Science is finally starting to gather evidence that suggests you CAN leave your physical body and that your conscousness even survives the death of the physical body. Using brainwave technology that has been around for years, it was discovered that certain combinations of alpha and theta harmonics can cause the immediate transference of consciousness away from the physical body. It's like your brain is actually shifting gears!
Almost everyone trying these frequencies has agreed that the effect is very unusual. Several users have reported a distinct 'moving ' of their perception away from the physical body.
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Some people can astral project naturally. Others are afraid to leave the physical body and never are able to astral project. An alternative approach is remote viewing.
In astral projection you remain attached to your physical body by a silver "umbilical type" cord. Some people see the cord and others do not.
You are aware of things you encounter along the way while out of your body.
To astral project, as with all out-of-body experiences - one must feel totally relaxed, clothing fitting comfortable, reclining is best. Often a comforter is best over the body as the physical body sometimes gets cold when you travel out.
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