What is Astral Projection?

Astral projection is the process wherein your soul temporarily detaches from your physical existence, enabling you to explore alternative realms of consciousness. Picture your awareness not as a solitary point but as a node on a string that connects you to the source—the essence of all creation—allowing your soul to exist across multiple dimensions.

This suggests that your soul inhabits various realms, while you are currently experiencing just one manifestation of your expansive consciousness. My astral projection experiences have taught me that we can navigate along this string by delving deeper into our consciousness. By accessing profound states of awareness, we can engage with the different experiences of our soul.

As you explore these deeper aspects of your being, you may find yourself traversing unfamiliar realms, connecting with spirits, and absorbing a wealth of wisdom.

You might think, “I just want to fly around Earth and observe; let’s not complicate this.”

While I believe that flying through our universe is indeed a real phenomenon, I interpret it as remote viewing rather than astral projection. The latter is interdimensional and filled with various entities, whether they are angelic, demonic, beautiful, or neutral.

Let’s clarify some common misconceptions surrounding astral projection.

Common Misconceptions

It’s crucial to differentiate between fact and fiction when discussing astral projection.

First, understand that astral projection is interdimensional and does not belong to our universe. I’ve heard too many tales of individuals soaring through the cosmos or spiritually visiting the pyramids of Giza. While I can’t speak to the validity of others’ experiences, it seems there’s often confusion surrounding terminology.

Although astral projection is technically an out-of-body experience—since your consciousness separates from your physical form—it isn’t quite what you might assume. I once had an out-of-body experience triggered by a lucid dream; I wandered around my home while remaining aware of my physical body resting in bed. Yet, when I stepped outside into the chilly morning air, my physical body reacted by shivering, even though it was enveloped in warm blankets.

This experience, while disembodied, still occurred in our shared reality. In contrast, I believe remote viewing is a variation of an out-of-body experience, where individuals train themselves to navigate to different locations and explore the world.

What are the Astral Realms?

Our physical reality resembles just one layer of an onion, with other realms of existence beyond it. Currently, we’re experiencing a singular layer, yet each layer signifies a different dimension of consciousness, with the core representing the source (or divine essence) from which all things originate.

The astral planes exist in a different dimension, functioning as alternate platforms for consciousness to engage in various experiences. In these planes, existence is purely energetic, lacking Earthly elements such as time, matter, and form.

During my experiences in the astral planes, I typically encounter dynamic sacred geometry, vivid colors, and various entities. Some beings might take on forms, while others manifest as energetic qualities, orbs, or auras. My explorations of these alternate dimensions often occurred through shamanic ceremonies and plant medicines, providing experiences that felt entirely unfamiliar to our current existence.

How to Astral Project

Let’s delve into the exciting aspects of astral projection and how I have achieved it. Typically, astral projection occurs during profound states of awareness achieved through meditation. Envision sinking so deeply into your consciousness that you penetrate the very fabric of reality. By concentrating on your third eye—your point of awareness between the eyes—you can push through this gateway and enter a different realm of experience.

While some of my experiences were spontaneous, most occurred during deep meditation. My journey of astral projection is characterized by several stages:

• Regular meditation
• Deep mindfulness through meditation
• Gateway phenomenon (needle-point awareness)
• Astral projection

Keep in mind that astral projection is an advanced spiritual discipline. Don’t expect instant success after just a few attempts; it requires extensive practice and patience, like any spiritual path. This journey involves a steep learning curve and may take years to navigate.

As mindfulness serves as the foundation of astral projection, your learning curve may improve significantly if you meditate regularly.

Set Your Intentions

Establishing intentions is a vital aspect of any spiritual practice, as your intention acts as your guiding compass. If you lack the desire to explore these realms, you may abandon the process at the slightest sign of the unusual.

Before attempting to astral project, focus on reaching deeper states of consciousness that allow for outward projection, then release the expectation. Avoid fixating on your intention, as this activates the mind and hinders your ability to enter deeper awareness.

Start Meditating

Begin your meditation practice by finding a comfortable position to sit or lie down, allowing your mind to relax.

During the first 10-20 minutes of my sessions, I typically observe my thoughts in silence, giving my full attention to whatever arises. I let my mind wander without resistance, allowing thoughts to come and go.

Gradually, I redirect my focus to my third eye. As I sit with my thoughts without judgment, they begin to slow and become less intrusive. At this point, I have about a 50/50 chance of transitioning into a deeper state of awareness, marked by tangible differences in my consciousness. However, this doesn’t always happen; often, I finish the session without progressing beyond the cerebral stage.

After years of inconsistent practice, I’m now more frequently and quickly able to move past this cerebral stage into a state of stillness.

So, don’t put pressure on yourself. If your entire session consists of thinking, that’s still productive, as you’re processing thoughts and emotions while honing your mental discipline.

Reach a Deep State of Awareness

Occasionally, while meditating, I reach a point where my thoughts seem to cease. I can sense my brainwaves changing, and everything slows to a near-standstill.

In this state of consciousness, I experience profound stillness, comfort, and peace. My breath naturally slows and may become so shallow that it feels as if I’m not breathing at all.

There might still be some thoughts, but they act more as background noise, not demanding my attention. I feel no urge to “do something,” as I’m entirely present and fulfilled in that moment.

I’ve observed that this state of deep awareness can be fragile. Any reactivation of my mind can send me back to a cerebral state. A single thought or sudden noise could trigger this shift, so it requires discipline to remain in this experience and gradually slide into deeper awareness.

This nurturing state is delightful, and occasionally I dive even deeper into my consciousness, entering what I refer to as the gateway.

Enter the Gateway

Upon reaching a deep meditative state, I may sometimes enter an even deeper level of consciousness that I call the gateway. This is where the experience becomes intense.

The astral gateway serves as the bridge between our physical reality and the astral realms, and reaching it necessitates a specific state of consciousness. Symptoms accompany this experience, often manifesting simultaneously during deep meditation.

This experience tends to emerge rapidly and can be disorienting, so maintaining composure is essential; otherwise, you risk grounding yourself and terminating the experience.

When the gateway manifests, I often hear a ringing in my ears, and my body feels energetically vibrant. An expansive sensation arises, often accompanied by a racing heart. As this feeling of expansion occurs, my vision brightens and becomes increasingly intricate with colors, patterns, and shapes. I experience a heavy sensation in my body, as though I’m beginning to detach from it.

Picture your typical closed-eye vision as a static television screen. As I immerse myself in this expansive state, that screen transforms into a three-dimensional space, stretching beyond the normal boundaries.

Within moments, my closed-eye vision gains depth, revealing visuals like sacred geometry, movements, colors, orbs, and auras.

Here’s what I experience as I reach the astral gateway: - A loud ringing in both ears - A quickening heartbeat - My closed-eye vision expanding, giving a sensation of stretching - Brightening of my closed-eye vision to a whitish hue - An intense vibration throughout my body - A heavy feeling as my consciousness begins to detach - A loss of awareness of my physical body - Occasional disembodied sounds and whispers - Visuals of patterns or a grid matrix

Leave Your Body

To pass through this gateway, I must sustain this deep state of awareness without breaking the connection, which can be challenging.

There were many instances when I began to dissociate from my body; however, the only times I successfully traversed the gateway were when I maintained my composure amid those intense sensations.

Initially, I felt fear when this phenomenon began, as it was unfamiliar, and my instinct was to react. This fear would trigger my mind and pull me out of my meditative state.

Once I recognized this experience as the onset of astral projection, excitement replaced fear. However, thinking, “Wow, it’s happening again,” would again activate my mind and disrupt the experience.

To navigate the astral gateway, remain indifferent to what’s occurring, allowing you to stay in a deep meditative state. Reacting to the experience will immediately reactivate your mind, ending it prematurely. Your goal is to transcend your body and explore, so maintaining a sense of indifference is crucial.

After a few moments of composure while passing through the gateway, the journey stabilizes, placing you in an environment with a markedly different quality of experience.

Navigating the Astral Planes

Congratulations on making it this far! You’ve successfully navigated the gateway and now exist in a peculiar yet beautiful realm. Here, your experience transcends cognition and rational thought.

Everything in this environment is energetic, but you innately understand your interactions. It feels undeniably real, and although you may still sense a connection to your physical form, you are aware that you’re astral projecting.

Guiding the Experience

In the astral planes, your awareness operates differently. You don’t consciously think, “I’m going to go that way!” Instead, you respond instinctively to desire. This direct approach allows for a more pure experience, free from the intermediary of thought.

If confronted with something ominous, your instinct might prompt you to flee. Conversely, if you encounter a benevolent being with a radiant aura, you’ll feel compelled to stay unless you choose to change the experience.

Energy acts as the language of the astral realms, and your intentions serve as your guiding mechanism. Whatever you intend while astral projecting tends to manifest. If a spirit conveys, “Let me show you something,” and you sense it’s positive, you’ll follow.

Although movement exists, I don’t necessarily perceive space in the astral planes; the experience resembles watching a video rather than participating in a game.

Trust your instincts; navigating the astral realms becomes straightforward when you’re free from the constraints of thought.

Interacting with Entities

As the astral realms are vibrant with life, encountering entities is common during your exploration. My interactions have always felt vivid; there’s no doubt that I’m engaging with a being.

I’ve come across orbs with colorful auras, distinctly masculine or feminine energies, as well as various bizarre spirits—both light and dark. Neutral entities have also appeared, lacking apparent intention or defined energy; they simply exist.

Recently, I experienced a startling encounter where I was thrust from my body and confronted by a dark energy. It was a terrifying moment, marked by deep whispers that felt genuinely threatening, regardless of the astral context.

During my time at a shamanic healing center in Ecuador, I learned that dark energies can manifest real-life issues, and I witnessed several exorcisms. Such spirits can attach themselves to you and follow you back to reality.

If you’re unprepared, you can find yourself vulnerable in these states; you’re in their domain, so exercise caution.

While spirits often exhibit a visual aspect, you primarily sense them, akin to feeling another person’s presence, but with heightened sensitivity in these energetic states.

Each being has a distinct energy signature. In their presence, you may experience a range of feelings, from love and compassion to pain and unease, as you attune to their energy.

Astral beings communicate telepathically, offering messages or insights as if you’re receiving a download. You may hear voices or gain instant understanding.

Returning to Reality

At some point, you will inevitably return to your body. Like a lucid dream, there’s no need to rush the experience; it will conclude naturally, so savor it while it lasts.

Remember that you remain energetically connected to your physical form, so you can’t truly get lost. Having faith in the process can be beneficial. However, if you feel anxious and wish for the experience to end, that desire may indeed bring it to a close.

Exploring the astral realms offers an intriguing adventure, filled with countless beings to connect with and lessons to learn. Embrace the journey and fearlessly delve into your expansive consciousness!