Voyage Into The Spirit Realms

Every spiritual tradition and belief system has its concept of the world beyond ours: Nirvana, Asgard, Elysium. These are often associated with death and the afterlife, but that is only half the story. The truth is, we can explore these realms even while we are still alive.

Even without the millennia of spiritual tradition to back it up, modern science confirms the existence of many planes of existence. When we experience moments of déjà vu, the sensation of having felt or experienced something before, it’s because we have! The infinite number of these realms means there are infinite number of other “uses” out there. So, how are we to make sense of this idea, and how can we put our psychic abilities to use?

Leaving the world behind is the best experience most feeble minds fear to try ~ Michael Bassey Johnson

Our ally in this quest is what is often referred to as a spirit guide. These entities are our a tour guides to the spirit realms. Every one of us has one or more such a guide whose purpose it is to lead, enlighten, and challenge us on our voyages.

We may first encounter our guides in a dream, or in our subconscious trips when we were small. Those “imaginary friends” we had may well have been our spirit guides all along, since children are more open-minded than adults tend to be. If we age without getting to know them, we may have to go looking for them later.

More likely, they will come and find us. They want to be found! These celestial beings want to know us, to nurture and protect us. Some may call them angels, djinn, or totems, but they are all the same, and they are made of light and goodness. Trust them.

When venturing into the spirit realms for the first time, take small steps. Traveling there requires concentration and energy. Find a quiet, tranquil time and place in order to do so. Practice creative visualization; focus on one image or idea. If you have already met your spirit guide, picture him or her leading you onward.

As with any psychic practice, the more clear you are about your goals, the more accurate results you’re likely to get. Are you trying to answer a specific question or reach a conclusion? If you know before voyaging and state your intention at the outset, you’re more likely to find it within the realms of your choice.

Flying in his dreams was an exhilarating, breathtaking experience, sometimes literally, that tended to leave reality wanting, like riding a roller coaster compared to mowing the lawn ~ Sol Luckman

The first few times you venture forth into the spirit realms, you may feel as if you are dreaming, or daydreaming. This is normal. These realms are not governed by the same laws as our mortal plane. Don’t be afraid, and never hesitate to come back to the present if need be. Come up with a word or phrase you can use to do this if necessary.

This process of astral travel should not be confused with being in a trance, or hypnotized. You are in control, and your guide is there to show you the way. This is your journey, not someone else’s. Once you become more comfortable with the process, you may wish to explore even further. There are literally no limits in these worlds, and you may find that you don’t want to leave. However, you must always come back.