I have just recently started trying OBE's. I've tried about 5 times so far, and swear I almost projected a few times. I have a few questions before I actually go through with this: Being a Catholic, I was wondering if there are any moral downfalls to this. It may sound somewhat retarded, but is this a sin? My friend was questioning the morality of this so it made me think. Also, what can be done as far a self defense in the astral dimension. If I encounter a not so friendly astral being, what can I do to protect myself. Thank you for your help