How to Have an Out of Body Experience and Techniques to Try

Introduction

Out of Body Experiences (OBEs) can be a fascinating and enlightening phenomenon. While OBEs can be spontaneous, many people choose to intentionally induce them. This guide will explore two methods to have an OBE and provide valuable insights into the experience.

Method 1: The 'Early Morning Method'

Step 1: Set a Firm Positive Intention

To have an OBE, the first step is to set a clear intention. Make a conscious decision to have an OBE before trying. Regularly remind yourself of this intention, especially closer to the time you plan to attempt the OBE. A helpful technique is repeating a specific phrase or mantra, such as 'Tonight I will consciously leave my body and then return to it.'

Step 2: Designate a Time and Place

Choose a specific time and place for your OBE. This space should be comfortable, quiet, and familiar. An example would be designating your couch as the space for the OBE, rather than your regular bed. Decorate the space in a way that makes it feel special, like hanging crystals to create an otherworldly vibe.

Step 3: Set Your Alarm

Set your alarm for 4 hours after your bedtime to wake up in deep REM sleep. You may need to adjust the alarm time based on how long it takes you to fall asleep. The alarm should wake you up when you are in a deep state of REM sleep.

Step 4: Focus on Your Intention

As you drift off to sleep, keep your focus on your intention. Repeat your chosen phrase or mantra to affirm your intention. If your thoughts wander, gently bring your focus back to your intention.

Step 5: Move to Your 'Practice Area'

Once the alarm wakes you, get out of bed and sit quietly for about 15 minutes. Afterward, move to your designated OBE area. Clear your mind of any thoughts outside of your intention to have an OBE, mute your phone, and make sure you won't be disturbed.

Step 6: Lie Down and Focus on Your OBE

Lie down on your back in a comfortable position. Rest with your arms at your sides or folded over your chest. Silently repeat your intention to yourself. For example, you might say, 'I am now leaving my body' or 'I will now have an OBE.'

Step 7: Visualize Leaving Your Body

Close your eyes and visualize yourself moving away from where you are lying down. Walk around different rooms in your home looking at familiar things and examining specific objects. Stay calm and open to the experience. Avoid thinking about or focusing on your physical body.

Step 8: Achieve OBE and Explore

As you visualize yourself exploring your home, keep repeating your intention to have an OBE. You should stay conscious and try to control your experience. OBEs that occur as you are falling asleep may be a form of lucid dreaming. The goal is to stay conscious and able to control your experience as you transition back into REM sleep.

Step 9: Be Patient and Record Your Experiences

Don’t be frustrated if you don’t achieve an OBE the first time. Practice this technique repeatedly to increase your chances of success. After each practice session, record the details of your experience no matter how small. Journaling will help you process and understand your experiences.

Method 2: Using a Visualization Technique

Step 1: Find a Comfortable Spot to Lie Down

Find a quiet, comfortable spot where you can lie down without distractions. You can choose a bed, couch, yoga mat, or even an outdoor spot. Clear your mind and let your hands rest on your chest or by your sides.

Step 2: Visualize Rising to Float Above the Bed or Floor

Close your eyes and try to picture your body gently floating upwards and hovering a short distance above the surface you're lying on. Focus entirely on the image and sensation of floating. If your attention wanders, gently redirect it. The goal is to feel the sensation of floating as vividly as you do visualizing it.

Step 3: Hold the Floating Position

Continue focusing on this sensation until you can no longer feel the solid surface beneath you. You may need to maintain the floating visualization for some time. If you find yourself losing focus, take a few deep breaths and try again.

Step 4: Explore the Room

Once you feel truly detached from the surface, imagine yourself moving into an upright position and walking or floating around the room. Examine different objects and details of your surroundings without analyzing them. If you're tempted to turn around and look at your body, resist the urge until you're comfortable with the process.

Step 5: Practice Daily

This visualization-based OBE technique can take a long time to master. Practice each stage of the process repeatedly until you can do it easily and comfortably. Be prepared to invest several months of practice before achieving success.

Conclusion

Out of Body Experiences can be a powerful tool for personal growth and exploration. Use these methods to try and achieve an OBE, and keep a journal to record your experiences. Remember, persistence is key, and patience will help you along the way.