DMT

When smoked or vaporized at moderate to heavy dosages, the DMT experience consistently manifests itself in a progressive sequence which can be described as follows:

The initial phase of a DMT trip, known as the "come-up," often leads to an experience commonly called "breaking through," which can manifest in various ways. Initially, users notice distinctive visual enhancements, including heightened visual acuity and intensified colors. This phase is quickly followed by the appearance of high-level geometric patterns (level 3 geometry) that become progressively intense, enveloping and obscuring the surrounding environment.

Auditory hallucinations frequently accompany these visuals, manifesting as soft crackling sounds or high-pitched, extended tones. Additionally, physical sensations often arise during the "breakthrough" phase, including the feeling of being pushed through a membrane or of shooting through space at high speeds.

After inhaling enough DMT to "break through," users often find themselves in what some describe as a psychedelic "waiting room" or "loading screen." This space varies widely in appearance but is typically perceived as a surrounding tunnel composed of rapidly shifting, interlocking geometric patterns. This stage lasts around 10 to 20 seconds and feels distinctly different from other parts of the DMT experience.

After the "waiting room" phase ends, users typically feel that they've "broken through" to the other side. At this point, intense level 7 geometric patterns and level 3 to 4 internal hallucinations are experienced. While each individual's experience is unique, many DMT trips follow common archetypes, scenarios, and plots. These often involve visiting what seems like an alternate reality with autonomous entities, unique settings, landscapes, and themes of a cosmic, transcendental, or transpersonal nature.

In the final stage of a DMT trip, users feel as though they're being gradually pulled away from the scenario until it's no longer visible, at which point they return to reality. This phase is typically accompanied by level 3 to 4 geometric visuals and a strong sense of exhilaration and awe. Moderate to mild geometric patterns may linger for another 10 to 15 minutes before fading away completely, sometimes leaving a noticeable "body high" that can persist for up to an hour.