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Thanks for your opinion, Volgerle. I know of a couple of scientists who were taught through "orthodox" methods, and they've contributed heavily to the pursuit of knowledge. I understand what you mean though, since an academic certificate does not guarantee that the person knows what they're talking about. But it's usually a good indicator if someone understands established theories; for example, if you have a degree in physics, then it's generally assumed that you know what a vector quantity is.

I've been reading some of Mr. Campbell's work, and some of his physics doesn't seem to correlate with mainstream physics. I'm not saying that the mainstream is right. But to be honest, I would trust a law that has been tested hundreds of times over by various different people, over one guy telling me that his point of view is correct. I'm just very skeptical. And even though our opinions may differ, I respect your point of view.

I know that he claims he's a nuclear physicist and that he's been a part of NASA and all. Even so (and I know I sound skeptical but that's how I am  ), I haven't seen any proof of his credentials. I mean, I could claim that I'm an expert in physics and that I've worked for NASA too, but I'm not even a college student.

Also, you may be correct that academics does not equal skill when astral projection is involved, but Campbell makes a lot of claims about how "scientific" his theories are. And when someone starts claiming that their work is science, then he or she should have evidence to back that claim up.

So I've seen a lot of people on this forum linking others to seminars held by this Thomas Campbell person. I decided to check him out, and I read Part 1 of his My Big TOE book. He sounds like a pretty cool guy, especially since he hung out with Mr. Monroe.

The issue I'm having though is I don't know how legitimate his credentials are. For example, I went to the Bethany College site (where he graduated) and he's not even listed as notable alumni. I plan on e-mailing the institution soon, to see if I can get some answers. But all I'm saying is the only thing we have is his word, unless if I'm missing something.

[who does not believe in any god.]

Being an atheist does not mean you believe in nothing after death.. No offense, but you should learn what an atheist is before you use the term. An atheist is someone who does not believe in any god. That is all. Also, just because one doesn't believe in God, it doesn't mean he/she rejects each and every aspect of spirituality. There are people called spiritual atheists who do not believe in a creator yet are well aware of the spirit world.

I agree with this. I am an atheist, but that doesn't mean that I don't believe there's nothing left after death. It's an unusual combination, I know 

@deepspace I know this might be an unpopular opinion, but I can see where the scientists are coming from. I'm rather skeptical for someone who takes astral projection seriously, and I believe that the scientific method is a really good way of figuring things out. Unfortunately, when you come across something like astral projection, those methods of deduction don't work so well. A lot of things that happen in the NPR are pretty hard to reproduce and prove scientifically...so most of the evidence that scientists have right now is against the possibility of astral projection. Even the results that do point towards astral projection are ridiculed because they come from "disreputable sources", mostly researchers from parapsychology.

Don't get me wrong; I believe that astral projection is a real phenomenon. I'm just saying that I can also see why scientists aren't very quick to say that it's real.

@AstralZombie Actually, my Dad says that he respects whatever path I'd like to take. He just told me about his experience as a cautionary tale, and that learning how to astral project might not be a walk in the park.

@Volgerle Forgive me if I sound overly skeptical, but what will talking to "guides" do while I'm fully conscious in this reality?

I really appreciate your advice! So, your soul is safe no matter what? I wonder why that is...I also wonder why, when you hop back into your body, NPR things can't affect you anymore...

Hm, that's an interesting question. My Dad told me that he actually felt pain while in the Astral. He's always come back unscathed though (otherwise he wouldn't be here to tell me!  ). Could the NPR damage your soul/consciousness/whatever-it-is? I remember reading in one of Robert Monroe's books (I think it was Journeys Beyond the Body) that he encountered an entity which attacked him so badly that he felt as if he was fighting for his very existence.

Thanks for the reply! I really want to astral project; it sounds like a lot of fun, and that I can learn a lot from it. I understand that it will be hard since I'm already pretty fearful. Maybe I should treat it like how I treat a dream. I never have nightmares, even if it's the "scariest" thing ever. I just kind of laugh it off, and the scary things don't seem so scary anymore.

Is it really all just fear though? According to my dad, he was in real danger. Like, if he hadn't won over the entity then he might have been destroyed. Was that just his mind?

Hey guys,

Let me explain my situation. You see, psychic stuff runs in my family. My Dad used to do a lot of things: astral projection, psychokinesis, even this thing where he could make things happen just by saying it. When I told him I wanted to start learning how to astral project and perform other psychic practices he warned me against it. A while back when he was in college, he came across a really nasty entity, and ever since then he's cut himself off from everything psychic-related. He wasn't doing anything negative before, neither was he thinking negative thoughts or anything like that. Here's what I want to know: will something similar happen to me? If I start astral projecting or anything similar, will that entity return or something? Also, does this prove that even if you have positive intentions, some really terrible things can still threaten your life? I'm pretty doubtful here. Thanks in advance. 

P.S. I already know how to astral project, but the only barrier I have is this fear that I won't be safe.