Swallowing

[will777]

Alright, I don't know if this is very relevent to OBE but i seems that when i try to OBE, I get into a relaxed state but then ( seems kind of funny) I need to swallow my saliva. It seems like this distracts me or something, maybe I am not doing the techniques right to get my mind in peace and my body in rest.
Will

[Principle]

This occurs to me as well, I would recommend drinking a small concentration of water so your mouth could be moist. I also recommend not opening your mouth (So it does not dry out).

[will777]

alright thank you i will give it a try

[domos]

I have the same problem.  As I understand it, it is a hidden fear of the unknown.  The subconscious may fear what may happen and you sabotage yourself by swallowing... "I must be feeling something or I am not alive!......"  Its not your fault.  Just accept it and stick with it.  It is a phase that everyone goes through.

[jilola]

Easiest solution is to swallow.
Making a big deal out of the need to swallow is what causes problems not the swallowing itself.
It's a reflexive action so there's no need to pay conscious attention to it.

The same applies to all kinds of itches and discomfort. Scratching is the quickest way to get rid of an itch and adjusting body position to get rid of discomfort.

2cents & L&L
jouni

[will777]

wow thank you for that post i always thought in my mind that i have to stay still =-)