Using Your Cat To Enter Trance State

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A strange title, I know, but bear with me here.

While the reason a cat purrs, surprisingly, still remains largely a mystery to modern science, it is known that a cat will purr to lull a creature it perceives as a threat, as well as to itself when it is hurt or injured. I've read books including various studies on the effect hearing, or being in close proximity to, a cat purring has on humans; studies tend to find that hearing a cat's purr lowers blood pressure, reduces pain, and propagates overall feelings of relaxation and happiness.

On the more subjective, spiritual side of the matter; while it is well known that cats were spiritually sacred to the Egyptians, and cohorts 'witches', cats are also sometimes believed to protect their human partners in the astral realm. Cats 'sleep' 12-16 hours a day, but upon being monitored, it was found that less than half that time was spent during literal sleep, and largely their time was being spent in an intensely relaxed, yet alert, state-- personally, I find it to be more than just coincidence that what is often regarded as the most spiritual animal should spend so much time in a state that humans aim to project out of.

Regardless, I find that I fall into the trance state much more smoothly and quickly with a happy, purring cat curled up near (who am I kidding, on) my head. For those of you cat owners who haven't experimented with expanding your consciousness in the company of your furry, sharp little friends, I suggest you try a bit of trance meditation with and without the purring--make sure you pet them a bit first before delving in-- and see the difference.

I'd love to hear back on your thoughts and experiences!

[EscapeVelocity]

I've never had a cat (not sure anyone actually does).

I guess it's more of a mutual arrangement; but I lived near one...in a house...for awhile...

So I know about the purring and it is quite seductive in the meditative sense. Maybe combine it with some binaural entrainment...could be quite good. Suggests lots of potential titles...

Good idea!

That is, provided you get the cat's agreement...

[Lumaza]

Suggests lots of potential titles...

...like for instance "The Purrfect Way to Meditate", "Meditation Done to Purrfection" or even "How to Enter The State of Prance",  lol. The play on words could be quite fun!  

[Szaxx]

With 8 cats I should be good at projection then lol.

[Xanth]

With 8 cats I should be good at projection then lol.

You're a regular cat lady!   Errr cat guy!