tbc | The Mystical and Therapeutic Benefits of Near-Death Experiences
What Near-Death Experiences Reveal About Consciousness and Life
What happens when we approach the threshold between life and death?
Near-death experiences (NDEs) have been reported across cultures, medical contexts, and historical periods, often sharing striking similarities: expanded awareness, a sense of separation from the body, encounters with profound states of meaning, and lasting changes in how individuals relate to life.
While interpretations vary widely, researchers continue to study NDEs as a phenomenon that may offer insight into consciousness, perception, and the human experience of mortality.
Join us for an intimate evening exploring near-death experiences through both research perspectives and firsthand accounts.
Featured Speakers
John Chavez · Founder, DMT Quest · will facilitate the conversation and present themes emerging from contemporary exploration of consciousness at the edge of life.
A near-death experience speaker (TBA) will share their personal account of moving through this threshold and the impact it had on their understanding of life, identity, and meaning.
Together, we will explore a central question: What might these experiences reveal about consciousness—and how they shape the way we live?
An evening of inquiry, reflection, and dialogue at the edge of human understanding.
Event Details
4:00pm Welcome Reception
5:00pm Guided Conversation
6:30pm Dinner & Social
By invitation only.* Limited capacity. Tickets are non-transferable.
ABOUT THE HOSTS
DMT Quest
A 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on fostering research and media development regarding endogenous psychedelics, altered states of consciousness, and the human potential. Our goal is to normalize the “supernormal” through rigorous scientific inquiry while distributing the results of these efforts through film.
Watch the first: DMT Quest Film
Vitalium
An exploration of human potential at the intersection of science, experience, and emerging therapeutic frontiers. We convene researchers, practitioners, and select communities to examine phenomena that challenge conventional models of health, perception, and healing. Through curated gatherings and inquiry-driven dialogue, Vitalium creates space to thoughtfully explore what may be possible — and what may be next.
EXPECTED ATTENDEES
The full attendee list will be shared with confirmed guests prior to the event.
MEDIA AND SAFETY NOTICE
Vitalium and DMT Quest will be capturing photographs, video, and audio recordings during the event for use in organizational, promotional, and marketing materials. By attending, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to such uses.
By attending this event, you voluntarily assume all risks related to participation and agree to release and hold harmless Vitalium, DMT Quest, its affiliates, partners, officers, employees, agents, and representatives from any and all liability, claims, or demands for any injury, loss, or damage that may result from attendance or participation, whether arising from negligence or otherwise.
*PLEASE NOTE
This invitation is confidential and non-transferable.
Space is extremely limited. RSVPs are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Due to capacity limitations, we are unable to accommodate +1s at this time.
Additional event details, including the exact venue address, will be shared upon RSVP confirmation.