sleeping/meditation position.

[Shake]

when you lay down to start the AP process, is laying on your back the most traditional form? is it possible, or in some way more difficult to have an OBE laying on your side or something? I've just never been able to fall asleep comfortably while laying on my back, making it harder to concentrate. when you start the process how do you lay?

[Selski]

Hi Shake

You can do it any way you like.  Most people lie on their backs because they find it harder to fall asleep that way - therefore, they are less likely to fall asleep!

You shouldn't really be concentrating, either.  Relaxing and gently drifting is more the thing.

Some folks AP from a sitting position, some from lying on their fronts or sides.  Whichever is more comfortable for you.  But if you always fall asleep quickly when on your front (for instance), it might be a good idea to choose another position.

Sarah

[3-mortalit33]

When I meditate/attempt to go out-of-body, I'm in supine position (lying on my back). It doesn't really matter what position your in as long as you can relax.

[wonderboy]

I struggled with the same question at first too. I have personally found that I sleep on my side so being o my back helps me maintain my consciousness to project. Although I have had the most success sitting in a recliner rocked back about 15 degrees to take the pressure off my neck.

One could always use the castaneda books advice on the dreaming position. Sit in the butterfly position with your souls of your feet touching each other and hold a 1 ft long stick to prop your forehead up while you practice relaxation.