My second astral projection attempt

[lillymoon]

Last night, I got the feeling I did not want to do, But as usual, My body was really tired, So I decided to give it a go. I was lieing there from 15-30 minutes try to do this. Nothing happened so I though I would just give in. I decided I wanted to go to sleep, So as I try to sleep, I get this feeling that If I did it one more time I could get some progress. So, I was really relaxed.  Closed my eyes, Let my body sink deeper into a deep relaxation state. Now, I felt this sensation in base of my spine, I put my awareness on this sensation, I lost my focus and it was gradually faided away, I got to the point that I needed to just let it happen, So I just was laying there. Now, I felt the sensation, it felt stronger, It turned into a vibration. Next minute this vibration climbed it's way up my back and around my head, and half way up to me leg. It got intense. So, I decided to open my eyes.

[Enigmatik]

It got intense. So, I decided to open my eyes.

DOH!!!!

[lillymoon]

DOH!!!!

huh?

[Lionheart]

It got intense. So, I decided to open my eyes.

Fear got to you. We have all been there. The tests or signposts as they are called can be pretty bizarre. But once you learn to trust them for what they are, things will improve for you.

Baby steps are needed when learning to confront fears in the NPR (Non Physical Realms/Reality).

We say we are ready. We want to be ready. But sometimes the fact is, we are not prepared to make the next step.

This gets better the more you experience it though. So have 'faith" in that! 

[lillymoon]

Fear got to you. We have all been there. The tests or signposts as they are called can be pretty bizarre. But once you learn to trust them for what they are, things will improve for you.

Baby steps are needed when learning to confront fears in the NPR (Non Physical Realms/Reality).

We say we are ready. We want to be ready. But sometimes the fact is, we are not prepared to make the next step.

This gets better the more you experience it though. So have 'faith" in that! 

Hello, Now that you mention it. When the vibrations did raise I did get a little scared. I just feel like I will never be able to astral project, I don't know why, Just a feeling. I will keep trying every-night! thanks for the reply/

[Xanth]

Hello, Now that you mention it. When the vibrations did raise I did get a little scared. I just feel like I will never be able to astral project, I don't know why, Just a feeling. I will keep trying every-night! thanks for the reply/

Don't open your eyes. 

[lillymoon]

Don't open your eyes. 
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I could not help it, It freaked me out lol.

[Lionheart]

 Come to think of it. I have answered on eyes opening many times here because it was a problem that I experienced and once in awhile still do as well.

I rectified my situation by using a "Blindfold". At first I made my own, but noticed my eyelids were still touching the material. Anything that bothers you will hinder your this process. So, I read up on a blindfold named the "Mindfold". Some of our past members use it and like it. I bought it from Mindfold.com.  Now it doesn't matter if my physical eyes accidentally open, I am still viewing darkness.

You need to learn to systematically rid yourself of any hindrances, no matter how small you think they may be. A "molehill" can quickly become a "mountain'!  

[Aaron330]

Come to think of it. I have answered on eyes opening many times here because it was a problem that I experienced and once in awhile still do as well.

I rectified my situation by using a "Blindfold". At first I made my own, but noticed my eyelids were still touching the material. Anything that bothers you will hinder your this process. So, I read up on a blindfold named the "Mindfold". Some of our past members use it and like it. I bought it from Mindfold.com.  Now it doesn't matter if my physical eyes accidentally open, I am still viewing darkness.

You need to learn to systematically rid yourself of any hindrances, no matter how small you think they may be. A "molehill" can quickly become a "mountain'! 

That sounds pretty awesome! So even the physical act of you opening your eyes doesn't disturb your trance while wearing this?

[Lionheart]

That sounds pretty awesome! So even the physical act of you opening your eyes doesn't disturb your trance while wearing this?

...only because I am seeing the same darkness that I do with my eyes shut! 

[Enigmatik]

The reason I said "DOH" is because I did this same thing, lol.  I am pretty novice to the whole AT/OOBE but I will say this.  Be patient during the process and try not to overreact.  Last night I had probably the longest OOB I have ever had.  How did I do this?  The times where I began to fade back towards consciousness and instead of panicking like I used to, I said, "clarity" and waited and regained the experience.  This happened about 4 times.  I have also ruined experiences by trying to interfere with the process.  I was in my first AT experience and my intentions were something else.  So I tried to push what I wanted and ended up waking up ruining the entire journey.  Anyways... good luck and try to learn from your mistakes to become more adept   Peace..

[Lionheart]

 Congratulations Enigmatik! 

You are progressing well!

[Enigmatik]

Thanks for that compliment Lionheart.  Having so many guides such as yourself and others who post on these forums make it pretty simple to progress.  But honestly, thanks for the compliment!