Dimethyltryptamine, or DMT, is a potent hallucinogenic substance that may be produced in labs and found in some plants and animals. It is well known for producing strong, transient psychedelic experiences that include vivid hallucinations, changed temporal and spatial perceptions, and a strong sensation of oneness. Often called the “spirit molecule,” DMT is linked to mystical or transcendent experiences and is naturally created in tiny amounts in the human brain. The drug’s psychotropic effects usually peak minutes after administration and have been employed traditionally in several indigenous rites. Researchers, spiritual seekers, and psychonauts have all become interested in DMT because of its exceptional capacity to produce unearthly visions. This has led to an investigation into both the nature of consciousness and possible therapeutic uses for the drug.