and the quality of experiences to which dmt leads us.
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