Out of body experiences (OBEs) are those curious, and usually brief experiences in which a person's consciousness seems to depart from his or her body, enabling observation of the world from a point of view other than that of the physical body and by means other than those of the physical senses. Thus, an out-of-the-body experience can initially be defined as 'an experience in which a person seems to perceive the world from a location outside his physical body'. In some cases experients claim that they 'saw' and 'heard' things (objects which were really there, events and conversations which really took place) which could not have seen or heard from the actual positions of their bodies.
OBEs are surprisingly common; different surveys have yielded somewhat different results, but some estimates indicate that somewhere between one person in ten and one person in twenty is likely to have had such an experience at least once. Furthermore it seems that OBEs can occur to anyone in almost any circumstances. Researchers have approached the question of the timing of OBEs by asking people who claim to have had OBEs to describe when they happened. In one of these, over 85 percent of those surveyed said they had had OBEs while they were resting, sleeping or dreaming. Other surveys also show that the majority of OBEs occur when people are in bed, ill, or resting, with a smaller percentage coming while the person is drugged or medicated. But they can occur during almost any kind of activity. Green cites a couple of cases in which motor-cyclists, riding at speed, suddenly found themselves floating above their machines looking down on their own bodies still driving along. Accidents did not ensue. Pilots of high-flying airplanes (perhaps affected by absence of vibration, and uniformity of sensory stimulation) have similarly found themselves apparently outside their aircraft struggling to get in. One might well struggle frantically under such circumstances.
More curious still are reciprocal cases of OBE and apparition: the OBE subject, aware that he is operating in some kind of duplicate body, travels to a distant location where he sees a person and is aware of being seen by that person; this person confirms that he saw an apparition of the OBEer at the time that the OBEer claimed to be in his presence. Thus the two experiences corroborate each other.
Not all OBEs occur spontaneously. Using various techniques, some people have apparently cultivated the faculty of inducing them more or less as desired, and a number have written detailed accounts of their experiences. These accounts do not always in all respects square with accounts given by persons who have undergone spontaneous OBEs. For instance the great majority of those who experience OBEs voluntarily state that they find themselves still embodied, but in a body whose shape, external characteristics, and spatial location are easily altered at will, and an appreciable number refer to an elastic 'silver cord' joining their new body to their old one. A much smaller percentage of those who undergo spontaneous OBEs mention being embodied, and some specifically state that they found themselves disembodied. The 'silver cord' is quite rarely mentioned. It is hard to avoid suspecting that many features of self- induced OBEs are determined by the subject's reading and his antecedent expectations.
Common aspects of the experience include being in an 'out-of-body' body much like the physical one, feeling a sense of energy, feeling vibrations, and hearing strange loud noises. Sometimes a sensation of bodily paralysis precedes the OBBE . OBEs, especially spontaneous ones, are often very vivid, and resemble everyday waking experiences rather than dreams, and they may make a considerable impression on those who undergo them. Such persons may find it hard to believe that they did not in fact leave their bodies, and they may draw the conclusion that we possess a separable soul, perhaps linked to a second body, which will survive in a state of full consciousness, perhaps even of enhanced consciousness, after death. Death would be, as it were, an OBE in which one did not succeed in getting back into one's body.
The astral plane is the 4th dimension. The astral body links the soul to the physical body.
Astral projection has been around since ancient times in egypt, china, and india cultures. Concepts of “soul” travel are common in many religions. Ancient egyptians believed in “soul travel.” In China, Taoists believed that meditation and deep breathing exercises create an “energy body.” The astral body is connected to the physical body by a silver cord.
It can take time for someone to master the art of astral travel. However, some people are experiencing out-of-body experience without realizing they are one step away from achieving astral projection. For most people it takes time, patience, and practice. The possibilities and experiences of astral projection are limitless and often very exhilarating. It is possible to come across unpleasant spirits and experiences while exploring the astral plane. It is important to learn to be safe and cautious while experiencing astral travel.
The experience of astral travel is unique to everyone who practices it. You can explore different areas in our physical world. You can visit people who are living or who have passed. You can experience new events. You can meet other astral bodies. You can connect with people you know in the physical world who are also experiencing astral travel. The possibilities are truly endless with astral projection!
Below is a list of places you can explore, things to do, and people you can meet with astral projection:
Fascinating Places
The Great Pyramids (Egypt), Stonehenge (United Kingdom), Great Wall of China (China), Great Barrier Reef (Australia), Machu Picchu (Peru), The Taj Mahal (India), The Golden Gate Bridge (United States)
Places to Explore
Cities, Rain forests, Deserts, Oceans, Outer Space, African Safari, Tropical Islands
What to Do
Visit lost loved ones, Fly. Meet people, Explore
Astral travel often starts with an out-of-body experience (OBE) and then one can explore any place imaginable through astral projection. People can have an OBE either spontaneously or with practice. In fact, most people have had an OBE or have experienced astral projection without even realizing it. If you are new to astral projection, you can practice out of body experiences first so that you get used to the sensation.
Many people report having an OBE when they are drifting asleep or are already asleep and having a lucid dream. Others who want to experience astral travel take time to practice having an OBE. A lot of people want to know what it is like to experience astral travel. People often ask, “How will I know it’s happening to me?” and my simple answer is often, “You will know.” But for people who need a clearer explanation, I have outlined the stages of astral projection.
There are five stages used to describe astral projection:
1. Withdrawal stage: Similar to sleep, the body is in auto pilot and a person is consciously unaware of their surroundings. 2. Cataleptic stage: Physical movement is disabled. Alternative sensory information is active, including sight, hearing, and feeling. 3. Separation stage: With effort, a person can separate their astral body from their physical body. 4. Free movement stage: Movement becomes possible. Visual and mental clarity can vary greatly from person to person. Astral travel occurs at this stage. 5. Re-entry stage: Need to return to physical body increases. Can be voluntary or involuntary, slow or fast. May feel pressure as astral body returns to physical body. Afterwards, one may be in a sleep state or an awake state.
Astral projection is an exciting experience. It is best achieved when you are relaxed, patient, and not too sleepy. Everyone can do it, even if you’ve been trying without success. It is an experience that is unique and as soon as you experience it, you’ll be able to do it repeatedly.
The Astral Realm
The astral plane is often described as the 4th dimension. It exists somewhere between the physical world (the world we live in now) and the after world. Many types of people make up the astral plane including spirits, angels, and other people experiencing astral projection. The study of the astral realm was popular during the Renaissance period. Philosophers discussed the concept of the astral plane existing between earth and the divine realm.
Reaching the astral plane can be achieved through astral projection, meditation, out of body experiences (OBE), hypnosis, and lucid dreaming. It can be reached using the subconscious mind and can take practice to successfully experience the astral plane. Many people can access the astral plane with very little effort.
Normal laws and physics do not apply to the astral plane. The astral plane is a unique experience for everybody. One can visit cities, real places, artificial places, and one can encounter good or bad entities while traveling in the astral plane. Just like in the real world, it is important to practice caution while in the astral plane.
Many people decide to explore the astral plane to visit loved ones that have passed. This can open the doors for many people in getting answers to their questions that have remained unanswered after someone has passed.
The akashic records can be accessed during astral projection. The akashic records consist of every thought, feeling, and vision ever experienced. The past, present, and future can be explored by viewing the akashic records.
Astral projection teaches the relaxation of the conscious mind by focusing energy on the subconscious mind. This enables people to separate their astral body from their physical body to travel the astral realm. In a way, people who are accessing the astral plane have learned how to transfer their energy to different level of consciousness, allowing them to experience a whole new realm.
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