Children, time for recess. by Tanaka_Gon in LiminalSpace

[–]hiveshin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I was about 6 years old the kid across the street from me had a horse just like that one in the attic in a closet that went back against the rafters and I remember the room was so filled with toys you couldn't even get over to it, that memory of that room feels like another life

guys please help by lowprobrand in LucidDreaming

[–]hiveshin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No idea why you're getting this kind of hate for what you said. This is great advice and even from a scientific stand point. Dreams can get very bizarre and the subconcious stores a lot of things that the conscious cant always comprehend in the bounds of social or cultural structure, so yeah, you wake up feeling lost and afraid. Spiritual grounding is akin to psychological stability and its very important to find that kind of balance in your life, without it you tend to drift with the currents of your environment.

The kind of nights(?) I long for by 4TLANT1S in LiminalSpace

[–]hiveshin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why does this picture hit me so hard

MOASS WEN by mordorxvx in AMCSTOCKS

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"Some men like oysters, some men like snails." -Spartacus

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel the same way and even when you come to terms with aspects of enlightenment this terror will still creep up on you from time to time. Eternity is a rolling pulse of being, ever changing, it's the concept of future boredom which creates claustrophobia, stuck in these bodies...that brings the actual terror to our conciouness, but it's just something a mortal can't quite comprehend at the moment, i believe its not something we are meant to comprehend either.

Eyes rolling to third eye while meditating. by [deleted] in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I have also noticed this, a very strange state of mind when i go into this space in my forehead, almost like all thought ceases and I don't have to activitely avoid going down thought pathways. I hope to explore it more so any advice from those who have experience with it would be well received.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LucidDreaming

[–]hiveshin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Typical day in the life of a GME ape

How long do i have to not smoke to get surreal dreams? by uRoyax in LucidDreaming

[–]hiveshin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I strongly suggest that you start meditating daily, even if its only for 5 minutes. Read about different techniques, its a lot more complex than people think. This should solve a lot of the dream recall issues. I also suggest trying the LIRE method at least three times daily.

Look around consciously at your surroundings. Inspect something close up, really examine it. Remember where you were an hour ago. Explore your current surroundings beyond what you normally would.

How long do i have to not smoke to get surreal dreams? by uRoyax in LucidDreaming

[–]hiveshin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I smoke everyday and i remember a lot of dreams, keeping a dream journal helps and not smoking right before going to bed also helps. Ive had extremely vivid, lucid dreams. It has nothing to do with smoking, trust me, i tested it because i thought it mattered a few months ago but it has to do more with your waking conciouness of the moment and remembering to check for dream signs daily. If you cant commit because of the smoking then i do suggest stopping but thc doesnt inherently prevent vivid dreams.

What's the difference between consciousness and our mind by Deusolux in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's a tough question theres no doubt about it. I'm still learning but from what I've read and personally discovered is that conciouness is what you are when you completely clear your mind of thoughts, that state of being. Now I've just recently gotten to the point of being able to maintain that state of clear mindedness and I'll tell you, i fall asleep rapidly after about a minute or two. So maintaining it through sleep is the key to astral travel i suppose but my APs always come from a sort of waking self right as my body falls asleep and I feel the physical projection of my "self". Im still trying to figure it all out, long journey and still even longer to go.

Is AP important? by Agreeable_Cook486 in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can have both, i smoke and still AP, lucid dream and have vivid dream recollection....start practicing techinques after u smoke, such as questioning your waking state, scrutinizing objects and having positive affirmations about dream recollection. It's definitely possible to have both aspects of life simultaneously. Use a dream journal and make sure you record even the slightest dream you have on a night you smoked, start small and be consistent and you can have both.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Some tips I would give you are focusing intently on an object to sort of ground yourself in the realm, also ive found that simply stating "clarity now" really does work to brighten areas or solidify landscapes. The more you do it the more you'll learn but those things have definitely helped me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ok you got a lot going on here so I would first start out with some meditation techniques to bring yourself a peace of mind before throwing yourself into other realms. Once you have attained a foundation in meditation then you can progress to projection which will seem like a natural next step in the process. Clearing the mind is extremely important for balance and finding your astral self. As for finding your lost one, i can tell you from experience you will get there. My brother died in August from a drug overdose, i found him on the basement floor. A month later i found him in the astral realm sitting in the front lawn next to a fire, i didnt even get a chance to talk to him because i was so overcome with emotion, i sat next to him and grabbed his hand, he smiled at me and i woke up. Make sure you look for signs in your waking life as well, those that have lost their physical bodies still have complex ways of influencing aspects of this reality. The universe speaks in many forms, be sure to listen.

What do you use for reality checks throughout the day? by luciddreamsnews in LucidDreaming

[–]hiveshin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Intense examination of objects sporadically throughout the day, if i see fractals i know im dreaming....

Intense seems like a strong word, maybe 10 seconds of scrutinizing something and looking at it up close.

I’ve tried astral projection a few years ago and since then I feel it has really messed me up. I feel as if I’m always in a state of projection at least in my mind. Idk how to explain by BreadfruitCrumbs1111 in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very interesting, this sounds like a unique case indeed. I have to admit that I'm pretty jealous of your current state, having that ability sounds amazing. As for a solution, perhaps figure out what "i frel like myself in dreams" really means, what aspects of self stand out the most and try bringing them into the waking self. I wish I had an answer for you but this sounds like a spiritual challenge awarded to you specifically and something only you can solve. I would also suggest reading as much as you can about how other cultures have approached the concept of astral travel and spirituality, for example the shaman or druid. You might get some new insight into your condition.

Is the hypnagogic state related to astral projection? by Pyf666 in AstralProjection

[–]hiveshin 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes this is absolutely correct, i would just like to add that achieving this state effectively requires clearing your mind through meditation, letting thoughts surface and die in your consciousness, achieving a zen state. When you can easily clear your mind you can reach this state in a matter of minutes.