How to Have an Out of Body Experience
Ready your mind and body., Find a comfortable position, either sitting or lying down., Affirm to yourself that you are going to have an out-of-body experience., Close your eyes and relax., Allow yourself to almost fall asleep.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Ready your mind and body.
Choose a quiet place you find relaxing.
You can be indoors or outdoors, as long as you are comfortable.
Make sure you won't be interrupted.
OBEs are most common in the morning at 4:00am-6:00am, however trying this at night or when you are tired will probably just make you fall asleep. -
Step 2: Find a comfortable position
Many people choose to lie down on their backs, but be forewarned that temporary sleep paralysis is more likely in this position if you do fall asleep.
These may consist of dark figures, ghosts or whatever you fear entering your room.
Though this may sound scary, the more you realise they cannot physically harm you for they are your mind's creation, the less scary it is to endure. , Say to yourself "Mind awake-Body Asleep" or "I will have a lucid dream." Repeat this several times until it is the only thought left in your mind. , Become less conscious of your external surroundings.
Empty your mind of thoughts and ideas.
Meditation techniques can be helpful here to maintain an empty mind while still remaining focused and aware. , Actually sleeping would defeat the purpose.
Instead, let yourself drift close to sleep while concentrating on being conscious of your sensations and mental state. -
Step 3: either sitting or lying down.
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Step 4: Affirm to yourself that you are going to have an out-of-body experience.
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Step 5: Close your eyes and relax.
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Step 6: Allow yourself to almost fall asleep.
Detailed Guide
Choose a quiet place you find relaxing.
You can be indoors or outdoors, as long as you are comfortable.
Make sure you won't be interrupted.
OBEs are most common in the morning at 4:00am-6:00am, however trying this at night or when you are tired will probably just make you fall asleep.
Many people choose to lie down on their backs, but be forewarned that temporary sleep paralysis is more likely in this position if you do fall asleep.
These may consist of dark figures, ghosts or whatever you fear entering your room.
Though this may sound scary, the more you realise they cannot physically harm you for they are your mind's creation, the less scary it is to endure. , Say to yourself "Mind awake-Body Asleep" or "I will have a lucid dream." Repeat this several times until it is the only thought left in your mind. , Become less conscious of your external surroundings.
Empty your mind of thoughts and ideas.
Meditation techniques can be helpful here to maintain an empty mind while still remaining focused and aware. , Actually sleeping would defeat the purpose.
Instead, let yourself drift close to sleep while concentrating on being conscious of your sensations and mental state.
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