Exploring DMT: Harm Reduction for Powerful Psychedelics

This course provides a thoughtful and accessible exploration of DMT and its therapeutic potential, structured into six focused sections:

1. What is DMT?
An introduction to the two primary forms of DMT—5-MeO-DMT and N,N-DMT—including their effects, pharmacology, and key differences in experience, intensity, and application.

2. Background & History
A look at DMT’s rich historical context, from its indigenous ceremonial use to its discovery in modern science and its growing relevance in psychedelic research and therapy.

3. Medical vs. Recreational Use
This section explores how DMT is approached in clinical or ceremonial settings versus casual or recreational use, highlighting the importance of intention, safety, and integration in shaping the outcome of the experience.

4. DMT-Assisted Therapies
A review of current and emerging research on the use of DMT in therapeutic contexts, including its potential for supporting trauma resolution, ego dissolution, and spiritual insight, along with ethical and legal considerations.

5. Preparation for DMT Work
Practical guidance on preparing for DMT experiences—covering mindset, setting, physical and emotional safety, and the importance of post-experience integration, all framed within a harm reduction approach.

6. Resources & Next Steps
The course concludes with curated tools, reading materials, and links to supportive communities and research initiatives, helping participants continue their exploration with clarity and care.

Whether you’re new to DMT or seeking to deepen your understanding, this course offers a respectful, evidence-based entry point into one of the most profound psychedelic experiences known.