When Dimensions Collide: Can the Astral Body Touch the Physical?
“A Life of High Strangeness Pt 2”
An experience from my life.
A friend asked me repeatedly “ Please come and get me to go on a journey with you”. I was reluctant but eventually caved to her requests.
At the time I was experimenting with leaving the body before the vibrational sounds had reached a fine high pitched whine, instead I tried exiting at the lower grumbling build up. I hoped this lower pitch would mean I could be seen, as I had observed that exiting at this lower vibration meant that leaving the house through the roof was now more difficult, I had to push through the roof which felt like butter. On the finest vibration the roof did not exist and I soared into the air/new dimension immediately.
One night I exited at this lower rate, pushing through the roof and was surprised to feel rain on my astral face. (Later confirmed as raining at the time). I decided it was time to visit Barbra some 40kms away. I did not warn her of this visit.
I found the house and slowly entered it from above finding myself in a darkened hallway. I saw a mirror and tried to see myself, but disappointingly there was no reflection.
I proceeded to the main bedroom where in the dim light I saw two figures on the bed and approached the smaller one. I took a hold of Barbra’s hand and gently tugged it hoping to wake her. Nothing, no response. I then tugged with all my might to pull her astral body clear of her sleeping body. I called out “Barbra come with me, we are going on an adventure!”
The room exploded with sound and shattered images like glass breaking. Oops something had gone horribly wrong. I hastened to return to my body feeling unsettled.
6.00am the following morning I was startled by the shrill noise of the phone. Barbra’s husband urgently asking “Did you come to get Barbra last night? She woke up half on the floor, her arm stretched out crying “No! I don’t want to go!”
I realised that despite my friend’s stated enthusiasm for this adventure, she was not ready at all.
More stunningly, I had physically interacted and pulled her out of bed. I was shocked! This experience opened my eyes to the possibility that other dimensions might interact with our physical world—not only for good, but potentially for evil as well.
In the study of astral projection and its potential interaction with the physical realm, several perspectives and research findings offer valuable insights
Traditional Views
Historically, astral projection is understood as the separation of the astral body from the physical body, allowing travel to different dimensions or locations. Spiritual and occult traditions often suggest that while the astral body can observe the physical world, it typically does not influence it due to operating on a higher vibrational frequency. This perspective is discussed in "Astral Projection and the Subtle Bodies" by Carl Llewellyn Weschcke, which explores the concept of the astral body and its interactions.
Possible Physical Impact
Some accounts challenge the notion of a strict separation between the astral and physical realms. For instance, individuals have reported sensory feedback during astral projection, such as feeling rain or temperature changes. These experiences suggest that under certain conditions, there might be an overlap in vibrational frequencies, allowing for subtle physical interactions. This idea is explored in "The Science Behind Astral Projection: Insights and Techniques," which examines sensory experiences during astral travel.
Frequency and Vibration Theory
The vibrational state achieved before separating from the body may influence the degree of interaction with the physical realm. Higher frequencies typically limit physical interaction, while lower frequencies appear to create a greater physical overlap. This concept is discussed in "Astral Projection: Theory and Practice," which explores how different vibrational states affect astral experiences.
Quantum Field Theory (Hypothetical)
Some metaphysical theories propose that an astral body could temporarily influence physical matter at a quantum level by matching vibrational frequencies. Although this concept is not recognized in mainstream science, hypotheses suggest that consciousness might interact with particles in specific vibrational states, theoretically permitting brief astral-physical interactions. This speculative idea is mentioned in "The Most Important Research on Astral Projection Explained," which discusses various theories related to astral projection.
Studies on Shared Out-of-Body Experiences (OBEs)
Documented Cases
Some documented OBE cases indicate that astral bodies might be capable of limited physical impact. For example, psychical researcher Dr. Charles Tart has studied instances where individuals in altered states appeared to influence physical environments or left impressions detectable by others. These cases are discussed in "Muldoon and Carrington's The Phenomena of Astral Projection," which explores various accounts of physical interactions during OBEs.
Shared Experiences
Research into OBEs has also documented instances where individuals share experiences, suggesting a mechanism by which an astral body might influence others' physical sensations. In certain cases, those who have been “visited” during an OBE report a sense of presence, touch, or even sounds. These shared experiences are explored in "Out-of-Body Experiences: A Phenomenological Comparison," which examines the characteristics of shared OBEs.
Implications for Consciousness Studies
Expanding Consciousness Research
The potential for consciousness to operate across dimensions opens doors for research in parapsychology and consciousness studies. Accounts like mine may provide insights into whether consciousness can extend beyond the body and interact with physical reality, supporting a view that material states could be influenced during altered states of consciousness.
Healing and Energetic Impact
Healers in traditions such as Reiki and Pranic Healing believe that energy can affect physical health from a distance. This belief aligns with the concept that an astral body, particularly with healing intent, might impact the physical realm, reinforcing the potential of energetic influence.
Ethical and Practical Considerations
Consent and Readiness
This experience underscores the importance of mutual consent and readiness for any inter-dimensional exploration. Despite Barbra’s conscious curiosity, her physical reaction showed she was unprepared. This highlights the idea that readiness and willingness may operate on both conscious and subconscious levels.
Protective Practices
Practitioners often emphasize the need for grounding and protective practices to ensure safe and consensual exploration across dimensions. These rituals can help ensure that all participants are ready for the experience and minimize unintended consequences.
Bridging Dimensions: The Future of Consciousness and Astral Exploration
My experience reflects both the profound possibilities and complexities of astral travel, particularly in its potential to bridge the gap between dimensions. While empirical science is still far from explaining how or why these interactions occur, my account resonates with a growing body of metaphysical and experiential literature that suggests our consciousness—and by extension, our astral presence—may indeed influence the physical realm under specific conditions.
Further research, particularly in consciousness studies, could one day illuminate these extraordinary experiences, showing that what we perceive as separate dimensions are, in certain states, more interconnected than we currently understand.
“A Life of High Strangeness Pt 2”
~Written By Elizabeth S
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