The idea of astral travel is rooted in common worldwide religious accounts of the afterlife in which the consciousness' or soul's journey or "ascent" is described in such terms as "an...Out-of body experience, wherein the spiritual traveler leaves the physical body and travels in his/her subtle body (or dream body or astral body) into ‘higher’ realms. It is therefore associated with near death experiences and is also frequently reported as spontaneously experienced in association with sleep and dreams, illness. Surgical operations, drug experiences, sleep paralysis and forms of meditation.
Astral projection is something which rouses most people’s curiosity. It is natural to be slightly afraid or wary of the unknown and this can cause people to worry that there are dangers associated with astral projection. But out of body experiences are really very safe and there are some wonderful benefits. Some of these are outlined below but it is important to realise that experiences of astral travel are unique to each individual, and consequently the benefits are unique too.
are naturally scared of the unknown, but those who practise astral projection usually overcome this. Visiting the spiritual plane brings with it a realisation that you are not dependent on your physical body and that after you die your soul will still exist. This can also bring comfort if you have lost a love one, as you know that although their physical presence is gone that their spirit lives on, and some practitioners of astral travel have even reported communicating with dead relatives.
This, in turn, can lead to increased spirituality. People who practise astral projection often feel they have a much more profound understanding of the soul and the human condition. With this comes a feeling of inner calm which can lead to decreased stress levels, greater happiness, self acceptance and an increased zest for life. Aggression and anger will be reduced.
Astral projection has also been associated with a greater increase in memory and skills such as creativity. There is no definitive reason for this but it has been theorised that somehow astral travel stimulates parts of the brain which are not usually active and this can enhance your abilities.
It is not just your every day skills that can be improved by astral projection, there is often an increase in psychic powers. Out of body experiences can tap into spiritual energies and lead to greater telepathy, precognition and the ability to sense spirits. Some people who have previously experienced no psychic ability at all suddenly find they can both see and read people’s auras.
The greatest benefit of astral projection for many people is the sense of excitement and adventure it brings. Half of people who practise it have encountered other beings. These can take the form of white light, angels and spiritual guides. You will experience things that you would never have had the opportunity to do so in physical life.
Astral travel will increase your awareness of the world around you and make you feel more alive.
