This is the documentary movie production based on dr. Hosted by joe rogan, the spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt, a naturally occurring psychoactive compound, which exists in humans, and potentially every living organism. The spirit molecule, conducted biomedical assays on the drug during the early 1990s at the university of new mexico. Dmt documentaries dmt discussion welcome to the dmtnexus.
These two men were the first people in the study to receive dmt, and they were helping me determine the best dose and manner of injecting it. Rick strassmans government sanctioned human dmt research and its many trials, tribulations, achievements, and inconceivable realizations. In the documentary, we learn about several scientists who have conducted experiments on volunteers to learn about the affects of the hallucinogenic drug, dmt. Strassman has conjectured that when a person is approaching death, the pineal gland releases dmt, accounting for much of the imagery reported by survivors of neardeath experiences. Pablo amaringo was a peruvian shaman or healer and artist. Sep 01, 2014 the spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt, an endogenous psychoactive compound, which exists in humans and numerous species of plants and animals.
In the pursuit of unifying all scientific knowledge and spiritual wisdom. Rick strassman conducted the first governmentsanctioned, human psychedelic research with dmt. The spirit molecule is a nonfiction book by rick strassman, md. The spirit molecule in 1990, i began the first new human research with psychedelic, or hallucinogenic, drugs in the united states in over 20 years. He takes a multifaceted approach to this intriguing hallucinogen. One that is found in the human brain and hundreds of plants. The spirit molecule and he co produced a documentary film by the same name based on this book. Dmt the spirit molecule documentary mind, body, heart and soul. Rick strassmans government sanctioned human dmt research and its many trials, tribulations, achievements, and inconceivable. Im mixed on the spirit molecule that documentary was part of the reason i found dmt or at least it found me. Debatable in the best sense of the word, strassmans dmt.
These studies investigated the effects of n, ndimethyltryptamine, or dmt, an extremely shortacting and powerful psychedelic. The spirit molecule latest explores the meaning of the human psychedelic experience. Dmt the spirit molecule documentary mind, body, heart. Thankfully, dmt the spirit molecule is written in an easytounderstand narrative style. The spirit molecule, this documentary further explores his studies by bringing in various experts to discuss their thoughts on. The spirit molecule captures the essence of how much we dont yet know. Strassmans first research on dmt, he has continued to explore the relationship between the dmt experience and the spiritual or religious experience. He wrote about the research program in his book dmt. The documentary is based upon the clinical research of dr rick strassman on the hallucinogen dimethyltryptamine dmt, and the subsequent book he published about his findings, conclusions and experiences resulting from his scientific investigation see below for relevant links. He attended public schools in southern californias san fernando valley, and graduated from ulysses s. 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. The spirit molecule which has since then become a documentary with the same name. So strassman decided to publish a summation of his works in his book, dmt. Psychedelic research is finally moving slowly forward and dmt.
From what the producers have said it sounds as if the doco will be released. The spirit molecule, based on the book of the same title by dr. Of course, like many of the leftbrain md or phd authors, the first few hours of the audio book are spent laying out a scientific and educational foundation on the topic to be covered. Rick strassmans groundbreaking dmt research documentary.
Almost too much for a straightlaced scientist to handle, strassman eventually published his work in the bestselling book, dmt. Scientist claims dmt can connect you to a parallel universe. The spirit molecule investigates dmt, a molecule produced abundantly throughout nature, including in humans, and potentially existing in every living organism. The spirit molecule points the way beyond the present. Utilizing interviews with a variety of experts to explain their thoughts and experiences with dmt within their respective fields, and. The much awaited documentary film on dmt titled the spirit molecule is finally out. Jan 23, 2009 strassman has conjectured that when a person is approaching death, the pineal gland releases dmt, accounting for much of the imagery reported by survivors of neardeath experiences. Providing tools and guidance to anyone on the journey of self discovery.
This is a very interesting documentary about dmt, a psychedelic hormoneneurotransmitter that exists in the human body naturally, and is also found in many living organisms around the world. This book is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the mind, philosophy, the nature. I should mention that this documentary is based off a book of the same name published strassman that was much more science based i enjoyed this and find dmt really interesting but i feel the need to share some complaints. Explores the past, present, and future of consciousness, our interpretation of awareness, and the meanings attached. The spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt, an endogenous psychoactive compound, which exists in humans as well as in numerous species of plants.
The research generated a wealth of biological and psychological data, much of which was published in scientific journals. His dmt experiments shone a whole new light on unexplained phenomena such as alien abductions. It can be consumed as a psychedelic drug and has historically been prepared by various cultures for ritual purposes as an entheogen. Strassman published his research and his personal reflections in his first book dmt. The spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt, an endogenous psychoactive compound, which exists in humans and. It is the active hallucinogenic compound in ayahuasca, the quechua name for a tea brewed from the shrub psychotria viridis, which is used for ritual purposes by the indigenous people in the amazon. The spirit molecule will have its first showing next week, on 26 september, at alex greys chapel of sacred mirrors in new york visit the link for details on tickets. 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. Strassmans studies investigated the effects of n,ndimethyltryptamine dmt, a powerful entheogen, or psychedelic, that he theorizes is a substance. The worlds foremost expert on dmt has created a masterpiece of the genre, as he brilliantly leads the reader through a series of startling revelations about the nature of the.
The spirit molecule book and documentary and the gaspar noe film enter the void, the popularity of smoking dmt has skyrocketed among young americans. His detailed account of those sessions is an extraordinarily. He also has theorized that the pineal gland may form dmt under certain conditions, and in 20 researchers first reported dmt in the pineal gland microdialysate of rodents. A conversation with spirit molecule director mitch schultz. The spirit molecule wdirector mitch schultz tickets. It then presents a dmt trip in beautiful animations. 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. Dmt the spirit molecule deep meditation trance music frequency universe spiritual vibration journey duration. At the end, the reader is left with many intriguing puzzle pieces. The spirit molecule is perhaps the first title to break ground on what might be a pandoras box of the upcoming century. At best, the spirit molecule would have little effect on the scope of discussion about psychedelics.
Millions of americans are now smoking dmt, and the number. The spirit molecule dmt and ayahuasca otherworld mystery. Informations about dmt the spirit molecule sociedelic. Aug 10, 2015 the spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt, an endogenous psychoactive compound, which exists in humans and numerous species of plants and animals. The film presents an intriguing discourse on the science of the soul, and will undoubtedly open pandoras box. Two decades after the first dmts trials, transmedia producer mitch schultz created a documentary film based on this unusual material using the same name as the book, creating a counterculture. Jun 03, 2018 if youve read rick strassmans book, dmt.
A closer examination of dmts effects through the lens of two traditionally opposed concepts, science and spirituality, the spirit molecule explores the connections between cuttingedge neuroscience, quantum physics, and human spirituality. 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. Dmt or dimethyltryptamine is one of the strongest hallucinogens known to man and each of us has a small amount of it floating around in our brains and blood stream. Dmt the spirit molecule rick strassman in full david. Rick strassman studied in depth the effects of dimethyltryptamine and wrote a book on the topic, called dmt.
Strassmans research serves as the narrative backbone for the spirit molecule. Dmt the spirit molecule documentary interviews we must know. The spirit molecule makes the 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 groundbreaking dmt research through a multifaceted approach to this intriguing hallucinogen found in the human brain and hundreds of plants. The spirit molecule explores the enigmatic dimethyltryptamine dmt, a molecule found throughout nature, and considered the most potent psychedelic. The spirit molecule as a vehicle, the pineal gland has become a popularly enigmatic organ that quite literally excretes mystery. Strassman wrote about the research program in his book dmt.
Dmt, or n,ndimethyltryptamine or the spirit molecule is a naturally occurring chemical found in both plants and animals. A clinical psychiatrist explores the effects of dmt. 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. Strassmans book, the film brings the characters to life and provides an intimate insight into the deep personal nature of their experiences. Rick strassmans upcoming documentary dmt the spirit molecule. He has also released another book titled inner paths to outer space. There are also face to face interviews with several of the research subjects involved in strassmans dmt studies. The spirit molecule which explores a new paradigm for consciousness, the quantum consciousness. Rick strassmans groundbreaking dmt research through a multifaceted approach to this intriguing hallucinogen found in. The spirit molecule a legal lab setting test of dmt is authorized and for the first time in decades, the effects of dmt are studied. A doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences book online at best prices in india on. Hosted by joe rogan, the spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt.
Dmt is also the active substance in the amazon magic potion ayahuasca. A documentary movie based on this book is currently in production. Medical doctors, physical scientists, artists, and spiritual seekers work together to explore and quantify the effects of potentially the worlds most powerful psychotropic substance. The spirit molecule investigates dimethyltryptamine dmt, an endogenous psychoactive compound, which exists in humans and numerous species of plants and animals. The spirit molecule i watched an interesting documentary video, dmt the spirit molecule that is available as a streaming video on amazon and netflix. The spirit molecule and he coproduced a documentary film by the same name based on this book. The spirit molecule a doctors revolutionary research into the biology of neardeath and mystical experiences clinical psychiatrist rick strassman explores the effects of dmt, one of the most powerful psychedelics known. Rick strassmans governmentsanctioned, human dmt nndimethyltryptamine research is the narrative backbone, examining dmt through two traditionally opposed concepts. A variety of experts explain their thoughts and experiences with dmt within their respective fields. He brings both religious scholarship and scientific inquiry to bear on an intriguing question. At the center of awareness lies a simple, natural molecule that potentially exists in all living organisms.
The combination of science, spirituality and philosophy in the films approach sheds light on a series of ideas that can alter the way man understands and relates to the universe. Rick strassman, the first man to ever run a clinical study of the effects of dmt, returns to the subject with a new book that examines the dmt state and biblical prophecy rick strassman, m. Rick strassmans governmentsanctioned, human dmt research and its many trials, tribulations, and inconceivable realizations. Based on the book, a documentary was made that should be watched by every seeker of spirituality. Dmt ayahuasca the spirit molecule documentary youtube. Dmt the spirit molecule rick strassman in full dmt. Strassman explores the possibility that we actually do visit other tangible realms when on dmt. Rick strassmans upcoming documentary dmt the spirit molecule cosmic. Im kind of in the mind frame of saying that this drug needs to be shared to a degree but shared in such a strict and responsible manner, if there were some medium similar to true peruvian ayhuasca journeys, like the shamans and mystics, im sure dmt introduction could be done in.
The spirit molecule, and a documentary movie based on this book is currently in production. Rick strassmans research into dmt, the naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in the human brain and throughout nature. In the book and documentary by rick strassman known as dmt. Multidisciplinary association for psychedelic studies maps. This is a nicely crafted book which nimbly treads a thin line between restraint and enthusiasm, between cold objectivity and speculation. Begins with a history of the molecule s discovery in both the east and the west, and the issues it faced in the west. The spirit molecule documentary trailer the daily grail. Its clear that the documentary was styled as an entertainment piece. Smoking dmt, the worlds most potent psychedelic, is becoming an incredibly popular pastime in america, according to new research data.
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