The experiences associated with death were seen as visits to important dimensions of reality that deserved to be experienced, studied, and carefully mapped.

The knowledge of the realm of death makes it possible for the shaman to move freely back and forth and mediate these journeys for other people.

Many of us who have experienced psychedelics feel very much that they are sacred tools. They open spiritual awareness.

A text of Tibetan Buddhism describes the time of death as a unique opportunity for spiritual liberation from the cycles of death and rebirth and a period that determines our next incarnation.

At a time when unbridled greed, malignant aggression, and existence of weapons of mass destruction threatens the survival of humanity, we should seriously consider any avenue that offers some hope.

Patients reported that their psychedelic sessions were an invaluable experiential training for dying.

There is no fundamental difference between the preparation for death and the practice of dying, and spiritual practice leading to enlightenment.