5-MeO-DMT and Unitive Consciousness: Reframing Self, Global Justice, and Ecological Renewal Through Entheogenic Rebirth

Abstract

The experience of unitive consciousness through the use of 5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (5-MeO-DMT) can transform the modern Western understanding of transcendent experiences of interconnectedness with the natural world and one’s fellow human beings. This examination summarizes the theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches fundamental to the present inquiry, including psychedelic phenomenology and the five dimensions of integrative transdisciplinary study. As part of integrating the inquirer, this also looks into the use of 5-MeO-DMT from an academic, social, spiritual, and personal significance while presenting a review of the current literature on related topics such as psychedelic phenomenology, transpersonal psychology, ecopsychology, and unitive consciousness. This includes the introduction of my personal story and background of 5-MeO-DMT, a review of current contextual issues, including disconnection and trauma, an exploration of psychedelics and unitive consciousness, a discussion of ecopsychedelics and nonlinear approaches, and a conclusion with concerns and suggestions for future areas of study. This theoretical research closes by discussing the present inquiry’s scope and critically assessing its limitations. The implications of this work are twofold. First, this work provides a comprehensive understanding of how 5-MeO-DMT can be used as a tool for transformation, with a specific focus on the experience of unitive consciousness. Secondly, this provides a foundational understanding that can be used by individuals interested in using 5-MeO-DMT for personal transformation and ecological reconnection through an ecopsychedelic process of facilitation and integration.